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Old Man's Landscape Systems
4.9(
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Sod - Install

Serving West Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeff and his crew did a great job on my lawn. They removed my old lawn which had patches of grass, was uneven, compacted and an eye sore and laid sod down and it looks amazing. Jeff was a pleasure to work with and communicated well. His crew were hardworking and respectful of the property. They made the process easy and the product was high quality. Would highly recommend Jeff and his company."
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+17

Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Cruz Canas Landscaping and Remodeling
4.6(
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Sod - Install

Serving West Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"fabuloso. great people. professional, pleasant, friendly, understands the mission, follows clients wishes, checks throughout job to make sure client good, precise, excellent work ethnicity, would definitely hire again. final product georgeous,. ty Canas"
Remodeling - General Project
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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JG Landscaping
5.0(
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Sod - Install

Serving West Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jose was a pleasure to work with, professional and efficient . Price was right and the job was completed to our satisfaction"
Masonry Project
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+39

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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Buchanan LandWorks, LLC
5.0(
6
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Sod - Install

Serving West Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"So professional from the start Installed a new concrete area and coping around steps to pool Made a nice design on coping Workers were so nice as was owner"
Response time2 days
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Essex & Morris Contracting Co Inc
4.7(
172
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Sod - Install

Serving West Babylon, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his team did an excellent job. John always answered my calls/text and kept me well informed of the whole process. He worked around my schedule. His team was very professional. They were always on time and kept the work area very neat. I will definitely give him a call for the next project. They removed the old driveway and retaining wall, installed a new drain, installed a new retaining wall, put down base layer, and then a new asphalt driveway."
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FAQs for sod installation projects in West Babylon, NY

Seeding costs less up front, but you’ll wait months—and sometimes a full season—for the grass to fill in. Sod costs more per square foot, yet it gives you an instant, usable lawn the day it’s installed and needs far less care during the first year. 

If speed and early curb appeal matter, the higher sod price is often worth it; if you’re watching every dollar and don’t mind the wait, seed can still be a smart play.

Start by sketching your lawn and breaking it into rectangles or circles. Measure each section, multiply length by width, and then add all the sections together for the total square footage. Standard sod rolls are two feet by 1.5 feet, and one pallet covers 450 square feet. 

Divide your total area by 450 to see how many pallets you need, then round up—extras come in handy for cutting around curves or mistakes. Still unsure? A local sod supplier or installer can confirm your math before you order.

Most sod grips the soil within 10 to 14 days. During that stretch, keep foot traffic to a minimum and mow only if the grass gets tall. After two weeks, the roots should be strong enough for light use, but wait six weeks before heavy play or frequent mowing. Giving the grass that short honeymoon helps it anchor firmly and sets the stage for a durable, healthy lawn.

Give your new lawn two full weeks before any foot traffic, then stick to light use only. Hold off on vigorous play, parties, or regular mowing until the six-week mark so the roots can dig deep. Keep watering on schedule and watch for any dry patches. A little patience now means stronger turf and fewer repairs later.

Keep an eye on color, moisture, and even growth. Fresh sod should stay uniformly green; brown spots or gaps hint at dry soil or poor contact. Water deeply at least once a day for the first week (more in hot weather) and back off gradually after the roots take. Avoid heavy foot traffic until the grass feels firmly anchored. Quick attention to trouble spots now prevents costly patches later.

Aim for spring or early fall when daytime temps hover between 55°F and 80°F. Mild weather and consistent moisture help the roots knit quickly. Laying sod in midsummer can stress the grass, while frozen winter soil blocks rooting altogether. 

If you must install outside the ideal window, budget extra time for watering and tending to the turf. Choosing the right season makes the job easier and the lawn tougher.

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