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Ever's Landscaping
4.8(
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Serving West Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Ever's for spring clean up including cleaning up flowerbeds, installing decorative rocks in an area close to the street that only grows weeds, cutting up a fallen tree, trimming shrubs and trees and overall mulching. They arrived when promised, did a wonderful job and are great to work with. I hired Ever's to next cut down some dead trees and biweekly mowing/lawn care. Ever's was a great find and I highly recommend the company!"
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+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pro Cut Landscape & Design
4.9(
150
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Serving West Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bob was very professional, easy to work with and timely. He had great ideas for transforming our landscaping. He removed overgrown plants, helped select and install new plants. He also gave us ideas on how to stop erosion on a steep hill and installed plants that look amazing. We are very pleased with the outcome of the project. We will definitely use him again."
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Response time11 hrs
61 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Juarez Lawn Sprinkler- Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving West Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juarez Lawn Sprinkler has always done a wonderful job. We had a full sprinkler system installed back in 2021 and the system works great. Pedro was very knowledgeable about what kind of system to put in to make it easy for me to operate it using my phone and when not at home. He also comes to do annual maintenance with the sprinkler system and is always on time, polite and knowledgeable. He also has lots of experience with landscaping and can provide good ideas if you are wondering about how to up your curb appeal with your landscaping. I would 100% recommend this company!"
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+47

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Amazing Garden & Construction, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving West Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Project: New vinyl fence to replace old wooden fence, retaining wall/roof water runoff installation, shed removal and relocation, and sod installation. Luan s crew was professional, hardworking, and respectful from start to finish and began the project earlier than expected. The communication with Luan was exemplary and he was professional and quick to respond to minor issues/requests. We are extremely happy with our project!"
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Upland Ave.
Sod and Irrigation - Milton MA
Vinyl Fence
Summit St

+184

Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Compass Landscapes, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving West Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Our yard is small (0.1 acre), but we had neglected it for years, leaving us with nothing but runaway weeds, a falling-down fence, and a deck in rough shape. We hired Compass to redesign the whole yard. Kristin did an outstanding job with the design. Once we saw her sketches, we were sold. They tore out the deck, installed a big new patio, replaced the fence, installed irrigation, put in new plant beds and a new lawn from sod. In addition, they made some repairs to a stone retaining wall in front of our property. The transformation was completely amazing. Ivan and his crew were thorough and skilled with the installation, especially the patio area. At one point, the patio was fully laid. but Ivan noticed that an area wasn't quite level. He had the crew pull up about a third of the area and redo it. His attention to detail made all the difference. We have recommended Compass to several friends already, and would definitely hire them again."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stone and Garden Solutions INC
4.9(
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Serving West Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"On a tight property in Somerville, these guys did a great job taking out old dirt, bringing in new dirt and installing sod. Worked around some tricky spots and found good solutions to create a really nice yard. Great clean up too."
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Stone Wall & Water Fe
Response time4 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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The Narrow Lane Landscape Company
4.8(
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Serving West Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We spent 2 years renovating our house leaving our yard a giant mud puddle. Over the course of the winter, we worked with Ron to develop the landscaping plan. In the spring, his team re-leveled the entire lot, installed 2 patios with pavers, sod, a fence, prepped for a shed and put in a new asphalt driveway and vegetation. We are very happy with the final product."
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+23

Response time3 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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John's Landscape Services Inc
4.4(
124
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Serving West Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This project could not have gone better, and it could not have been handled more professionally.  This required absolutely backbreaking work on the part of John's team.  Richie and his crew did an amazing job rebuilding our patio (it look beautiful - thank you!) and the team that scraped, cleared, re-graded and re-sodded the yard was professional, efficient and wonderful to work with. <br /> John and his managers are a hands-on group.  I happened to be working from home part of one of the days that the team was on-site.  John or one of his leads stopped by the house 3-4 times during the day to check on the progress of the job, guide the team and make sure we were still on schedule.  John also checked in every day or so on email, which is much appreciated.  He has even checked in after the job was completed with quick tips on managing new sod through this hot dry weather we've had. <br /> We have worked with John on 4-5 different projects and he and the team have done incredible work each time.  His crews are managed well, are very professional, and treat your home/yard with respect (many companies in this space do not). <br /> If you're looking for exceptional work done at a fair price by an honest business owner, I would highly recommend John's Landscaping. <br />"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Shambach Contrivers
4.4(
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Serving West Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job of fence removal/replacement and sprinkler system/sod installation. They showed up with a small 'platoon' of workers and got the job done quickly."
deck building
minor grading
retaining wall
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Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in West Newton, MA

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.

The West Newton, MA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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