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Justin Landscaping Services
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Serving Westport, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Everything went great, better than we expected. Great explanation of work to be done. Updated us every step of the way. Great job installing clean up very easy to work with. I will definitely use them again and would recommend them to anyone needing level and sod area wherelandscaping work."
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Recommended by60%of homeowners
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KFG Concrete Construction
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Serving Westport, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The yard made the installation challenging but Kevin and Steven (Simone and Sons) did a great job installing the stamped concrete patio and sod.  We have already received several complements and look forward to enjoying the patio and yard this summer."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JMC Painting
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Serving Westport, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JUSTIN AND HIS CREW DID AN AMAZING JOB PAINTING THE EXTERIOR OF MY HOUSE! THEY DID AN INCREDIBLE TRANSFORMATION ON THE EXTERIOR OF MY HOME! I LOVE IT! I STRONGLY WOULD RECOMMEND TO GO TO JMC PAINTING! VERY NICE AND HARDWORKING HUMAN BEINGS! THANK YOU JUSTIN AND HIS CREW!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Correia Landscaping
4.8(
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Serving Westport, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose was on time and finished 3000' of sod with mulch in one day. This included removing previous weed/grass and putting down top soil before the sod installation. The sod he put down was top rate, looks great and never had any brown patches. When all the leaves had fallen this year, Jose came back in removed all of my leave piles for free. I can't say enough about how great a service Jose and JAC Landscape provide. Highly recommended."
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The BullBag
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Serving Westport, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

"Great! This company is professional, easy to work with, and offers a great value for the service. I did the leg work and compared them and their pricing with that of several dumpster companies and will continue to use the BullBag. Their pricing always blows the dumpsters away - BullBag doesn't charge by how much it weighs like a dumpster does AND I get to keep my BullBag. I don't have to wait for a dumpster to be delivered either."
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Westport, 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 Westport, MA homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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