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Ye Olde Village Workshop, LLC
New to Angi

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Ye Olde Village Workshop, LLC is a full service custom cabinetmaker and home improvement contractor serving the Poconos since 1976. \n\n1976 is when Bill and Nancy Fisher had a vision to build custom cabinetry of uncompromising quality at competitive prices. Since then, the business has evolved from a two person woodshop to a crew of skilled craftspeople working as a registered Pennsylvania home improvement contractor. Our mission to deliver estate quality craftsmanship for a reasonable budget remains our focus to this day.

Brigzys Handyman Services
New to Angi

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O'Halloran Electric
New to Angi

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Emergency services offered

O'Halloran Electric is owned and operated by a family man, a man who isn't out to make millions of dollars or rip anyone off, just here to make a decent living and provide happiness for my customers. I am the only one who does work which allows me to do the job to my standards every time not where I have workers working for me cutting corners or doing things the easy way to get out of work sooner.

SpringIn cleaners
New to Angi

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

BRING THE SMELL OF SPRINGIN TO YOUR HOME\n\n*WE WORK WITH YOUR BUDGET NOT OURS*\n \nAfter 15 years of experience doing plenty of jobs and doping lots of research I realized that as time goes buy prices of cleaning homes has risen almost 90%. I've watched my clients struggle to pay just to have their homes, businesses, garages, attics, baskets, just everything be cleaned. So our company decided that WANT TO HELP PEOPLE... NOT BREAK THEM! \nHow we do this is we see what our customers would like done and then we work with their budget and what they can afford. \n \nWE WOULD RATHER LEAVE SMILING KNOWING WE HELPED SOMEONE THAN HAVE LOADS OF MONEY WHICH SOME COMPANY'S DON'T EVEN DESERVE.....SMILE AT SPRINGIN....

Five & Two Renovations, LLC
New to Angi

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

My abilities and skills afford me to do most work on my own. My contacts in the industry are widespread also. Whatever task/project you need done will take one call to me to get it started. You will not find reliability or sound craftsmanship like this. I only sub-contract if needed and the customer is always informed. Each contract is negotiated differently and I always find a way to work with the customer to come to agreeable terms.

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Wilkes Barre, PA

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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