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Sod installers in Arlington

Astor Contractors, LLC

10138 Elliston Court
4.82(
11
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Astor Contractors, LLC

10138 Elliston Court
4.82(
11
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

Astor Contractors, LLC, is a family business, founded in 2003. We strive for the best work, maintaining competitive prices on the market. We have over 20 years of experience in site work and construction.

"Contractor was very knowledgeable. Communication only by email. Did not provide card or phone contact information; however he usually responded daily to email contact."

Gale G on January 2013

Astor Contractors, LLC, is a family business, founded in 2003. We strive for the best work, maintaining competitive prices on the market. We have over 20 years of experience in site work and construction.

"Contractor was very knowledgeable. Communication only by email. Did not provide card or phone contact information; however he usually responded daily to email contact."

Gale G on January 2013

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Edwin Lawn and Landscape

PO Box 5001
4.79(
24
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•Approved Pro

Edwin Lawn and Landscape

PO Box 5001
4.79(
24
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
443 local quotes requested

We have been specializing in all types of landscaping for over 11 years. We offer free estimates so give us a call today! For a free estimate

"Great guys!!! Very quick turnaround."

Abby S on August 2025

We have been specializing in all types of landscaping for over 11 years. We offer free estimates so give us a call today! For a free estimate

"Great guys!!! Very quick turnaround."

Abby S on August 2025

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Yard By Yard Makeovers LLC

7304 Carroll Ave
4.78(
95
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Yard By Yard Makeovers LLC

7304 Carroll Ave
4.78(
95
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
122 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

Brian David Mahan, Master Gardener, and his expert crew have been helping homeowners in Silver Spring and Takoma Park, Maryland since 1993. We can reshape and beautify neglected yards, or any yards. Our creative expertise can provide you with a basic plan compatible with your needs and budget

"Excellent workers that cleared a thick growth of bamboo from yard."

Amaris J on February 2023

Brian David Mahan, Master Gardener, and his expert crew have been helping homeowners in Silver Spring and Takoma Park, Maryland since 1993. We can reshape and beautify neglected yards, or any yards. Our creative expertise can provide you with a basic plan compatible with your needs and budget

"Excellent workers that cleared a thick growth of bamboo from yard."

Amaris J on February 2023

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East Coast Landscape Design

2000 SPENCERVILLE ROAD
4.59(
139
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•Approved Pro

East Coast Landscape Design

2000 SPENCERVILLE ROAD
4.59(
139
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
1015 local quotes requested
46 years of experience

BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes, water features and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers, dry riverbeds and rain gardens through RainScapes and RiverSmart rebate programs). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: mark@eclandscapedesign.com

"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."

Robert R on February 2025

BEAUTIFUL OUTDOOR LIVING. East Coast creates inspiring landscapes, hardscapes, water features and drainage solutions that bring beauty, new outdoor experiences and exceptional value to your life and home. SPECIALIZING IN: Patios, walkways, driveways, landscaping, fire pits, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, outdoor lighting, drainage and erosion control (including eco-friendly permeable pavers, dry riverbeds and rain gardens through RainScapes and RiverSmart rebate programs). TRUSTED: Employees drug tested and background checked. License #42490. Insurance #Q89-0102236-M. ADDITIONAL EMAIL: mark@eclandscapedesign.com

"that Roberto and the crew did a great job on the retaining wall and driveway. The workmanship was excellent, and Roberto accommodated my every request for alterations in the design without question. In addition, his suggestions contributed to creating the finished product that I had envisioned."

Robert R on February 2025

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MA Cleaning & Landscaping Design Inc

13617 Creekside Dr
4.68(
444
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•Approved Pro

MA Cleaning & Landscaping Design Inc

13617 Creekside Dr
4.68(
444
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
1079 local quotes requested

An established family firm, MA Cleaning & Landscaping Design remains focused on providing the highest quality landscape services to commercial and residential clients in the DMV region. Founded in 1998, MA is a U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) certified privately held family organization. Our mission is to design the yard of your dreams by providing landscape services that enhance the beauty of your garden and the value of your property. Through our unique blend of talents and expertise, our staff can create the ideal outdoor environment to compliment any structure or living space. Whether that is providing beautiful green surroundings to enhance the workplace, improving the functionality of an outdoor area or creating a unique space of tranquility in your home, MA is here to serve.

"MA Cleaning and Landscaping works quickly. We agreed to the quote they provided and they showed up 4 days later, on time, and completed the work within 6 hours. The employees were professional and very nice people to work with. The price that was quoted was reasonable and honored. Paying online was easy and transparent. We would use them again!"

Sam T on September 2025

An established family firm, MA Cleaning & Landscaping Design remains focused on providing the highest quality landscape services to commercial and residential clients in the DMV region. Founded in 1998, MA is a U.S. Small Business Administration 8(a) certified privately held family organization. Our mission is to design the yard of your dreams by providing landscape services that enhance the beauty of your garden and the value of your property. Through our unique blend of talents and expertise, our staff can create the ideal outdoor environment to compliment any structure or living space. Whether that is providing beautiful green surroundings to enhance the workplace, improving the functionality of an outdoor area or creating a unique space of tranquility in your home, MA is here to serve.

"MA Cleaning and Landscaping works quickly. We agreed to the quote they provided and they showed up 4 days later, on time, and completed the work within 6 hours. The employees were professional and very nice people to work with. The price that was quoted was reasonable and honored. Paying online was easy and transparent. We would use them again!"

Sam T on September 2025

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3 J's Next Level Landscaping

4776 Benecia Ln
3.80(
10
)
•Approved Pro

3 J's Next Level Landscaping

4776 Benecia Ln
3.80(
10
)
•Approved Pro
735 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Take your dreams to the Next Level! In business since 2009, 3 Jay's Next Level Landscaping & Home Design has been serving greater Fairfax, Prince William & surrounding counties with the finest in landscaping and home designs in the industry. We offer everything from lawn care maintenance & landscaping to building your dream home. Built using the highest quality commercial & custom grade materials, we offer free estimates on all of our work. For larger projects, we offer custom design planning, in which you will receive a set of building plans approved by the county. These blueprints will be accompanied by an accurate 3D visual representation of what your project will look like upon completion. Our friendly staff have a combined experience of over 50 years & customer service has always been our top priority. We will always respond quickly to your requests, our prices are reasonable & our work is consistently performed to the highest caliber. Take your dreams to the Next Level & call us today for your free estimate!

"One word describes Next Level: Professionals. Julian and his crew were amazing, worked quick and after digging holes in the yard, they were able to put it back together like they were never there! I will be recommending them to anyone looking for a new sprinkler system."

Jesse W on May 2025

Take your dreams to the Next Level! In business since 2009, 3 Jay's Next Level Landscaping & Home Design has been serving greater Fairfax, Prince William & surrounding counties with the finest in landscaping and home designs in the industry. We offer everything from lawn care maintenance & landscaping to building your dream home. Built using the highest quality commercial & custom grade materials, we offer free estimates on all of our work. For larger projects, we offer custom design planning, in which you will receive a set of building plans approved by the county. These blueprints will be accompanied by an accurate 3D visual representation of what your project will look like upon completion. Our friendly staff have a combined experience of over 50 years & customer service has always been our top priority. We will always respond quickly to your requests, our prices are reasonable & our work is consistently performed to the highest caliber. Take your dreams to the Next Level & call us today for your free estimate!

"One word describes Next Level: Professionals. Julian and his crew were amazing, worked quick and after digging holes in the yard, they were able to put it back together like they were never there! I will be recommending them to anyone looking for a new sprinkler system."

Jesse W on May 2025

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Calcano Landscaping Service LLC

901 West Nolcrest Drive
5.00(
1
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•Approved Pro

Calcano Landscaping Service LLC

901 West Nolcrest Drive
5.00(
1
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
699 local quotes requested

We are a multi-functional landscaping company and offer the below services. Please feel free to contact us today! Yard Maintenance Landscaping Landscape Architectural Designs Trash, Tree, Leaf & Snow Removal Tree Services Handyman

"My experience was amazing. We just moving into our new house and were in desperate need of work to be done. And Calcaño Landscape came to the rescue. The owner Rafael is amazing at his craft. Will continue to call them for work needed. Thank you."

Drema R on February 2024

We are a multi-functional landscaping company and offer the below services. Please feel free to contact us today! Yard Maintenance Landscaping Landscape Architectural Designs Trash, Tree, Leaf & Snow Removal Tree Services Handyman

"My experience was amazing. We just moving into our new house and were in desperate need of work to be done. And Calcaño Landscape came to the rescue. The owner Rafael is amazing at his craft. Will continue to call them for work needed. Thank you."

Drema R on February 2024

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M Reyes Services

Located
5.00(
8
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•Approved Pro

M Reyes Services

Located
5.00(
8
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5779 local quotes requested

Handyman business locally owned and operated we see feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"We highly recommend M. Reyes Services. They arrived promptly and listened to what we wanted and offered professional suggestions to the project. Their professional, courteous, knowledgeable, understanding of landscaping achieved what we wanted, they superseded our vision. They also cleaned up and took all the trash away. We're already talking about another project we want them to do. Thank you, Reyes Services for a job well done!!!"

Denise B on August 2025

Handyman business locally owned and operated we see feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"We highly recommend M. Reyes Services. They arrived promptly and listened to what we wanted and offered professional suggestions to the project. Their professional, courteous, knowledgeable, understanding of landscaping achieved what we wanted, they superseded our vision. They also cleaned up and took all the trash away. We're already talking about another project we want them to do. Thank you, Reyes Services for a job well done!!!"

Denise B on August 2025

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E T General Contractor INC

15030 Owls Nest Road
4.48(
442
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•Approved Pro

E T General Contractor INC

15030 Owls Nest Road
4.48(
442
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1808 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

Call or text us at (703) 906-9735 or +1 (571) 662-9675 ** ET General Contractor INC was formed to provide general contracting services in the commercial and residential industry. ET General Contractor INC is insured in the state of Virginia. We have a Class A Contracting License. Our employees are direct employees and we don’t subcontract any work. Our employees are trained individuals who are responsible and produce quality workmanship. In our 25 years of experience we've completed our jobs in a timely and professional manner. Here at ET General Contractor INC I, Julio, conduct weekly meetings to cover issues relating to job and personal safety. We practice open communication and team work with management and field personnel allowing growth and success. I would sincerely appreciate an opportunity to work with you on any of your projects. We do tree-work, patios, driveways, interior/exterior renovations, grading, roofing, deck building, window installation, retaining walls, drainage systems, we do it all.

"Julio and his team are some of the most qualified and hardworking people I have been around. We had a couple important projects in our backyard and crawl space. They were always on time, always responsive and did a phenomenal job for us."

Jordan W on December 2024

Call or text us at (703) 906-9735 or +1 (571) 662-9675 ** ET General Contractor INC was formed to provide general contracting services in the commercial and residential industry. ET General Contractor INC is insured in the state of Virginia. We have a Class A Contracting License. Our employees are direct employees and we don’t subcontract any work. Our employees are trained individuals who are responsible and produce quality workmanship. In our 25 years of experience we've completed our jobs in a timely and professional manner. Here at ET General Contractor INC I, Julio, conduct weekly meetings to cover issues relating to job and personal safety. We practice open communication and team work with management and field personnel allowing growth and success. I would sincerely appreciate an opportunity to work with you on any of your projects. We do tree-work, patios, driveways, interior/exterior renovations, grading, roofing, deck building, window installation, retaining walls, drainage systems, we do it all.

"Julio and his team are some of the most qualified and hardworking people I have been around. We had a couple important projects in our backyard and crawl space. They were always on time, always responsive and did a phenomenal job for us."

Jordan W on December 2024

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Springwood Gardens Landscape

3515 Flatwater Pl
3.93(
405
)
•Approved Pro

Springwood Gardens Landscape

3515 Flatwater Pl
3.93(
405
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
444 local quotes requested
15 years of experience

DBA - Springwood Gardens LLC. Our design build team offers over 40 years of experience and quality service. We are fully insured, and references available upon request. All work is guaranteed. Ask about our follow-up program that gives you two free check-ups for one year after we complete any project!

"Excellent job. Work performed."

Larry T on August 2025

DBA - Springwood Gardens LLC. Our design build team offers over 40 years of experience and quality service. We are fully insured, and references available upon request. All work is guaranteed. Ask about our follow-up program that gives you two free check-ups for one year after we complete any project!

"Excellent job. Work performed."

Larry T on August 2025

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Arlington, VA

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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