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Stevens Landscape Services
4.9(
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We love working with Ron. He is responsible and honest. His team is skillful and respectful. They are hard working people. We love our patios and backyard. I would highly recommend Stevens Landscaping Services to anyone and will reach out to Ron again for future works."
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+97

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Element Creations
5.0(
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely great service. They removed two trees in front of my house including the stumps and also placed sod over the area. The crew worked quickly, were extremely professional and delivered great results."
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Putting Green Course
Putting Green Course
Putting Green Course

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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H&H Escobar Property Services, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Hubert and his team did amazing job transforming my 30+ year neglected lawn. They removed 1 tree and overgrown shrubs, trimmed and cleaned up two other trees and installed new flower beds and sod. they also applied a fungicide to the remaining two trees. I had one issue when they started laying the sod in that I felt the grade needed to be raised. Hubert immediately had more topsoil brought in and remedied the situation to my satisfaction. Excellent customer service and excellent work. Thank you H&H!"
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Phoenix Dactylifera Trimming

+98

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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New Ground Services
5.0(
19
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Ceasar responded to my inquiry & provided a quote quickly. He stayed in constant contact with me during the installation which gave me peace of mind. Pleasant & professional service!"
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19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Delta Landscaping
4.6(
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Serjio and his workers showed up on Tuesday morning. They pulled all the dead bushes and shrubs. Prepared the beds for the new plants. They did a wonderful job and it looks beautiful. . We knew we wanted Knockout roses. He suggested also boxwoods to put in front of the roses. He put a lot of colored flowers on the corners of the new beds. The price was very reasonable. We would highly of the recommend Delta Landscaping for any landscaping you want done."
Response time5 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Heroes Lawn Care of Bellaire
4.8(
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Serving Houston, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Heroes Lawn Care of Bellaire is locally-owned and proud to offer a wide variety of services, from custom fertilization programs, pest control, irrigation installation & repair, to complete landscape & outdoor living design/construction.\nOur owner is a local Kinkaid and Rice graduate. He has spent the past decade making and developing safe, effective lawn chemicals. After leaving Rice with his MBA in 2020, he started a local business to serve the community with his passion and knowledge of industry-leading landscape chemicals.

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Irrigate 
‘Roll-in’ with sod roller to smooth/bond new turf
Enlarge patio (travertine)
Install patio cover roof 
Install outdoor kitchen
Add door from master bedroom
Gravel maintenance strip surrounding patio
Sod
Irrigation modifications 
Full back fence landscape with stone border
Back fence landscape with limestone border
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+8

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Houston, TX

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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