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Jager Landscaping Inc
4.7(
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Serving Mahwah, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Exceptionally well. Jager Landscaping took my 20+ year old tiered garden walls and redesigned and rebuilt the walls to grade better with my sloped backyard. Crew was extremely professional and knowledgeable."
Response time11 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Landscape Impressions
4.6(
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Serving Mahwah, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I own several properties and Brian's guys have done almost every type of landscaping job for me over the years including general maintenance, new lawn seeding, spring and fall clean ups, bush trimming, pruning, tree removal, brush clearing, rock sculpturing, building retaining walls, and installing Belgium block. My most recent major project involved clearing over two acres of land of high brush, wild plants and trees, which required the use of a wood chipper for a month. I feel like I have a new property. It looks great, it is now useable for my kids and grandchildren to play and the value has increased tremendously. Brian is easy to talk to and he always manages to stay within my budget. His workers are professional and always eager to please and they don't mind redoing things when I have a design change. Really, I have not once been disappointed with their work and as my wife would say I am not easy to please. The one thing I should leave with is that it is important to book early since Brian gets real busy in the Spring and scheduling may get difficult for a big job if you are not booked. Or, you can do what I often do and have him work in the winter if the project allows it. It could also save you money as well. --"
Response time11 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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EM&J Landscaping
5.0(
5
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Serving Mahwah, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"EM&J were amazing. They helped bring my back yard to life. We live in Wyckoff and needed 75 trees planted, removal of several trees, leveling of yard, etcâ ¦ I have photos should anyone like to see before and after. My email is ccm_services@yahoo.com. I highly recommend EM&J !"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Conti Landscape Design
5.0(
2
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Serving Mahwah, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Conti Landscaping did an amazing job from start to finish. I was contacted almost immediately after putting in my request for the sod installation for my front yard and Chris came out to take a look the next day. His pricing was very fair compared to some other landscapers in the area, and he was able to do the work within a week of us meeting. He was very communicative as to how he wanted to complete the project and what days he was available to do so. Chris and his team showed up on time both days to complete the sod installation at my home and it looks great. Everyone was kind, knowledgeable, and did a great job. I would absolutely hire Conti Landscaping again for any future needs at my home!"
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Response time1 day
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Dinardi Landscaping Services LLC
New to Angi

Serving Mahwah, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Full Maintenance Contracts available. Full Landscape Construction including plantings, hardscapes, re-grading, drainage issues and a lot more!\nWe accept Credit cards and E-checks on our website. \nOur office is fully staffed and ready to answer your calls and emails!\nWe have highly trained crew members and our foremen and crew leaders are experienced.\nPlease note, we do not offer bi-weekly maintenance services. We maintain your property weekly during the season.

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Essex & Morris Contracting Co Inc
4.7(
172
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Serving Mahwah, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John and his team did an excellent job. John always answered my calls/text and kept me well informed of the whole process. He worked around my schedule. His team was very professional. They were always on time and kept the work area very neat. I will definitely give him a call for the next project. They removed the old driveway and retaining wall, installed a new drain, installed a new retaining wall, put down base layer, and then a new asphalt driveway."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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M Amaya Construction LLC
4.7(
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Serving Mahwah, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! I can't say enough good things about this project. We live in a 1920 Dutch Colonial, our walkway was falling apart. Miguel gave us samples to look at that would match our front Brick porch. The brickyard he sent us to allowed us to bring samples home to compare. He ordered what we wanted and within 4 days began the project. He came early in the morning and stayed well into the evening and completed the job in 2 days from demolition and removal of the old walk to the installation of the new one. He seeded the lawn that edged it. We selected him because he a patio and driveway and walkway for our nextdoor neighbors. We've lived here since 1974 and people trust the contractors we use. We highly recommend him and we always like to hire local owner operated businesses. For an additional fee he planted 2 trees in the front of the house. We are very satisfied."
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Mahwah, NJ

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 Mahwah, NJ homeowners’ guide to sod installations

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