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Galicia Landscape Inc.
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Great experience - a pleasure to work with! Responded quickly for snow removal in East Hampton. Will definitely use again :)"
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Response time12 hrs
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F.E. INC.
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From start to finish, I was very impressed with all aspects of their services. What I appreciated the most, was that Rich the owner was intimately involved with our entire project. 100% recommended using them."
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Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Manuel Landscaping Corp.
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Responded quickly on a Saturday morning. Used shovels to remove snow on my stone driveway"
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Response time9 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A & D Landscaping Corp
5.0(
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Megan Gardens Design, LLC
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Megan Garden design did an amazing job with my new landscape project. The owner David was very attentive and responsive to my needs. Did a beautiful job designing my landscape and garden. Highly recommend!"
Response time3 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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JA LAND DEVELOPMENT
5.0(
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"JA Land Development came to my house for an sod insulation. Not only did my sod lawn look amazing . They took there time out of their day to clean my driveway by power washing and blowing it off. I couldn’t ask for anything more. Thank you again JA Land Development."
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Response time1 day
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DOUBLE TREE TRIMMING & REMOVAL SERVICES
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Serving Montauk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"This crew is amazing!  My uncle needed to have a tree removed from our
backyard... I'm talking HUGE with many of the biggest limbs leaning over
our neighbors house.  He came over right away and gave a reasonably
priced quote.  I discussed it with my uncle and decided to go ahead and
use his services.  He removed this tree in two days, even with it being
some of the hottest days its been in a while!  His whole crew was
extremely kind and they made sure to clean up very carefully after they
were done. They even took a look at my broken car when they
noticed me filling my radiator with water!  We were thrilled with the
services this crew gave us and would recommend them to anyone.
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Montauk, NY

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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