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JDS Services LLC
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Serving New Kensington, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

With 14 years of experience, JDS Services provides our customers with the best quality complete landscaping service. We are here to build relationships with our customers, communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you! Give us a call soon!

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PVT Ryans Landscaping, LLC
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Serving New Kensington, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ryan edged and mulched our yard for us and also installed a large trellis/lattice panel as well. He was very professional, responsive, meticulous and hard working! I would highly recommend him & his work!"
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Rick Page Quality Landscaping
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Serving New Kensington, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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Customers say: Super punctual

"We hired Rick Page to install grass block pavers on a vehicle easement used by 4 property owners. Rick was easy to work with and a good communicator. The work was done quickly, and the pavers look great!"
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Summit Outdoor Services LLC
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Serving New Kensington, PA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Summit Outdoor Services LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Keenan's Handyman Service
4.5(
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Serving New Kensington, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Galen was at my house in s few hours. He not only took care of the service I bought but also fixed a leak, repaired the ceiling and caulked the roof! These amazing guys saved me a ton of money and hassle! I can't say enough nice things and the service I received

Galen and his crew were back again doing work at my house. Installing glass block and tearing out a wall for plumbing to be repaired. Once again I was blown away! Being a single female home owner its hard to know who to trust. I truly feel blessed to have found them"
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Omnipro
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Serving New Kensington, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

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"Called Greg and he came out a couple of days later and gave me an estimate. I asked if he could finish the job by a certain date as I was going on vacation. Greg said that this would not be a problem. I called Greg and hired him to do the work a couple days later. About a week passed and Greg said he would be starting Friday morning. Friday morning at 8AM the crew was here working diligently. The crew removed an existing paver patio; prepped and formed the patio to my specification; installed the aggregate; then poured 5 yards of concrete in 1 day. My 80-foot driveway is newly paved. They used a bobcat to transfer the concrete from the street to the back of my house. They made 10-15 trips and not a single drop of concrete on my driveway! Greg stopped in Friday late afternoon to check in on the crew and my satisfaction. The crew returned Monday (they were going to work Saturday but we had storms all weekend). The crew fixed the yard where the bobcat tore up the sod. They used a great grade of top soil, seeded and covered with mushroom mulch. What a fantastic job. The crew was friendly, attentive, detail oriented and focused on getting the job done. If you need work done, do not bother calling anybody else."
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P SQRD LLC
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Serving New Kensington, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were highly personable, professional, quick, and they did a very neat and clean job. I would recommend them without reservation if you need a basic wooden fence that is well built and nicely installed. Every part of the experience was actually pleasant....so rare!"
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FAQs for sod installation projects in New Kensington, 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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