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Garden Guys
4.8(
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Sod - Install

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Last summer I had the pleasure of working with Garden Guys for a landscape installation project at my home. From start to finish, the entire process was smooth, professional, and exceeded all my expectations. The team was incredibly attentive to my ideas and needs. One of the things that stood out to me were their general attitudes. They seemed to have a great time doing the work at hand were very friendly to me and my wife. That is not always the case with landscape companies. They installed a variety of plants, shrubs, and trees, all of which are growing in beautifully. We were able to incorporate blooming all season which has been a very nice thing to have. We have a hardscaping project scheduled for next summer and we are very excited. We are getting a new patio on the backside of our house. I highly recommend Garden Guys to anyone looking for top-notch landscaping services."
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Landscape Install
Fall Lawn Work
Lawn Maintenance in Cape
Landscape

+57

Recommended by52%of homeowners
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MaineScapes Property Maintenance LLC
5.0(
7
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Sod - Install

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are proud to offer a wide variety of landscaping services to make the vision you have, for your home's exterior living area, a reality. We specialize in lawn maintenance, hardscaping, patio building, irrigation installation and repairs, mulching, and so more! Give your local professionals a call today at 207-432-2816!

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Entrance of house with plantings on either side of new paver walkway

+15

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
DB Enterprises
5.0(
4
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Sod - Install

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are an excavation and landscaping company. We offer but not limited to house lots, septic, clearing land, patios, walkways, driveways, retaining walls. From start to finish you dream it we make it come true! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stump X Full Tree Service Company
5.0(
13
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Sod - Install

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Stump X is your local small business serving Greater Portland and Cumberland County, Maine. Fully insured tree & stumping services, including cleanup & hauling away the grindings & delivering topsoil/loam to the hole. Plus Stump X is the only stumping company to offer the "STUMP TO LAWN IN ONE DAY" service. This means you have an ugly stump in your yard in the morning, at the end of the day you could mow the grass right where the stump used to be. My name is Kevin, I'll be the guy that answers your call and completes the work to your satisfaction. 1 stump or hundreds, call STUMP X for your free onsite quote 207-232-5025.

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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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H. Hedges Home Improvements
4.9(
16
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Sod - Install

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Kevin Martin and his company, Hegel's Hedges. We recently employed them to build a deck, replace a bathroom floor and install a new toilet, and repair a kitchen cabinet. Kevin's quote was very reasonable and all work was done in a timely manner and exceeded our expectations. In addition, our homeowner's association employed Kevin's company to build a new dumpster enclosure and replace fencing for our 14 unit condominium complex. Kevin's bid was by far the most reasonable of the three bids that we solicited. In my experience as an HOA board member and private client, Kevin and his team show up exactly when promised and work very efficiently. I can recommend Kevin and his company without hesitation."
Bathroom remodel
Deck and wooden walkway rebuild
Decks & Porches Project
Decks & Porches Project
Decks & Porches Project

+181

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bellevue Builders Co
5.0(
8
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Sod - Install

Serving Portland, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Premier construction business. Customer service is our top priority. We take pride in our work and strive to produce a finished product that speaks for itself. Owned and operated for 4+ years. Give us a call or click to request a free quote today! Feel free to text us at (781) 670-6354

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FAQs for sod installation projects in Portland, ME

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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