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Outdoorx, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Salem, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Starling and his fabulous company have been our landscapers since the fall of 2023 when our work schedules prevented us from keeping up with our yard work. We came to Angi's List and got call backs from several people, but Starling was the only one who came to the house. We were very pleased with the end result and had him come back for a spring clean up. We then let him take over our lawn care plus help with fixing our front beds that needed some TLC. We highly recommend him, and as a matter of fact his crew were just here yesterday starting the spring clean up. Starling is very professional, friendly and always easy to get a hold of when we have a question about something. He spent hours with us picking out shrubs and plants and never made us feel rushed. His crew are very friendly and take great care of our yard. We are so pleased that he showed up to our house on that late fall day!"
New walkway, sidding,driveway design
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Raised patio
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+20

Response time7 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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K J A S Tree Services
4.9(
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Serving Salem, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Saul showed up early and his company was able to efficiently remove a dead pine tree in my yard. They also trimmed some other tree branches that were getting close to my home."
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+34

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dags Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Salem, NH and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Jared did an amazing job and was very thorough in his work. He prepared the site work for a retaining wall behind a newly installed pool and the attention to details in where he placed the drainage was perfect. The following week we had a tremendous amount of rain and it kept all that water well away from the pool. Took a lot of pride in the work he did for us and can not wait to work with him again on our next project!"
Response time7 hrs
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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BEAR ROCK HARDSCAPES LLC
5.0(
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Serving Salem, NH and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bear Rock Hardscapes updated brick and stone walkways and stone and segmental block landscape walls at my home. The work was fairly priced, neat, and creative. I would definitely hire them again."
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+2

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Murray Masonry & More Corp
4.8(
72
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Serving Salem, NH and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

"It was a total success. I have used Murray Masonry for small jobs before - building a concrete perimeter, filling in stone walkways etc. This was a much more complicated job and their work was outstanding. The staff are knowledgeable, professional, on time, always helpful and cheerful! It was a delight to work with them and I will ALWAYS call on them again. They are an A+ in my book."
Winter Protection Residential Lintel Replacement
Gloucester Commercial an Multi Unit Residential Facade Restoration
Residential Addition full masonry veneer matching original, 3 new staircases, 2 plazas, outdoor kitchen, and 3 car garage with upper floor
Residential Addition full masonry veneer matching original, 3 new staircases, 2 plazas, outdoor kitchen, and 3 car garage with upper floor
7 Story Elevator Shaft Multi Unit Residential Apartments

+33

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ON THE SPOT Construction Services Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Salem, NH and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used On the Spot for nearly 5 years on multiple properties. They consistently provide fantastic general contracting and repair services. They are always easy to communicate with, incredibly responsive, and perform high-quality work. Cannot recommend them more highly!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for sod installation projects in Salem, NH

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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