New Lawn Installations

We install beautiful new lawns

We Specialize In New Lawn Installation Using Sod

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Have you just built a new home and now want the property graded and a front and back lawn installed?  Do you have an existing lawn that has been neglected and you’re tired of looking at the patchy, brown eyesore on your property?

Are you hosting an important event at your property and you want your lawn to look great?  There is a lot to know about getting grass to properly take root and grow into a healthy, vibrant, lush green lawn.  It’s not as simple as just laying down sod.  There is a specific process that must be followed if you want the lawn to look amazing.

Why Do You Need A New Lawn Installed?

  • Do you need a new lawn for a new construction project?
  • Are you trying to renovate an existing lawn that is in poor shape?
  • Do you want to improve your properties appearance and curb appeal?
  • Are you embarrassed about your lawn compared to your neighbors?
  • Do you have an important event coming up and you want a beautiful lawn?

Lawnscape of CF is a landscaping contractor based out of Williston, FL and serving Ocala and Marion County. We specialize in new lawn installation for our residential and commercial clients using sod.  From grading your property and lawn area for proper drainage, and preparing your lawn area with proper loam soil, organizing the installation of irrigation or sprinkler systems, and rolling out the sod we can provide you with a beautiful looking new lawn.

For our clients that care about their lawn and always want it too look it’s best we also offer regular weekly lawn care services including mowing, seasonal fertilizing, and lawn weed control.

Should You Use Seed Or Sod For Your New Lawn?

This is a question our customers who want a new lawn area often ask us!  The answer really depends on three things:

  1.  How will the new lawn area be used?
  2.  What is your overall budget?
  3.  Are you under a time constraint?

If you have kids or pets that frequently use and enjoy your lawn area then keeping them off the newly seeded area could be a problem.  If that’s the case, sod is usually a better option but installing sod is more expensive than traditional grass seed.  With a new sod lawn you’re going to have a green lawn within a day or two and an even more beautiful lawn within a week or two of the installation.

It will look like beautiful grass from day one but you’ll still see the visible lines from the sod being rolled out.  It takes a week or two for the grass to blend sufficiently so you won’t notice it.

With grass seed you’re looking at several weeks until you have a beautiful lawn and in many cases it's still not really any cheaper as you need to spend more time final grading a property for grass seed as it's a lot less forgiving than sod!

If you’re on a time constraint, let’s say you’re hosting a big party or a special event like a wedding on your property and you need it to look amazing for the big day, then sod is a much better, more predictable option.

What Types Of Grass Are Available?
We have access to a variety of sod species from local suppliers.

  • Shade-tolerant and can thrive in areas with less sunlight
  • Coarse-textured with a dark green color
  • Good for coastal regions due to salt tolerance
  • Ideal for lawns and landscapes in warm climates
  • Tolerates a wide range of soil types
  • Slow-growing, low-maintenance, and drought-tolerant
  • Dense, medium-textured grass with good wear resistance
  • Suitable for lawns, golf courses, and parks in various climates
  • Drought-tolerant and heat-resistant
  • Resistance to pests and diseases
  • Low-maintenance, deep root system
  • Coarse texture, ideal for high-traffic areas

We cannot guarantee ALL of these varieties will be available at local sod farms.  It's best to check with us so we can let you know what species of sod are currently available through our local suppliers.

How Much Does It Cost To Install A New Lawn?

The cost for new lawn installation can vary depending on, how much property grading is required, if you want a sprinkler system, and the size of the property, and more.

Small Landscape Design Cost

Small Lawns

$2500 - $5000

This would be for a small front and backyard on a typical, flat, level Florida sized city building lot.  Irrigation, edging, and garden beds would add additional cost.

Medium Sized Landscape Design

Medium Sized Lawns

$6000 - $12,000

This would be the cost for a property that was between approximately 1/4 to 1/2 acre in size.  Irrigation, edging, and garden beds would be an additional expense.

Large Landscape Design Cost

Large Or Luxury Lawns

$12,000 - $25,000+

This would be for properties larger than 1/2 acre in size.  It would include front and backyard.  Irrigation, edging, and garden beds would add additional cost.

These prices are only ball park figures to give you a rough idea as to what you should expect for the cost of your new lawn installation.  Your particular lawn installation project may vary depending on the site, the specific materials chosen, and the overall scope of work.  If you need a firm price please request a consultation so we can view your potential project, listen to your ideas, and determine the actual scope of work required to install your lawn.  After our on-site consultation we'll be able to provide you with a firm estimate to get your new lawn installed the right way.

New Lawn Installations Can Include

There is more to new lawn installation than simply rolling out some sod.  If you want beautiful, uniform, lush green grass, this must be done right!

Property Grading

Grading your lawn will include grading for drainage, and bringing in the necessary amount of loam soil (usually 3" to 6") and spreading it.

Irrigation

We can organize the installation of a lawn sprinkler system for your new lawn should you want to have your lawn irrigated.

Sod Installation

We will deliver and roll out your high-quality sod for a beautiful, instant lawn.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Lawn Installation

The ideal time to install sod can vary but generally, the best time is during the growing season when temperatures are moderate, and there's adequate rainfall. Spring and fall are often the preferred times.  Laying sod in the middle of a summer heatwave is not recommended.

Proper watering is critical for sod to take root. Water the sod immediately after installation, ensuring the soil beneath is moist to a depth of 4-6 inches. For the first two weeks, water the sod daily or as needed to keep the soil consistently moist. Gradually reduce watering frequency after that, allowing the grass to develop deeper roots.

You can mow the new sod lawn once the grass has reached a height of 3-4 inches, typically within 2-3 weeks after installation.

Limit foot traffic on the new sod for the first two weeks to allow the roots to establish properly. After that, you can gradually increase foot traffic as the grass becomes more established and resilient.

Yes, sod can be installed on slopes; however, it requires extra care to prevent erosion and ensure proper establishment of the sod. We will lay the sod perpendicular to the slope and use sod staples or pins to secure the edges.

Laying sod over existing grass is not recommended, as it can lead to poor root establishment and very uneven surfaces. It's best to remove the old grass using a sod cutter and prepare the soil properly before installing the new sod.

Sod typically takes about 2-4 weeks to root, depending on the grass variety, climate, and soil conditions. Proper watering and limiting foot traffic during this period will help encourage root establishment.

How Our New Lawn Installation Process Works

We’ve installed dozens and dozens of new lawns for new homes and property development in Ocala and Marion County and we are happy to get your new lawn installed properly.

  1. We start with our initial consultation and taking accurate measurements of your property.
  2. We assess the existing soil conditions and take note of any grading or drainage issues.
  3. We can install any required drainage and handle final grading.
  4. We will bring in proper loam soil or topsoil and spread as needed to ensure a uniform and level surface.
  5. We can arrange to have irrigation and sprinklers installed at the same time if you like.
  6. We then spread out your grass seed or roll out sod.
  7. The end result is a beautiful, lush green lawn!

For most average sized lawns this entire process can be completed in just 1-3 days.  For much larger residential lawns on estate properties or acreages or commercial properties the process can take longer but the end result is exactly the same.  You’re going to end up with a beautiful, lush green lawn.

If you’d like to schedule a consultation with us to discuss your new lawn installation we’d be happy to meet with you.  Please call (352) 672-8998 or fill out our online form and we’ll get right back to you.

What Our Customers Say...

Desmona Wynn
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Desmona Wynn
April 10, 2024

The best lawn company in Ocala for me ..I before them I couldn't find my dog in my yard. Other lawn companies have over charged me and did a shabby job. But these guys right here are these best ever I mean my yard is always looking good with them. There prices are fair best in town to me and scheduling is above and beyond. They cater to your needs in real life I'm so happy I found them after five different companies this is the best and nothing less

Kurt Bark
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Kurt Bark
March 18, 2024

Absolutely wonderful work.Recommond Landscape of C.F. for work getting done professionally and on time

Linda Halaychik
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Linda Halaychik
January 5, 2024

Showed up when scheduled and did a great job.

Ahmed Samir
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Ahmed Samir
January 18, 2018

We've been using his Sherman's (from Lawnscape of CF) services for close to a year and a half now and we could not be happier. In my experience, his work is excellent, he's punctual, and always communicates before and after the job is done. He's never been late to perform the service on the scheduled date, and our yard is looking better than ever. Further, he's an extremely polite gentleman and an excellent communicator,. I would never hesitate to recommend Lawnscape of CF and Sherman to anyone who needs a reliable and trustworthy landscaping service.

Tony Lopucki
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Tony Lopucki
April 1, 2024

Great job, awesome price. Very professional and reliable.

Joyce Sellick
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Joyce Sellick
January 6, 2018

This is a great lawn maintenance company. They do a fantastic job of maintaining my property and are a pleasure to work with. They are reasonably priced and I would highly recommend this company.

T Bailey
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T Bailey
April 25, 2019

I needed my front yard landscaping redone and Sherman was very patient, knowledgeable, and professional. He was nice enough to give me pointers and suggestions for other parts of the yard as well. Very happy with him and his crew they did an outstanding job. Installation looks great. Definitely recommend Lawnscape of CF and should I need more work in the future, I will be giving them a call. Great at communication and friendly.

Laurel Anderson Reid
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Laurel Anderson Reid
June 10, 2022

Sherman and his crew completely re-did, and healed a very large yard -making it incredibly BEAUTIFUL! They worked hard, and were very kind and a pleasure to have around! Every time I go out to walk our dogs my heart bursts with delight by how beautiful the transformed yard is! We get many compliments from neighbors and friends! I can not recommend Sherman’s work (and his friends/crew) enough! They tore out a lot of failing plants, placed mulch in multiple beds- AND planted brightly colored flowers (red, pink, white Pentas blue daze, and more) The yard is gorgeous, bright, and we are very happy!! A+++ Exceedingly pleased!

Onelia Lopez
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Onelia Lopez
May 17, 2019

My husband contacted Sherman of Lawnscape of CF for an estimate. He was prompt in returning the call, extremely courteous, professional & pricing was fair. And, we are more than pleased with the result. The lawn & garden looks neat & as it should. Thank you very much, we will be contacting Lawnscapes again in the future. Onelia

Julie Balines
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Julie Balines
July 18, 2019

We had just moved into our new home. My husband and teenage son were exhausted! But the lawn was overgrown and unruly. So I called Lawnscape of CF. They came out the same day and did an excellent job! We are very happy and will definitely be calling them again. Two Thumbs Up from the Balines Family! Thanks LCF!

Carmen Esther Acevedo
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Carmen Esther Acevedo
March 4, 2022

Cutting medium size trees , Excellent professional quality, the best for take care of your yard . I love their work is perfect.

Karen Reynolds
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Karen Reynolds
August 2, 2018

I love it when Sherman and his crew come. They do a beautiful job and Sherman doesn’t mind giving me tips to make my yard stand out in the neighborhood. I have had him for 5 years, if he can’t come on time he calls me. It’s mostly due to the rain..I can expect that. Overall I would not trust anyone else to do as wonderful a job.

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