You’re not looking for a quick patch job that dies in three weeks. You want a lawn that roots properly, drains correctly, and doesn’t turn into a mud pit every spring.
That starts with the work most contractors skip: real site preparation. Grading that accounts for drainage. Soil that’s been prepped, not just scraped. Installation done during the right season so the grass actually establishes instead of burning out or rotting.
When your backyard lawn installation in Fort Edward is done with excavation equipment and someone who understands soil conditions, you get results that last. Not just green for a month. Green for years.
We’ve been operating since 1997, transitioning to full-time excavation in 2020. Josh runs the company with his son, and he’s on-site for nearly every job to make sure the work gets done right.
We’re not a crew you’ll never see again. Fort Edward homeowners call us back for driveways, septic work, site prep, and yes, front yard lawn installation in Fort Edward, because they know what they’re getting. No surprises. No shortcuts.
If you’re building a new home or fixing a yard that’s been neglected, you need someone who understands how soil moves, how water drains, and how to prep ground so grass doesn’t just survive but actually grows.
First, we walk your property and assess what’s needed. Grading issues, drainage problems, soil quality—all of it matters before a single roll of sod goes down.
Next comes site preparation. We grade the area so water flows away from your foundation, not toward it. We remove rocks, debris, and old root systems that would prevent new grass from rooting. If your soil needs amendment or leveling, that happens here.
Then we install. Sod installation in Fort Edward is best done in early fall or spring when temperatures stay cool but growth continues. We lay sod tight, stagger seams, and make sure edges are tucked so you don’t get gaps or lifting. After installation, we walk you through watering schedules and what to expect in the first few weeks. You’ll know exactly how to care for it so it establishes strong.
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Lawn installation isn’t just about laying sod. Most Fort Edward properties need grading, drainage correction, and landscape design that includes more than turf.
We also handle flower bed installation in Fort Edward. That means designing beds that complement your lawn, preparing soil properly, and installing edging or borders that actually stay in place. If you want tree planting service in Fort Edward as part of your yard setup, we do that too—selecting placement that won’t interfere with utilities or future maintenance.
Our equipment allows us to move earth, level terrain, and prep sites faster and cleaner than hand tools ever could. That’s the advantage of working with an excavation company that does landscaping, not a landscaping company trying to do excavation. You get professional-grade site work with the finish quality you’d expect from a lawn specialist.
Lawn installation costs in Fort Edward typically range from $1 to $3 per square foot for sod, including materials and labor. If your site needs grading, drainage work, or soil amendment, costs can increase to $6 per square foot depending on prep requirements.
A 1,000-square-foot lawn might run $1,000 to $3,000 for basic sod installation. A 5,000-square-foot yard with grading and drainage could range from $5,000 to $15,000. Larger properties or sites with significant excavation needs will cost more.
The real variable isn’t the sod itself—it’s the site prep. If your yard has poor drainage, uneven grading, or compacted soil, skipping that work means your lawn won’t establish correctly no matter how much you water it. Doing it right the first time costs less than redoing it a year later.
Early fall and spring are the best times for sod installation in Fort Edward. Cool temperatures combined with occasional rain help sod root quickly without the stress of summer heat or winter freezing.
Spring installation works well from late April through early June, before temperatures climb into the 80s consistently. Fall installation is ideal from late August through October, giving grass time to establish before winter dormancy.
Summer installation is possible but requires significantly more water and increases the risk of fungus or disease, especially during Fort Edward’s humid stretches. Winter installation isn’t viable—frozen ground prevents rooting entirely. If you’re planning a lawn, start the conversation in late winter or late summer so we can schedule installation during the optimal window.
Yes. Front yard lawn installation in Fort Edward often involves more attention to curb appeal, drainage away from the foundation, and coordination with existing landscaping or walkways. Backyard lawn installation in Fort Edward tends to focus on grading for proper water flow, leveling play areas, and integrating with patios or decks.
Both require the same level of site preparation—grading, soil prep, and proper installation timing. The difference is usually in layout and design priorities.
We handle full-property lawn installation, so if you’re doing both front and back, we can coordinate the work in a single project. That’s more efficient than piecing it out to multiple contractors and hoping the grading matches up.
Yes. Flower bed installation in Fort Edward and tree planting service in Fort Edward are often done alongside lawn installation because it’s more efficient to complete all site work and landscaping in one phase.
We design flower beds based on sun exposure, drainage, and how they’ll integrate with your lawn. Soil prep for beds is different than lawn prep—beds need deeper amendment and edging to prevent grass from creeping in. We handle that as part of the installation.
Tree planting requires careful placement so roots don’t interfere with utilities, foundations, or future hardscaping. We also consider mature size, shade patterns, and maintenance access. Doing this work together means your entire yard is planned as a system, not a collection of separate projects that don’t quite fit.
New sod typically takes two to three weeks to root into the soil beneath it. During that time, you’ll need to water daily—sometimes twice a day if temperatures are warm—to keep the sod moist but not waterlogged.
After three weeks, you can reduce watering frequency as roots establish deeper into the soil. By six weeks, your lawn should be rooted enough to handle light foot traffic and regular mowing.
Full establishment takes about eight to twelve weeks, depending on weather and care. That’s when your lawn transitions from “new sod” to “established turf” that can handle normal use, drought periods, and typical maintenance. The key is consistent watering in those first few weeks. Miss that window, and sections can die or fail to root properly.
Site preparation determines whether your lawn survives or thrives. Sod laid on compacted soil, uneven grading, or poor drainage will struggle to root, develop thin spots, or fail entirely within the first year.
Proper grading ensures water drains away from your home’s foundation and doesn’t pool in low spots that kill grass. Soil prep—loosening compacted earth, removing rocks and debris, adding amendments if needed—gives roots room to grow and access to nutrients.
Without excavation equipment and someone who understands how soil and water behave, you’re guessing. With proper site prep, your lawn has the foundation it needs to establish quickly and last for years. That’s the difference between a lawn that looks good for a month and one that’s still thick and healthy five years later.
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