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New Lawn Installations Using Seed Or Sod

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 or throwing out some grass seed.  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?

JB's Landscaping is a landscaping contractor based out of Columbia, New Jersey and serving Morris, Sussex and Warren Counties including Allamuchy, Budd Lake, Chester, Flanders, Hackettstown, Long Valley, Newton, Rockaway, Sparta, and Succasunna.

We specialize in new lawn installation using high-quality sod or seed.  From grading your property and lawn area for proper drainage, and preparing your lawn area with proper top-soil, and organizing the installation of irrigation or sprinkler systems.

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 Thrive In New Jersey?

  • Cold-tolerant and can withstand harsh winters
  • Fine-textured with a rich, dark green color
  • Moderate shade tolerance
  • Good for lawns, parks, and recreational areas in cooler climates
  • Shade-tolerant and can adapt to a wide range of soil conditions
  • Fine to medium-textured grass with deep root systems for drought tolerance
  • Cool-season grass suitable for lawns and landscapes in temperate regions
  • Low-maintenance and requires less frequent mowing
  • Fast-growing, fine-textured grass with a rich green color
  • Cold-tolerant and often used for overseeding warm-season grasses
  • Requires regular maintenance, including watering and mowing
  • Suitable for lawns, athletic fields, and golf courses in cool to temperate climates

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 A New Lawn Cost?

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

Small Lawns

$3500 - $6000

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

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 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, edging, irrigation, and surrounding garden beds.

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 throwing out some grass seed or 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.

Seed Or Sod Installation

Depending on which method you'd like us to do we will either spread out grass seed or roll out your sod for an 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.

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David Pucilowski
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David Pucilowski
January 27, 2018

I have had JB's complete 2 projects at my house, one a firepit with patio and the other was a retaining wall along my driveway. Very happy with both projects and the quality of work. I would definitely recommend JB's for any type of hardscape projects.

Leslie C Ruben
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Leslie C Ruben
May 9, 2025

Jeff & team have been apart of our home ownership for the last 17 Years, We continually have them back for Hardscape Projects, Lawn maintenance & Snow plowing. They are Extremely Polite, dress like professionals & Always at the end of the day Clean up the work area. Jbs, have done a spectacular job of walls, our giant Pool area, Patio, walk ways, mulching & making our very large Property Always looking it’s very best! I Love their ideas & suggestions. Any issues or concerns or Questions, Jeff is always a phone call or text, or on the Job, to address our thoughts. Ps.. they take care of our rental properties, All to look there very best. You are welcomed to our home to see, our 17 year old project! & of course All our other Projects over the years to present. Worth Every penny for an expert & experienced Job, with out worry. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

Olga Brazaitis
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Olga Brazaitis
March 5, 2025

We have been customers since 2012! Every year we start off the season with a Spring Clean up in our gardens and lawn followed by a lawn fertilization. Then our weekly lawn cuttings go from mid April to late October early November. The maintenance team does a thorough job leaving our lawn looking neat and nicely manicured. The office staff is attentive and makes sure to satisfy our special requests. Kudos to JB’s, you will look forward to seeing their truck pull up to your property every week! LO (Blairstown)

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