by Southern State Staff | Oct 13, 2025 | Residential Landscaping, Sod Installation
If you’ve ever stared at your yard after a sod installation and wondered why it still looks patchy or dull, you’re not alone. Many homeowners assume fresh sod guarantees a perfect lawn, but that’s only true when the right steps happen before and after it’s laid. We...
by Southern State Staff | Jun 2, 2025 | Drainage Solutions, Grading, Landscaping, News, Residential Landscaping
You might think it’s just dirt work, but poor landscape grading can quietly wreck your yard, and your wallet. Whether you’re laying sod, planting a garden, or fixing drainage, one wrong move in grading sets off a chain reaction. Water pools near your home....
by Southern State Staff | May 19, 2025 | Drainage Solutions, Grading, HOA Landscaping, Landscaping, News, Residential Landscaping
You might not think about the shape of your yard until it rains and your lawn turns into a swamp. But what if you could stop the water with landscape grading before it ever becomes a problem? Landscape grading is the quiet hero that protects your home, lawn, and peace...
by Southern State Staff | Apr 22, 2025 | Drainage Solutions, Landscaping, Residential Landscaping
If your lawn turns into a swamp every time it rains, you’re not alone. Saturated soil and standing water can ruin grass, attract mosquitoes, and lead to costly drainage problems. French drain installation helps redirect water away from your yard fast. It offers...
by Southern State Staff | Apr 8, 2025 | Bare Spots, Grass Seeding and Aeration, Leaf Cleanup, Residential Landscaping, Seasonal Mowing, Sod Installation
You want your lawn to be green, healthy, and inviting. But in Johnston County, where the summers sizzle and the soil can be tough, how to make grass green takes more than just watering and crossing your fingers. Your grass needs a plan. And the truth is, most patchy...
by Whoosh Agency | Mar 12, 2025 | Grass Seeding and Aeration, Landscaping, Residential Landscaping, Seasonal Mowing
Spring in North Carolina’s Piedmont means warmer days, fresh blooms, and the perfect time to get your lawn back in shape. Winter can leave behind compacted soil, thin grass, and stubborn weeds, but follow our Spring lawn care tips to set up for a lush, healthy yard...