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The 78259 ZIP code covers some of north San Antonio's most established neighborhoods, around Stone Oak Parkway, US 281 and Loop 1604. Many homes are in HOA communities where the yard is part of the neighborhood's look, and a brown or weedy lawn gets noticed.

True Roots helps 78259 homeowners keep their lawns thick and clean with seasonal weed and fertilizer programs, aeration and top dressing, lawn leveling, premium sod installation, and fire ant, mosquito and lawn insect control.

Lawn care, sod & pest control services in Stone Oak

Stone Oak soil, grass & lawn challenges

North San Antonio is Hill Country ground. In much of 78259, yards have only a few inches of soil over limestone, which means grass dries out fast and roots can't go deep. Much of this part of town also sits over the Edwards Aquifer's recharge and contributing zones, where what goes on the ground matters.

Thin soils benefit most from added organic matter: compost top dressing on existing lawns, or a deeper compost or topsoil layer tilled in before sod. We apply products at label rates and keep them off driveways and sidewalks so they don't wash into storm drains.

Watering rules in Stone Oak

Most homes in 78259 are on San Antonio Water System (SAWS). SAWS assigns landscape watering days by the last digit of your address and posts the current drought stage on its watering rules page. Check it before adjusting your irrigation, especially when planning new sod.

Stone Oak and the neighborhoods around it

Stone Oak is one of north San Antonio's best-known communities. Neighboring communities like Encino Park and Cibolo Canyon share the same rocky Hill Country ground and the same fight to keep lawns green through a San Antonio summer.

Plenty of lawn companies drive through here. We'd rather be the one you actually recommend to the neighbors, because we did what we said we'd do.

Sod installation in Stone Oak

Our premium sod installation is built for thin Hill Country soil. We remove the old surface, till in 100% compost or an enriched topsoil blend, grade and roll for a smooth, HOA-ready finish, then lay, trim and roll the sod and check your irrigation coverage.

Not sure what your yard needs? Get an instant quote or call (830) 723-6131. There are no contracts, and we'll give you a straight answer.

FAQ

Questions, answered

Do you service HOA neighborhoods in 78259?
Yes. If your HOA has rules on grass type or appearance, let us know and we'll plan around them.
What grass works best on thin Stone Oak soil?
Bermuda and Zoysia both handle heat and drought well. St. Augustine does better in shade but needs more water. Improving the soil before sod matters as much as the grass you choose.
Can I water new sod on my SAWS watering day only?
New sod usually needs more frequent watering for the first couple of weeks. Check SAWS's current rules, and ask us before scheduling so we can plan the timing.

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