
How to Winterize an Outdoor Kitchen in Tennessee
Quick Answer: Yes, you should winterize an outdoor kitchen in Tennessee. Before the first hard freeze, shut off and drain the water lines. Turn off
Known for Sod. Trusted for Landscaping, Hardscaping, Masonry and More!
Looking for a local landscaping company in Knoxville, TN? Gladiator SOD and Landscaping is locally owned and runs its own in-house crew, never subcontractors. We handle sod, landscape design, patios, retaining walls, and masonry across Knoxville, Farragut, Oak Ridge, and Lenoir City, backed by nearly 150 Google reviews. For Middle Tennessee homeowners, we also have an office in Nashville.
Gladiator SOD and Landscaping is an owner-led landscaping company based on Oak Ridge Highway in Knoxville. We started with sod, and it is still what we are best known for. Over time, customers asked us to build the rest of the yard, so we grew into landscape design, grading and drainage, hardscaping, and masonry.
A Mason at the Helm
The owner is a mason by trade and is on the job for the stone and brick work. That is why our patios, retaining walls, and fire features start with a proper base or footing for Knoxville’s red clay, and why they are still level years later.
The Person Who Quotes Your Job Is on Your Job
No sales rep who disappears after the contract is signed, and no subcontractors. Grading, sod, patios, and walls are handled by the same in-house crew from start to finish.
Built for East Tennessee, Here Next Year
Clay soil, steep lots, lake frontage on Fort Loudoun and Melton Hill, and freeze-thaw winters shape how we build. When you want to add a patio or a fire pit down the road, you call the same office and the same phone number.

Our crew installs sod across Knoxville, TN, every week, year-round. East Tennessee homeowners choose Bermuda for high-traffic, full-sun yards, Fescue for shaded lots, and Zeon Zoysia for the dense, putting-green look that thrives in Knoxville’s clay-heavy soil. Every sod install starts with site prep and grading, runs through delivery and lay-down the same week, and finishes with a watering plan tuned to East Tennessee summers. Learn more about our professional sod installation in Knoxville.
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Paul Slay6 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Will and his crew did a great job on my sod install project. I will definitely be calling on them again. Dalton and Peyton finished and cleaned up well. Good communication was easy on prices , timing , etc. Highly recommend.Posted on Google![]()
jake knox9 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
5-star experience from start to finish. Scheduling a quote online was incredibly easy, the pricing was transparent, and the entire crew was beyond professional. The quality of their work is incredible. They move quickly and efficiently while still paying close attention to the details. Any time I had a question, Will or someone on his team got back to me in a timely manner. I would recommend Gladiator Sod to anyone looking for sod or landscaping work. I wouldn’t hire anyone else moving forward. They have definitely earned my business for any future sodding or landscaping projects.Posted on Google![]()
Dean Forrester13 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
They did an excellent job on my yard, the grass grew in nice with no patches. You couldn’t beat it for the price.Posted on Google![]()
Jay Hullender13 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I would like to say that Will and his crew from GSL did a great job on establishing a beautiful front lawn for me. They pay so much attention to detail with their work. I couldn't be happier. I will definitely be using Gladiator Sod and Landscape for my next project.Posted on Google![]()
Von Rovenstine42 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I rarely leave reviews, but Will and his team absolutely knocked my job out of the park. It’s hard to trust someone with your home and landscaping projects but I’m so glad I did. The job turned out exactly like I had envisioned and Will checked in with me along the way to walk me through the process. 10/10 would recommend.Posted on Google![]()
daniel waters96 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Just had an approximate 4,000 square ft of zeon zoysia installed. Entire process went very well from getting a quote, getting work scheduled, and project completed. I had gotten 3 quotes- one provider was about 25% higher and another was slightly less than Gladiator SOD. I went with Gladiator SOD as I felt installing sod was more of their primary work versus an additional service that other landscaping companies may do on the side from time to time. Speaking with the project head on installation day, he confirmed with me that sod installation is probably 75% of their jobs. The sod itself came delivered from Super Sod, and you can tell it was freshly cut and in great shape. No issues at all there. The installation went smoothly, which included removing existing grass, grading work, and installation of new sod. Everyone was professional, helpful, and courteous. The site was kept clean and all the other little things you can think of or might worry about it were handled as they should be. Overall, great experience and would recommend. Picture is of the backyard day of completion.+0Posted on Google![]()
S H96 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great people. They did an excellent job. I would have them back again many times over if I need grass sid because they prep loaded and deliver the sod and installed. Worth every penny I spent.Posted on Google![]()
Tiffany Lehman97 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
What a great group! Friendly, communicative, and hard working! We love our backyard and will definitely be using Gladiator SOD again in the near future!Posted on Google![]()
Ian alley157 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This was the recent experience of mine dealing with Will from Gladiator SOD and Landscaping, Lenoir, TN. I must say I was more than satisfied with the result. Everything starting from the very first phone call to the end of the project was handled professionally and honestly by Will using his expertise. Crew was prompt, did its best to meet every need and made every effort possible to do it perfectly. Landscaping that has been done for me and sods that have been installed in my yard have exceeded all my expectations with the high quality of service. One can feel how much Will enjoys his job and wants all his customers to be satisfied. Will kept me informed during the entire project and completed everything as scheduled. If you are interested in getting your landscaping project completed promptly with high-quality service, then I strongly recommend contacting Will and Gladiator SOD and Landscaping. I definitely will use their services for all future projects of mine.Posted on Google![]()
Logan Roddy159 days agoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Our retaining wall and fescue turned out great in here in Murfreesboro. Hard workers, great communication!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more




At Gladiator SOD and Landscape, we handle the full range of outdoor work, from sod and landscape design to hardscaping and concrete. As landscapers in Knoxville, TN, we build for the way this region’s yards actually behave, matching every project to the local clay soil, the slopes, and the East Tennessee seasons. Whether we are laying sod, grading a lot, or building a stone patio, one in-house crew runs the job from start to finish, with no subcontractors. That keeps the quality consistent and the timeline tight, and it makes us a straightforward choice for landscaping across the Knoxville area.
We work across East and Middle Tennessee. Crews serve Knoxville, Farragut, Oak Ridge, Lenoir City, and Tellico Village in East Tennessee, plus Nashville and Brentwood in Middle Tennessee, along with the towns around them, and each area gets built for its own conditions. That means clay-heavy soil and lake lots around Knoxville and Lenoir City, and established, large-lot properties up around Brentwood and Nashville.
From sod installation and land grading to retaining walls, patios, and full landscape design, the same in-house crew handles every project. If you are planning outdoor work anywhere in our service area, we will walk your property, talk through the options, and give you a free estimate.






We are a full-service landscaping company in Knoxville, TN. We install sod, design and plant landscapes, grade yards for drainage, and build patios, retaining walls, sea walls, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, and brick mailboxes. Everything is done by our own crew. See all of our services.
A local company knows Knoxville's clay soil, slopes, and lake lots, and it will still be here when you want to add to the project. With us, the person who quotes your job is the person on your job, and the work is never handed to a subcontractor.
It depends on the size of the yard and the work involved. Most of our landscaping and hardscaping projects fall between $5,000 and $20,000, and full backyard builds run higher. Our minimum for new projects is $5,000. We give a free on-site estimate and a firm written quote.
No. Grading, sod, planting, patios, walls, and masonry are all done by our in-house crew, so you know who is on your property and the quality stays consistent from start to finish.
From our Knoxville and Lenoir City offices we serve Knoxville, Farragut, Oak Ridge, Karns, Powell, Alcoa, Maryville, Lenoir City, Loudon, and Tellico Village. Our Nashville office covers Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, and nearby Middle Tennessee. See all service areas.
FROM THE BLOG
Straight answers from our crew on patios, lawns, and the Knoxville slopes we work every day.

Quick Answer: Yes, you should winterize an outdoor kitchen in Tennessee. Before the first hard freeze, shut off and drain the water lines. Turn off

Quick Answer: For most shady Knoxville yards, tall fescue sod is the best choice. Zeon Zoysia works in partial shade if the spot gets at

Quick Answer: A seat wall is a low, solid wall built at sitting height along the edge of a patio. It gives you permanent seating

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6620 Oak Ridge Hwy #102
Knoxville, TN 37931
Phone: (865) 963-1096
179 Belle Forest Cir Ste 103C
Nashville, TN 37221
Phone: (865) 963-1096
402 N B St
Lenoir City, TN 37771
Phone: (865) 963-1096
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