Installation & Care
Installation
Clear the site & grade
Remove any and all debris, including rocks and sticks. Rough grade the entire area and till at least 4-6 inches.
Prep the soil
Add topsoil and test with a chemical soil test to determine if any pH changes are necessary. Apply starter fertilizer and finally, roll the area.
Install sod
Remember to water the sod as you lay it! Sod will wilt quickly on hot days.
Care
Watering
Water daily or more often on hot days, keeping sod moist until it is firmly rooted (about 2 weeks during growing season).
Frequency
After the rooting-in period, less frequent and deeper watering should begin. Water to supplement rainfall shortages only. Avoid fixed timer irrigation settings.
Weather
Weather conditions will dictate the amount and frequency of watering. Be certain that your new lawn has enough moisture to survive hot, dry, or windy periods.
Buildings
Water areas on mounds and berms and near buildings more often, when reflected heat dries the turf.
Check out our full step-by-step instructions on sod installation.
Why Sod?
Sod will increase your curb appeal and the value of your home or business.
Sod is an inexpensive and reliable way to prevent erosion and protect the soil from sediment loss.
Lawns trap 12 million tons per year of dirt and dust and absorb global warming gasses, such as carbon dioxide.
