Sod Installation

Realizing you need to start fresh with your new lawn? Oftentimes the idea of having to start from scratch is daunting and overwhelming but we have solutions and help for you.

Is sod installation for you?
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1. You are hoping to upgrade your lawn/yard
2. Your old sod has died and is barren beyond revival
3. You have a worn down area of grass that is so worn down there is only dirt and/or weeds left
4. You are dealing with a new construction
5. Your main reason for considering sod installation is because you see the value behind beautifying the chosen area of your yard

There are seven significant steps to sod installation that are critical for you to understand so you understand why you should hire us to do this for you in the first place.

• The beginning of us saving your money with new sod starts by testing the soil. Think of this step like a diagnostic blood panel for humans except it essentially determines the health of your soil. Failing to do so often results in grass that does not end up thriving because if you have old grass you will need to determine which solutions to use to fully kill off your old grass. Or, if you are starting off brand new, you’ll need to know how to properly fertilize your lawn to ensure optimal health for your sod.

• Once we have a full understanding of your soil needs, it is time to choose a grass. Not all species of grass are suitable for every lawn. The right grass for you depends on the usual environmental factors of your locale including climate. Thankfully, we are already experts at the best type of grass for you Lynchburg and Central Virginia lawn.

• After this, the shape of the almost-grassy lawn area is measured and the area calculated to ensure that the proper amount of sod is ordered.

• Before the new sod is installed, any old grass will have to be completely killed and removed.

• The soil will now need to be prepared so the grass roots have the best chance at penetrating the ground evenly and deeply which will allow your lawn to be the most lush and drought resistant it can be. Properly prepping the soil can also prevent pests from harming the grass. This is done through reducing compacted soil with a hoe or rake, smoothing the soil’s surface, allow rain or a sprinkler to settle the soil, then smooth the soil surface over finally.

• Now here comes the satisfying part: laying and rolling out the new sod! Wagons and wheelbarrows will help transport the delivered rolls of sod to their destination on your soon-to-be lawn. With the right amount of manpower and proper knives, the rolls of sod will be custom cut to fit your grass area and the sod will be placed together as tightly as possible.

• Last but not least comes lawn care maintenance of which we are also experts! This involves properly watering, fertilizing, and aerating your lawn periodically throughout its lifetime to keep it thick and green and to keep you proud of your grass.

Contact us today at 434-226-0125 for your sod and landscaping needs!