Here are some pro tips to prepare for sod delivery.
So, you’re planning to order a delivery of fresh, new sod to install, finally making your yard into a lush oasis of your dreams. Pretty exciting! Are you prepared for your sod delivery and installation? While getting new sod is exciting, you must ensure your property is prepared for delivery and installation.
Some customers hire a professional sod company to both remove their existing turf and then install a fresh new sod lawn. But if you’re tackling the sod installation yourself, here are some pro tips to prepare for sod delivery.
Kill Your Existing Lawn Before Sod Delivery
To prepare your yard for sod, you need to kill existing grass. Spray the current turf to kill it. It is best to do this a week or two ahead of time. This is a crucial sod preparation step. If not done right, wild grass will grow up through your new sod. The process can take from one to three applications, depending on what type of weeds are hiding in your lawn. The number of weeds can be a factor here, too. Be sure this task is complete before your sod delivery.
Mark Sprinkler Heads
Another tip to prep for sod delivery and installation, mark sprinkler heads and any shallow cable lines so they don’t get cut during the sod removal process.
Use a Sod Cutter
This is a walk-behind machine powered with a 5-horsepower gas engine. It has a sharp blade that slices through the old turf. You can rent them at most rental companies that handle lawn equipment. You’ll want another person on hand to follow behind you with a pitchfork to tuck the cut sod to the side so it doesn’t get tangled with the next pass. Be prepared. It’s physically demanding to maneuver the heavy, unwieldy sod cutter. It vibrates and weighs about 350 lbs. Always prioritize safety when using heavy equipment.
Level Out Your Lawn
To prepare for sod installation, you need to level out any imperfections on your lawn before sod is delivered. You don’t want to go through all this hard work and then realize that there were low areas that weren’t addressed or humps that you could stumble over. Some corrective grading before your sod delivery goes a long way.
Check Your Irrigation System
New sod needs lots of water over the first few weeks and months. After installing your sod, you don’t want to find out that you have broken heads, a zone that doesn’t work, or controller problems. Address any problems now so that they can be repaired before your sod delivery.
Get Your Yard Ready for Winter!
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