We source locally grown high quality Sod. Sod is a great lawn restoration alternative to seed, particularly in bare areas and slopes. Although Sod costs more money upfront it is very comparable to the overall costs that over seeding your lawn multiple times takes to get a lush, thick, instant lawn sod provides. Do you have a problem area(s) that wont grow grass or don't have the patience to watch it grow? Sign Up Now! to get an instant lawn better than ever.
Before any new sod is installed it is vital for the area to have the site prepped in advance. This can include tilling, raking, leveling out any bare areas before laying the sod. If the ground is all uneven and bumpy new sod will look the same on top.
For very areas larger than 1000sq ft a subcontractor would be need to grade the areas for prepping before installing the instant lawn sod.
Trying to root new sod without fertilizer? Good luck. A fertilizing plan doesn't fix all your new sod issues but it can help ensure it stays healthy enough to allow it to get rooted by stimulating its roots. Just like you wouldn't spend bottom dollar on security to protect your valuables don't waste good money on sod by skipping on the fertilizer.
For new instant lawn sod Water, Water, Water. New sod failure is most commonly caused by poor watering. Steady watering throughout the day from sunrise to afternoon is vital for new sod to root. Sod needs to be soggy, spongy wet for the first 30-40 days while rooting. Check rooting by gently attempting to pull up (like carpet), careful not to tear new roots. Once sod begins to firmly root watering can be dialed back to a few times per day keeping sure to keep new sod moist for another 30-40 days.
If a soil issue is suspected it is recommended to get a soil sample analysis to determine the exact issue. Local companies can provide these tests for as low as $30-40.
Soil amendment products and aeration services are also a great way to improve and prepare your lawn restoration project for new sod service. These services help build and repair the very soil structure changing your low quality soil into high quality soil.
This service is priced by an hourly labor rate of $42.50 / man / hour plus delivery fees of $100 / load for expenses associated with sourcing the materials. Any estimates we provide are generally a range of what they job may require but final price is determined upon completion of the job. We service the Council Bluffs, IA surrounding areas.
Veteran Lawn Services
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