The top 4 things you didn’t know about sod removal and installation

A lawn can completely improve the look of your yard and outdoor living space. But, when it comes to lawn choices, you have a few options: seeded lawns, sod, artificial turf, and more.

At Delta Charlie Sod, a landscaping company in California’s Central Valley, we find that sod is the best lawn choice. We’re sharing the top 4 things you didn’t know about sod removal and installation:

1. Sod installation can give you a new lawn almost instantly

With seeded lawns, you have to wait patiently for the grass to grow. This can take up to 18 months, and in the meantime, your lawn will look pretty barren.

With sod installation, you can enjoy a new, lush lawn almost instantly. Instead of seeding the lawn, sod installers lay down strips of pre-grown grass. Underneath the grass is a small section of soil that is held together by roots.

Once the sod is installed, the grass takes root in as little as 10-14 days. While you do have to be gentle with the sod while it takes root, your yard will instantly look updated and refreshed.

2. Sod can save you money in the long run

If you’re hesitant to install a lawn because you’re worried about the costs for upkeep, you should consider sod installation instead. Typically, a seeded lawn requires a minimum of four waterings per day for proper seed germination, and even more if you live in a dry climate.

Sod, on the other hand, only needs about two waterings per day during the first few weeks. This can save you a significant amount of money in the long run, especially here in the Central Valley, where the climate can be very hot and dry.

3. Sod is very dense and can prevent erosion

In general, seeded lawns are more high-maintenance and require more irrigation to keep them in good condition. Sod offers the best of both worlds: it looks great and requires less upkeep to stay healthy.

For instance, seeded lawns tend to develop bare spots over time. When this happens, you have to re-seed these spots and wait for them to grow back.

With sod, the grass is already dense with mature growth. The strips of sod are also installed tightly together, so your lawn will immediately look lush. Not only that, but because it is pre-grown, sod is an excellent way to quickly prevent soil erosion.

4. Sod removal can help your composting efforts

There are many different methods for sod removal and installation. When it comes to removal, physically removing the sod using a shovel or sod cutter is a popular method.

One of the main advantages of this technique is that the removed sod can be used for composting. As you remove the sod, simply stack each piece on top of one another, all face down. Make sure you wet the pieces before stacking them.

Once your pile is as high as you’d like, cover it with a plastic tarp and weigh down the edges. In just a few months, you’ll have rich compost ready to be used for your garden.

Speak with a sod expert today

Delta Charlie Sod is a leading provider of sod removal and installation services in Stockton, CA. Our team would be happy to work on your next landscaping or sod project. To get started, contact us today and speak with one of our team members.