Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.
How much does sod installation cost near me?
Sod prices are $0.30 to $0.80 per square foot or $130 to $360 per pallet (450 SF), without installation. Sod installation costs$0.90 to $1.80 per square foot for materials and labor, depending on the grass type and job size. Sodding an average 0.2 acre lawn costs $4,500 to $10,000.
When is the best time to lay sod?
Sod can be laid anytime during the growing season. The best times to lay sod are in early and mid-fall or spring when temperatures are cooler, but grass continues to grow. Some types of sod grass can also be installed in the winter, even though it's dormant. Avoid laying sod in summer. Summer sod installation requires extra water that often leads to disease and fungus.
Who lays sod near me?
Landscapers, lawn installation companies, and grass seeding companies lay sod near you. Use HomeGuide to find top-rated sod installers in your area, get free estimates to compare, and view photos that showcase lawns installed by the pro.
Can you lay sod over existing grass?
Laying sod over existing grass does not work and may kill the sod. All sod must be laid over soil to root correctly. Removing the existing grass and preparing the lawn with soil amendments and rototilling is required to promote a healthy root system.
Do I need to rototill before laying sod?
Rototilling before laying sod works the existing growth into the dirt, loosens the soil, and uncovers buried rocks to give the roots room to grow. Alternative soil preparation methods include adding topsoil for the roots and to improve the yard's grade or laying the sod on the existing bare ground.
Consult with a landscaping sod company to discuss the best preparation method for your lawn.
What is sod installation?
The sod installation process includes:
On-site evaluation, measuring, and free estimate
Project planning, equipment rentals, and sod delivery
Preparing the soil by removing existing growth and tilling
Marking the location of each sprinkler head
Application of soil amendments or top dressing and leveling the yard
Installing the new sod by dampening the soil, raking, and laying the pieces.
Filling in the gaps from previously cut sod scraps
Using a lawn roller to smooth out the sod and remove air pockets
Testing the sprinkler system
Providing watering and maintenance directions
How do I find the best sod installation companies?
Start by searching our list of sod companies near you. After researching and contacting potential candidates:
Compare at least three estimates from professional landscapers.
Ask for recommendations from family, friends, and neighbors.
Select sod companies that are licensed, bonded, and experienced.
Verify their insurance, worker’s compensation, and bond guarantees.
Look at their reviews on HomeGuide and Google.
Ask about their warranties and guarantees.
Ask for a written contract, warranty, and detailed estimate.
Avoid making large payments upfront. Come up with a payment schedule for work completed.
After asking questions and verifying their credentials, hire the most affordable and best landscaping sod services near you.
What questions to ask sod companies before hiring?
When looking for the best sod installer, ask the following questions:
How long have you been a landscaping contractor?
Which types of sod are you experienced in laying?
What do your sod services include?
Are you and your employees licensed, insured, and bonded?
Are the workers your employees or subcontractors?
What license(s), training, and affiliations do you have?
Do you charge by the square foot, hour, or project?
How many similar projects have you completed?
Can you provide me with references or customer referrals?
What can you start and finish the sod work?
Can you provide me a written estimate with a breakdown of all costs?
What happens if you go over budget or there are changes to material price?
Do you offer guarantees?
What is the structure of the payment agreements?
What payment methods do you accept?
What do I need to provide to get started?
Reviews for Taylorsville sod installation companies
Recent success stories from people in the Taylorsville area.
Mike J.
All I can say is WOW! I am beyond shocked at how amazing, wonderful, hard working, respectful, talented, and very trustworthy this crew is. Plus so much more. I mean I could go on and on about how awesome they truly are. So, my wife and I just bought a house that came with a huge front and back yard that needed a lot of maintenance and fixing up! We were very stressed out because we didn’t know where to start or who we could trust to hire to get the job done because we have been ripped off before by contractors. One day on our way home we seen this crew doing a huge project for our neighbors and what an amazing outcome of their work after they were finished. We were not only surprised by what a great job they did but also by how fast they got this huge project done. My wife and I invited our neighbors over for dinner and all they talked about was how amazing this company is so we asked them for this companies information so we can contact them as well. Although we were stressed out and very nervous about everything my wife told me to reach out to this company. I am so very happy she did because when I did reach out they send someone out right away to go over everything we needed done. My wife and I thought we were going to hire different companies to get certain stuff done that we needed done but we did not have to because this company does EVERYTHING. That is what really caught my attention. I thought my neighbors was bluffing when he said this company could do it all but it’s the truth. After I went over everything we needed done with Tap (the very nice expert they send out), we sat down and he explained everything step by step of what all they were going to be doing and what all is needed to get the job done if we were to hire them. This also caught my attention because we have had our fair shares of hiring contractors and none of them would explain what needed to be done or why their bid was so high or what they were going to be doing or needing, they would just work and never communicate. After we went over everything Tap added up the cost of everything and provided me with an estimate of how much everything would be. The bid Tap provided me was around what my wife and I were guessing and after Tap sat me down and explained everything and what cost what and he even showed us proof online. Also I know this is rare but when I am looking for a bid or estimate I always go with who has the highest bid, stands out, and knows more about the job and what’s needed to be done. Take it from someone who owns a real estate company that has bought many homes and hired many contractors. This is something I wish I would’ve known before but now that I do I thought I would share this. Back then when I was trying to save as much money as I could I would hire the company with the lowest bid and let me tell you nothing good comes of it. Like they say you get what you pay for. Every contractor with the lowest bid I have hired came with so much problem, if not right away the problem will eventually come. Either the work they did causes more damage or they take years to finish the job or something worst. It’s really not worth it. Anyways, my wife and I hired Tap and his crew. They got to working right away like literally the same day. Tap met with me in the morning to go over everything we signed the contract and Tap said his crew is on the way to start working. My wife and I were very shocked! Nonetheless, this company showed up, got straight to work, and didn’t waste no time playing around. They got everything done within a matter of a couple days! We still have so much more to do that we have already hired this company to do but when my wife and I get back from our vacation. I know if we didn’t have to go on a family vacation trip Tap and his crew would get it all done in no time. I highly recommend this company. My wife and I have came to the conclusion that we will never ever hire no one else only Tap and his amazing crew. We also recommend this company to anyone looking for any work to be done as far as in construction tree service or landscaping. We have witnessed this company do it all with our neighbors project and our own project. We are beyond grateful and thankful for this company. There’s so much more wonderful things my wife and I can say it’s endless. Again, thank you all so very much and we look forward to seeing you guys again real soon! Keep up the amazing awesome wonderful hard work!
Kings Tree Service, Landscaping, And Constructions LLC.
Kelli D.
They do perfection when it comes to any work they do! The owners hearts are invested 💯! They are a stand up company that does beautiful work that will be done right the first time!
Millburn Lawn & Landscape
Bill W.
Everything was great, except they showed up an hour and a half late. I wouldn’t have cared, but I got up early, made special arrangements for another contractor, had to turn around and go back home for that appointment and drive back again.
They did do a good job though and I was happy with the price.
Yard Barbers
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