How the job is done
- 1The old turf and debris come out.
- 2The soil is graded so water runs away from the house, loosened, amended where needed and raked smooth.
- 3Fresh sod is laid soon after it is cut, in a staggered brick pattern with tight seams.
- 4Pieces are cut to fit the edges, then rolled so the roots touch the soil.
- 5New sod is watered deeply, then kept moist until it roots.
What affects the cost
- Square footage
- The grass variety
- Whether old turf has to come out
- How much grading or topsoil it needs
- Access for the pallets
- Time of year
Local conditions
Bermuda and zoysia are the usual choices here. Bermuda wants about 8 hours of sun; zoysia gets by on about 6; tall fescue fits heavier shade. University of Tennessee Extension says warm-season sod can go down any time the ground is not frozen, though it roots fastest in warm late spring and summer soil. Mississippi State recommends a soil test first and compost mixed into heavy soils before sodding.
Questions homeowners ask us.
When is the best time to lay sod here?
Warm-season sod can go down any time the ground is not frozen. It roots fastest in late spring and summer.
Which grass is best?
It depends on sun: bermuda for full sun, zoysia for some shade, tall fescue for heavier shade.
How long until new sod roots?
In warm weather, usually a few weeks. Dormant sod laid in winter takes longer before it can take foot traffic.
Sod or seed for bare spots?
Sod fills the spot right away. Seed costs less but takes a season to fill in, and warm-season seed goes down in May and June.
Is the estimate really free, and what happens at the visit?
Free, with no obligation. Darren Fant walks the site, measures, looks at drainage and access, and gives a written quote. Every quote is written after seeing the yard, because access and grading differ house to house.
How it’s quoted
A written number after the walk-through - no sales pitch.
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Tell us about your yard and Darren will call to set up the visit.