Sod Installation

How to Properly Prepare and Lay Sod

From ground preparation to laying sod to caring for it, Schenk Sod in Southern Indiana has all the tips you need to grow healthy, beautiful grass. Get sod tips from the pros.

Delivery

We will deliver your sod to straight you. Our team will unload it and set it around your turf area the best they possibly can for easy installation.

Installation

We provide professional, turnkey sod installation, and you can count on us to install your turf in a timely fashion. Our team installs sod for landscapers, golf courses, and residential and commercial customers. All you have to do is water it. Homeowners and landscapers need to prepare their sod before installation.

 

Prepare their soil before installation.

Ground Preparation

  • Remove all plants and debris.
  • Till two to four inches deep and level the area.
  • Leave a one inch lip around sidewalks, driveways, or any existing grass.
  • If desired, apply a starter fertilizer to the soil before installation.
  • Apply a basic 12-12-12 fertilizer over the top of the sod one to two weeks after it has been installed.

Laying Sod

  • Install sod immediately upon delivery.
  • Water the sod as soon as possible to lower stress on it.
  • Stagger the sod in a brick-like pattern, so the seams are not all together, placing the ends as close together as possible without stretching the sod.
  • Tuck ends together in a slight folding-under motion. If sod gets too dry it will shrink, leaving small gaps and seams.