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When To Install Sod Measuring for Sod Installation Instructions Maintaining your sod

Installation Instructions

Prepare the planting area

Soil Preparation

1. Remove all debris, stone etc.


2. Till soil to depth of 3-8 inches, bring to rough grade.


3. Obtain the proper surface drainage by moving soil to the desired contours.


4. It is desirable to have 3-8 inches of topsoil.

CAUTION: Working soils containing excessive moisture, especially with heavy equipment, will destroy desirable soil physical conditions and may result in poor rooting of the sod.

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