Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, available sod types can be purchased online. Prices are subject to change without notice, but we will contact you before fulfilling your order if there is a price difference.

Do not have your sod delivered until the area is completely clear of debris and prepared for sod installation. The sod needs to be installed immediately after delivery. 

 We are committed to delivering sod fresh cut from the farm. When you place your order online, please include the desired delivery date, gate code information, and preferred unloading instructions. We are unable to provide a delivery time, but we can give a window of time that the sod will be delivered. Please clearly mark where you'd like the sod pallets to be placed using marking paint or flags if you're unable to be on site. The forklift is 9 feet wide. We will be happy to place the pallets anywhere the machine can fit. 

We currently do not have a pick-up option available.

 There is a one-time delivery fee of $45 if an order is placed online. The delivery fee covers the entire order whether it's one pallet or 100 pallets. The minimum order is one pallet. 

 Sod can be installed year-round. However, the best time to install sod is during the spring and fall when the rain and heat aren't as extreme.  

Yes, of course! We regularly deliver sod to homeowners and landscapers that install on their own. Be sure to have the area prepared before the sod arrives. It's best to place your order online 2-3 days ahead of the desired delivery date.

 You can calculate the square footage of the area by multiplying length times width. 

Or use the area calculator tool provided by Sod Solutions to draw and measure how much you'll need. Here's a video to guide you through the steps.

How to Measure 

Before digging, be sure to submit a request to 811 and the necessary utility companies to have gas, electric, water, and cable lines marked. Call at least two full business days before any planned digging. Flag  sprinklers  and  inspect  your  irrigation  system.

The area should be properly prepared before the sod is delivered. All existing turf needs to be removed using a shovel, rototiller, or sod cutter. If you choose to use herbicide, be sure to follow the labels on the product. Rake the soil smooth, taking care to fill in any low areas and lower any high spots—this  will  prevent  drainage  issues  down  the  road.  Use a rake to pull the soil back or a flat, square shovel to lower the soil to about one to two inches below hard surfaces like sidewalks and driveways. If this step is skipped, the sod will sit too high and create drainage issues as well as a tripping hazard. Use  the  same  technique  to  lower  your  soil  1/2  to  1  inch  from  your  neighbors’  lawn  to  blend  the  new  sod  with  your  neighbor.

Yes! That’s our specialty. If you’re unsure about doing sod replacement yourself or having a professionall installation, meet with one of our estimators to talk about different options. Would you like to schedule a free estimate? 

 If the rain chances are above 70% or if the sod fields are saturated from prior rain, sod installations are pushed back. All jobs are pushed back and will be completed in the order in which they are scheduled. This is more common during the summer months. We will stay in contact and will inform our customers of any changes or possible delays.  

No, you do not need to be home when we are replacing your lawn as long as we have authorization to perform work on your property as described in the accepted quote.

Once the job is accepted, a change order is required to make any changes at least 48 hours before the scheduled sod replacement. This policy is in place to ensure we have the proper tools and materials. Agriscape will carry out and complete the work as described in the accepted quote and has no obligation to carry out any further work. Only materials and services in the accepted quote are included. All other requested works are excluded and are additional cost, however we are happy to provide a separate estimate to complete additional work, if needed.

If your lawn has a Bermuda, Torpedo, or carpet grass problem, yes. Using a herbicide to kill your lawn will greatly increase the likelihood that those same weeds will not return. However, there is no way to guarantee that the weeds will not return. We do not live in a confined environment and unfortunately, that means that the wind, lawn care, animals, etc. can carry weeds and sprigs back into the lawn.

If you're concerned about weed control, consider Scott's Provista St. Augustine sod. It is glyphosate tolerant (that is the active ingredient in Round-Up) and can be sprayed to kill the weeds without harming the grass itself. If you'd like more information about Provista and if it could be the right sod choice for you, we can schedule a free consultation for you.

 A machine roller is used in the final stage of installation to help get rid of any air pockets and to help the roots of the sod make contact with the soil. The machine roller is 4 feet wide, and will be used anywhere it can access.  The roller cannot be used in saturated or sloped areas.

After about three weeks the sod will have a shallow roots which will allow for mowing and less watering. It takes about six weeks for a deep, mature root system.

The most important step you can take to eliminate the seams in your newly sodded yard is to adequately water. If new sod does not get enough water, the sod pieces shrink and create gaps. In the summer month, the seams should be blended together within 6 weeks. It will take longer in the winter months since the sod is not actively growing. 

 Each job is different, but a typical sod replacement takes between 3 to 6 working hours. Accessibility, thickness of the existing turf being removed, the amount of cuttings required, and weather are the biggest determining factors. 

 It's best to wait 21-30 days  after installation or until the sod is fulling established to mow. After a few weeks, tug on the corner of a few pieces of sod to be sure the roots have the pieces pegged down. It may take longer for the roots to establish during the cooler months. 

During the first month of treatment, please do not fertilize or treat your sod unless there is a pest (grubs or webworm) or a disease (usually fungus) apparent during the establishment period.  

Water your new sod immediately after installation. Follow this link for a great article from the University of Florida that explains how to properly water to establish a new lawn:

http://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/okaloosaco/2016/04/07/properly-water-to-establish-a-lawn/

Early morning is the best time to water your sod. Later in the day will have unnecessary evaporation and late in the evening will increase the likelihood of disease from sitting water.

For best results, time your irrigation program so that the LAST zone finishes irrigating about 1 hour prior to sunrise. This will give the water 1 hour to seep into the soil, and then when the sun rises, excess water will be evaporated to reduce the chances of disease and fungus.

  We understand unavoidable changes and delay happen in life and we are flexible. Please notify us by calling INSERT PHONE NUMBER HERE or emailing INSWER EMAIL ADDRESS HERE at least 48 hours before your scheduled sod replacement. There is no guarantee that we'll be able to reschedule your job immediately after, but we will do our best to work it in the schedule.