Central Coast Sod
		Sod Installation Guide Sod slab size 16" x 45" = 5 square feet per slab. Weighing 30 to 35 pounds per slab. 500 square feet per pallet. 100 slabs per pallet. Pallet weight approximately 3000 pounds. STEP 1: MEASURING & ORDERING With a tape, measure the area of your planned lawn. Schedule the delivery of sod after your preparatory work is completed and you are ready to install. Prompt installation is important to a strong beginning for your lawn. Please call or e-mail us if you have questions regarding ordering or installation of your new lawn. Lawn Area Calculator STEP 2: SOIL PREPARATION If weeds have been a problem on site, spray the area with a herbicide such as Roundup following label directions. Wait a few days and then remove any old lawn, rocks, weeds and other debris. Add 1-2 inches of high quality compost, work the compost into the top 4 to 6 inches of soil. Rake and smooth the soil, removing large rocks, roots, and large clods. If necessary, roll the area lightly with a lawn roller 1/3 full of water. This will firm the soil surface and reveal low areas that need more soil. Keep the grade 1 to 1.5 inches below sidewalks and driveway. Water the prepared area to settle soil and provide a moist base for turf. A depth of 6 inches is recommended for most soils. An automatic sprinkler system is recommended for best results. Compost Choice STEP 3: SOD INSTALLATION It is important to install your new sod as soon as possible after delivery. Morning deliveries should be installed the same day. Afternoon deliveries can be installed the next day. Begin watering the sod as soon as you have laid your first 200 to 300 square feet. Sod is a living plant that requires soil contact and moisture to survive. Begin installing sod along a straight line, such as a driveway or sidewalk. Butt the edges against each other. Avoid gaps or overlaps. Stagger the joints in each row in a brick-like fashion, using a large sharp knife to trim corners. On slopes, place sod across the slope. To avoid causing indentations or air pockets, do not stand or kneel on sod while it is being installed or just after watering. STEP 4: WATERING Give your new lawn at least 1 inch of water within a half-hour of installation. Keep the sod moist, but not soggy, until it is firmly rooted (about 2 weeks). Then less frequent and deeper watering should begin. Irrigation should be done in the very early morning. Weather conditions will dictate the amount and frequency of watering. Be certain that your new lawn has enough moisture to survive hot, dry or windy periods. Water areas near buildings more often where reflected heat dries the turf. Healthy Lawn Tip During the first 2-3 weeks, avoid heavy or concentrated use of your new lawn. This gives the roots an opportunity to firmly knit with the soil and insures that the turf will remain smooth.