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Sod Installation

Professional Sod Installation Nationwide

When seeding is not fast enough, sod delivers an instant lawn. Our crews handle the entire job: removing old turf, grading and amending the soil, laying premium fresh-cut sod varieties suited to your climate, rolling for seam contact, and providing a 30-day watering and care plan so your new lawn roots successfully.

Starting at $1.25/sq ft1 to 2 days
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Transparent pricing from licensed, insured pros. From $1.25/sq ft.

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  • 4.9 / 5 rating
  • Licensed & insured
Every pro, vetted

The safety standards national chains skip

  • Licensed

    Active business license in every state we serve.

  • Insured

    $2M general liability coverage on every job.

  • Background-checked

    Every pro passes a nationwide background screen.

  • EPA-trained

    Applicators certified for safe, pet-friendly products.

  • Licensed & insured

    Every visit backed by $2M liability coverage and a state license.

  • Satisfaction guaranteed

    Tell us within 72 hours if anything is off. We come back free or refund.

  • Same-week availability

    Most cities dispatch a pro within 24 to 72 hours of your call.

  • No contracts

    Pause, change, or cancel any time. You are never locked in.

What is and is not included

Exactly what you get with sod installation

No surprises on the invoice. Here is a plain-English breakdown of every visit so you know what to expect before you call.

Included in every visit

  • Removal and disposal of old sod or debris
  • Full soil prep, grading, and amending
  • Premium fresh-cut sod matched to your climate
  • Brick-pattern installation and seam rolling
  • Starter fertilizer applied on day of install
  • Printed 30-day watering and care plan with establishment guarantee

Not included (ask about add-ons)

  • Irrigation or sprinkler install (referred to licensed partner if needed)
  • Tree and stump removal
  • Hardscape, patio, or retaining wall work
  • HOA permits or architectural review filings
  • Ongoing mowing after establishment (covered by Lawn Care)
Problem signs

How to tell if your lawn needs sod installation

If you see two or more of these on your lawn, it is time to schedule sod installation.

  • Bare ground dominates the yard with less than 30 percent live grass
  • Seeding attempts have failed two or more times
  • Listing or selling the home and need instant curb appeal
  • Erosion or dust is moving topsoil during rain
  • Construction or renovation left a compacted dirt pad
Root causes

What causes bare dirt lots after construction

Short answer: new construction with stripped topsoil and compaction. The full list below is what our sod installation program is built to fix.

  1. 1New construction with stripped topsoil and compaction
  2. 2Severe drought or fungal disease killing established turf
  3. 3Shade, traffic, or grade too challenging for seed establishment
  4. 4Weed pressure that overwhelms young seedlings
How it works

Your sod installation in three simple steps

  1. 1

    Site visit & design

    We measure your lot, recommend the right grass type for your light and usage, and quote a turn-key installed price per square foot.

  2. 2

    Soil prep & delivery

    Old sod and debris are removed; soil is tilled, graded, and amended. Fresh-cut sod is delivered the morning of install for maximum freshness.

  3. 3

    Install & aftercare

    Sod is laid in brick-pattern seams, rolled for contact, and watered in. You'll receive a printed 30-day care plan to ensure successful rooting.

When to book

When to schedule each lawn service

Timing drives results. Cool-season and warm-season lawns need different windows. Use this reference, then let a local pro confirm for your ZIP code.

ServiceCool-season windowWarm-season window
Lawn care (mowing)April–October, weekly to bi-weeklyMarch–November, weekly
Lawn aerationLate August – early OctoberLate May – early July
Grub control (preventative)Mid June – mid JulyMid June – mid July
Fertilization kickoffLate March – mid AprilMid April – late May
Weed control (pre-emergent)Mid March – mid AprilLate February – late March
Sod installationApril–June, late August – OctoberMarch–May, September–early November
Transparent pricing

What does sod installation cost?

Most sod installation quotes in the United States fall into these three bands. Your final price is based on lot size, access, and the add-ons you choose.

Small patch

$1.00/sq ft to $1.75/sq ft

Under 500 sq ft, basic prep, single variety.

Average yard

$1.25/sq ft to $2.25/sq ft

500 to 4,000 sq ft with full prep and grading.

Full-lawn or premium variety

$2.00/sq ft to $3.50/sq ft

Larger lots, zoysia or St. Augustine, or sites requiring heavy regrade.

What drives the price

  • Square footage. Priced per square foot installed, soil prep included.
  • Grass variety. St. Augustine and zoysia cost more than Bermuda or fescue per pallet.
  • Soil prep complexity. Removing old turf, debris, and grading elevates labor.
  • Access. Narrow gates and steep grades slow delivery and install.
  • Add-ons. Irrigation install, topsoil amendments, and starter fertilizer.
Fit check

Is sod installation right for your lawn?

A quick honest read on where this service delivers the biggest return, and where you might want something else first.

Best for

  • New-build homes needing an instant yard
  • Sellers and landlords needing curb appeal before showings
  • Slopes and erosion-prone areas
  • Homes where seeding has failed to establish

Not the right fit if

  • Heavily shaded sites with less than 4 hours of direct sun (consider ground cover instead)
  • Active pet-run zones without a planned turf barrier
  • Customers on a budget who can wait a season for overseeding to fill in
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Real result

Recent sod installation from our network

“Went from dirt to a real yard in one afternoon. Kids were playing on it by day three.”

Tyler S. · Phoenix, AZ

Verified reviews

Real sod installation reviews from across the country

4.9 stars across 2,473 verified LawnFixed customers.

  • Tyler S.

    Phoenix, AZ · Apr 2025

    “Went from dirt to a real yard in one afternoon. Kids were playing on it by day three.”

  • Elena V.

    San Diego, CA · May 2025

    “Crew took the time to grade properly. Six months later the lawn still looks brand new.”

  • Miguel H.

    Houston, TX · Mar 2025

    “Matched us to St. Augustine for our shade and it thrived. Great recommendation.”

  • Anita F.

    Miami, FL · Feb 2025

    “Old grass was gone and new sod was down before we got home from work. Night and day difference.”

Why it matters

Not all lawn services are built the same

A quick comparison of what most homeowners get when they go DIY, hire a handyman, or book with us.

FeatureDIYLocal handymanLawnFixed
Licensed applicator on every visit
General liability insurance
Background-checked technicians
Commercial-grade, EPA-registered products
Written satisfaction guarantee
Same-week dispatch
Photo-verified service receipt
No-contract, cancel anytime
Seasonal timing matters

Spring planting window is short

Sod roots fastest in moderate temperatures. Once peak summer heat hits, success rates drop and prices climb.

Next install slots are filling within two weeks

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The LawnFixed Promise

Not 100% happy? We make it right.

If anything falls short of your expectations, tell us within 3 days and we will send your pro back to fix it for free, or refund your money. Ninety-nine percent of our services delight customers. For the other one percent, we make it right.

3-day satisfaction guarantee
  • Licensed, insured, background-checked pros
  • Transparent upfront pricing with no surprise fees
  • Photo receipts and live job tracking
  • 3-day satisfaction guarantee on every job
Read before you book

Sod Installation guides from our lawn care editors

Plain-English guides that pair with this service, written by licensed landscapers.

Best grass types by climate

Pick the right sod variety for your region.

Read the guide

Watering new sod

The 30-day watering plan that ensures successful rooting.

Read the guide

When to start mowing new sod

Ideal heights by grass type for your new lawn.

Read the guide
Pair with

Services that work well with sod installation

Bundling the right services is how most lawns go from maintained to thriving.

Weekly lawn care

Once sod is established, weekly mowing keeps the new lawn healthy.

Learn more →

Starter fertilization

Starter fertilizer in the first 30 days is the single biggest driver of rooting success.

Learn more →
Know the terms

Sod Installation glossary

Plain-English definitions for the jargon you will hear from any lawn pro. Bookmark this for your next quote.

Fresh-cut sod
Turfgrass harvested from a sod farm within 24 to 48 hours of delivery. Speed of install matters for rooting success.
Brick-pattern install
Laying sod so seams stagger like bricks, which prevents aligned cracks and helps knit.
Rolling
Passing a weighted lawn roller across the fresh install to press sod firmly into the soil for contact.
Establishment period
The first 30 days after install when watering is critical and foot traffic should be minimal.
Sod cutter
A powered tool that strips existing turf cleanly so new sod meets prepared soil instead of old grass.
Starter fertilizer
A high-phosphorus blend applied at install to fuel root development in the first two weeks.
Mycorrhizal inoculant
A beneficial root fungus applied under sod to boost water and nutrient uptake during establishment.
FAQ

Common questions about sod installation

Installed sod typically runs $1.00 to $2.50 per square foot, including soil prep, delivery, and installation. Exact pricing depends on grass variety, site access, and grading needs.

People also ask

More sod installation questions

The deeper questions homeowners ask after the basics. Answers come straight from our licensed field crews.

Sod gives an instant lawn and establishes in weeks. Seed is cheaper but takes months, is weed-prone, and often fails without perfect conditions. Sod wins for speed, erosion control, and high-traffic yards.

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