Landscapers at The Home Depot
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About Sod Installation
At The Home Depot, we make it easy for you to find a background-checked and insured landscaper with the expertise for your sod installation project.
Submit your request, along with a few details about your project, and we’ll match your request with up to 3 Local Pro Landscapers for a quote.
Remember to include your postal code for a match with available sod installers in your area.
✔ Product Selection
A Local Pro Landscaper can evaluate your needs and offer recommendations on the amount of sod required for the project.
✔ Improve Curb Appeal
A healthy lawn adds curb appeal and value to your property. Professional sod installation can restore a lawn or backyard damaged by weather, raccoons, and general neglect. Local Pros are experts in weed and pest control to help you further maintain the appeal of your lawn.
✔ Time Savings
Save time by using professional Local Pros, minimizing the disruption to your home.
Choosing The Right Sod
Whether you’re installing sod in a new space or seeking to restore a damaged lawn, choosing the right sod can significantly improve the health and attractiveness of your outdoor spaces.
Local Pro Landscapers are qualified to assess your lawn care needs and make sod recommendations based on the following key factors:
Climate
Humidity, seasonal rainfall, sunlight exposure, and even local wildlife all play a role in the health of your lawn. Sod or grass responds different to each of these influences depending on the type of sod installed. Some types of sod, for example, need more humidity than others to thrive. Local Pros are experienced with local climate and its impact on sod to help you choose the best type of sod for your project.
Sun Tolerance
Sunlight exposure varies across Canada and even from one city to the next. Higher sun exposure can be damaging to sod that thrives in cooler temperatures. Conversely, limited sunlight can leave your lawn lacking in nutrients or overgrown with weeds. Some types of sod are more sun-tolerant than others. A Local Pro can assess your lawn’s level of sun exposure to match your yard with the right type of sod.
Maintenance
Fertilizing, mowing, and watering your lawn are necessary to maintain a healthy yard, but how much lawn care are you prepared to do? Maintenance time and costs for your new sod installation will vary depending on the type of sod. Speak with your Local Pro to find a solution that suits your preference.
Cost
Sod plugs and rolls are typically available by the case or pallet. While pricing is fairly consistent among brands, the amount of sod required for your installation will impact the cost of your project. Connect with Local Pros who can determine the amount and cost of sod needed for your project.
How It Works
Need some professional advice? Consult a Local Pro.
1 Complete Your Request Form
- Enter your contact information and tell us more details about the job you’d like done.
2 View Pros in Your Area
- After submitting a request, you will be contacted by up to three Local Pros based on your job request. Compare their credentials, ask questions, discuss availability, and obtain a quote.
3 Select Pro & Schedule Installation
- Once you’ve decided on the Pro you want - hire the Local Pro that fulfills your criteria.
4 Get Your Job Completed
- After the job is complete, leave a review to share your experience of how it went, and help fortify our network of great Local Pros.
Why Choose Our Local Pros?
Background Checked & Insured
Every Local Pro is independently background checked, licensed, and carries minimum $1M liability insurance.
Rated by Real Homeowners
All reviews are authentic from customers who’ve completed projects through our Local Pro program.
Experienced & Skilled
Hiring from our network ensures you get your job done by the Local Pro who best suits your needs.
Cost Factors for Sod Installation
✔ Ground Preparation
Preparing a lawn for sodding requires several steps including testing pH levels, grading, and fertilizing. Clearing the site of debris, removing sources of contamination are also key to ensuring a successful sod installation. The extent of preparation required for sod installation will vary with each project.
✔ Time of Year
Sod can be installed any time of the year, but the ideal season for sodding occurs during late summer into the fall. Fresh cut sod is more readily available and less costly, while the cooler weather and additional sunlight create ideal conditions for keeping the soil at the roots wet, resulting in healthy, well-watered grass.
✔ Type of Sod
Bluegrass, Bermuda grass, Fescue, and Zoysia are just a few of the more common options available for sod installation. Distinguished by different hues and density, each type of sod also has its own maintenance requirements. Some are more resistant to pests and sunlight than others. Certain types of sod do better with minimal watering. High demand for certain types of sod can also impact the cost of sod installation in your area.
✔ Size
Generally, Local Pro landscapers will quote your sod installation based on the size of your lawn, or per square foot. Sod is cut and installed the same-day for the best results so it’s important that your lawn is accurately measured to ensure a complete job.
Things to Ask Your Sod Installer
When hiring a Local Pro Sod Installer, it’s important to communicate your expectations, as well as to be clear on what is or isn’t included with their service.
Make sure that everyone is on the same page by asking about the following:
✔ How should I prepare for the Local Pro’s arrival?
- Find out what you need to do before your Local Pro Landscaper arrives
- Ask your Pro whether they’ll clear debris from the site or if you should do that yourself
✔ What prep work goes into the sod installation job?
- Many Local Pros will begin your project with important prep work to ensure as thorough a job as possible
- Ask your Sod Installer what preparations may be required prior to their arrival
✔ Do you provide a contract and guarantee your work?
- Ask whether you’ll need to provide upfront payment or deposit and whether they guarantee their work
- Ask for an itemized record of the work that the Local Pro has been hired to complete and sign this before work begins
✔ Will you purchase materials or help me choose the sod?
- Some Local Pros may also act as a design consultant and help you choose the right sod for your project
- You can also ask your Local Pro if they will purchase the sod for you at an extra cost, or if that is included in the cost of the job
Frequently Asked Questions
Installation Questions
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- Sod installation and the scope of work included varies with each Local Pro.
- Be sure to ask your Local Pro for credentials, reviews, and a quote outlining the scope of work and all costs associated with your sod installation project
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- Sod installation is typically completed in a single day to ensure the sod is as fresh as possible
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- Usually, no. However, if your sod installation requires extensive work, then a contract may be initiated
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- DIY sod installation can save you the cost of labour but will require a commitment of your time, particularly if you are unfamiliar with landscaping tools, brands, and products
- Sod installation is labour intensive and time-consuming work. Prep work such as pH soil testing may also be required to determine the best type of sod for your project
- Landscapers have expertise in lawn care to help determine the right type of sod based on a professional assessment of your lawn
- Hiring a Local Pro landscaper can save you time and hassle while delivering quality results that would take you longer to achieve on your own
Sod Questions
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- Provided you have an adequate water supply and the ground is not frozen, you can install sod anytime of the year. However, the ideal season for installing sod that quickly takes root occurs in Spring and early Autumn
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- Yes! New sod can be installed even during the winter months, ahead of the spring season. The new grass will grow slowly and require less watering.
- Drought-resistant zoysia sod is a great option for installing in winter
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- Yes. With a little patience and consistency, yellowing sod can be repaired.
- A Local Pro can save you time and money with a professional assessment of your lawn care needs
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- Patience and consistency are the key to restoring dry grass. Stress, weeds, pests, and disease are all potential causes and each requires its own solution.
- A Local Pro has the expertise to determine the root cause of your dry sod problem and can provide a lasting solution for a healthier lawn
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- Depending on conditions, new sod installations will take between 2 – 6 weeks to take root.
- Adequate watering, sunlight, and air quality can reduce the time to 10 -14 days for your new sod to take root.
- Ask your Local Pro Sod Installer for directions on maintenance and care requirements for your new sod.
