An excellent lawn care service in Ogden Utah understands the proper way to lay sod. Green Castle Lawn Care and Pest Control starts by gauging your lawn with a measuring wheel. After that some math equations come into play to guarantee we get the correct amount of sod. The best time to put in sod is in the spring or autumn when its not too warm. After that well talk to you to make sure the sod obtains enough water to dig in.
We generally lay sod in strip rolls however first we prep the soil by eliminating all weeds and other plants. After that we can apply some garden compost and allow it sit for a while if we have the time before rolling out the sod. Afterwards we till and rake and check the soil for appropriate pH. This way we guarantee you have the appropriate topsoil.
We always lay sod in neat rows and water it as soon as were finished. Nevertheless we first level out sod that has actually bunched up as we go and eliminate pockets of air so it takes root. Of course we utilize utility knives to cut the sod as required ensure everything is flush and fill in all spaces using remaining scraps. If you have a lawn sprinkler we cut holes for the heads. Sometimes we need to cut smaller rows for around flower beds sidewalks and driveways.
Once all the sod is laid we utilize a roller machine to press the sod into the topsoil which locks in moisture and helps sod grow roots. Well roll one way then another way vertical making use of a grid pattern. We attempt to avoid laying sod after heavy rainfall because the roller can do damages.
Then we ask you to water the sod immediately and at routine periods. You can test to guarantee its obtaining water by lifting a corner to guarantee its wet yet not dry or muddy. Attempt to water first thing in the early morning daily for a week and attempt not to walk on it as that can damage the sod. After the first week its OK to water every other day. You can trim when the grass is three inches high. Have your lawnmower blade sharpened initially and cut on the highest possible setting. Note that we provide grass mowing services.
Green Castle Lawn Care and Pest Control can after that establish a strategy to keep your lawn weed and pest-free and apply the appropriate nutrients as required.