Plans and Prep
Sod Removal and Site Prep
Good turf starts under the turf. We strip the old sod or weeds, grade the ground for drainage, remove roots and rocks and prepare the sub-grade so the base and turf sit on something solid.
- WorkStrip, grade, compact
- Haul-awaySod and debris
- GradeSloped for drainage
- Pairs withBase installation
What you get
What is included
- 1Clean stripOld sod, roots and weeds are removed.
- 2Graded for waterThe ground is shaped to move water away from the house.
- 3Compacted sub-gradeThe soil under the base is firm and even.
- 4Debris hauledWe take the sod and debris away.
How it works
From the first walk to the final brush
- 1Mark the areaWe stake out the edges.
- 2Strip the lawnWe remove sod and weeds.
- 3Grade and compactWe shape the ground and compact it.
- 4Check levelsWe check slope and levels before the base goes in.
Good fit when
Is this the right service for you?
- You have an old or dead lawn
- Weeds and roots are everywhere
- The ground is uneven
- You want a solid start for turf
Questions
Common questions
How deep do you dig?
Typically a few inches below the finished level, depending on the base depth for your use.
What about roots?
We remove roots near the surface and cut around the roots of trees we want to protect.
Do you remove weeds?
Yes. We strip the area and treat for roots and runners as part of site prep.
Goes well with
Services that pair with this one
Drainage and Base CorrectionFix standing water, soft spots and low areas under existing turf.See the service 
New Construction TurfA finished green yard on day one, with no waiting for sod to fill in and no mud tracked into the house.See the service 
Site Visit and MeasuringA careful look at your yard, your goals and your drainage before anything is quoted.See the service Where we work
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