Our Professional Sod Installation Process: Transforming Your Calgary Yard
Choosing our professional installation ensures your new lawn is set up for success from day one. At Calgary Lawn & Garden, we follow a meticulous, multi-step process optimized for Calgary's climate and soil conditions, guaranteeing a healthy, beautiful, and long-lasting lawn.
Premium Topsoil Delivery and Installation
We bring in and spread premium, nutrient-rich loam topsoil, typically installing 4 to 6 inches across the prepared area. The topsoil is meticulously raked and rolled to create a perfectly smooth and level surface, eliminating humps and dips that can cause future lawn problems.
Site Assessment and Preparation
Choosing our professional installation ensures your new lawn is set up for success from day one. At Calgary Lawn & Garden, we follow a meticulous, multi-step process optimized for Calgary's climate and soil conditions, guaranteeing a healthy, beautiful, and long-lasting lawn.
Sod Delivery and Acclimation
We coordinate the delivery of freshly cut, high-quality, cold-hardy Kentucky Bluegrass sod - ideal for the Calgary region - to arrive the morning of installation. Sod is a perishable product. We prioritize laying it immediately upon arrival to minimize stress and prevent drying out.
Sod Laying and Rolling
Our professional crews lay the sod strips tightly, staggered like brickwork, ensuring no gaps or overlaps. We use specific techniques to cut edges cleanly around walkways and garden beds. After laying, we use a specialized roller to press the sod firmly onto the prepared soil. This eliminates air pockets and establishes immediate contact between the sod roots and the new topsoil, which is vital for quick rooting.
Initial Deep Watering
The first watering is crucial for the new turf. We immediately conduct the first, deep watering session, thoroughly soaking the new sod and the topsoil beneath it. This settles the soil and begins the essential hydration process.
