When weed and disease infestation destroys a neglected lawn or turf, the best remedy is often to completely start over from scratch with lawn installation via sod. While this approach may seem a bit intimidating, our WeedPro® Lawn Care professionals will manage the entire process from start to finish, achieving a luscious green lawn in no time that will require minimal lawn maintenance.
First, our WeedPro® Lawn Care-certified professionals will evaluate your lawn and help you determine which option will best suit your site, budget, and goals. Based on technical information gathered from your site such as sun rotation, current soil health, drainage directional flow, and irrigation requirements, we will recommend a plan of action and submit it for your approval.
Once approved, our team will remove your existing lawn or weeds, prepare the soil for planting (which might include soil amending with biofertilizers), and rebuild your turf area with new, healthy sod — it’s that easy!
HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR LAWN NEEDS A RESCUE
Even with proper lawn care and maintenance, your lawn can still fall into a state of disrepair and in some cases, may require a complete rescue. Here are some signs that indicate your lawn needs a rescue:
- Bare Spots and Weeds - If you notice that your lawn has bare spots and is overrun by weeds, it may be time for a lawn rescue. These problems can occur due to a variety of reasons, including lack of proper watering or overuse of fertilizers. Installing sod or a new lawn is often the best solution to restore your lawn's appearance and health.
- Drainage Issues - Poor drainage can cause water to pool in your lawn, which can lead to brown patches and other lawn problems. If you notice standing water in your lawn or areas that remain wet for prolonged periods, it's time to consider a lawn rescue.
- Thin or Patchy Grass - Thin or patchy grass is another sign that your lawn may need a rescue. This can be caused by several factors, including pests, disease, or soil quality. In such cases, a complete lawn renovation that involves removing the existing grass and installing new sod may be the best solution.
- Compacted Soil - Soil compaction is a common problem that can lead to thin or patchy grass, and it's often caused by foot traffic, heavy equipment, or the buildup of thatch. Aeration is one solution that can help alleviate soil compaction and promote healthy grass growth.
OUR SITE PREPARATION
Soil preparation is the foundation for achieving the best results in your turf areas. Grade, soil profile, and soil compaction are the main factors considered when preparing the soil for sod installation. Proper soil preparation will enable your turf to develop a deeper root system, which in turn, facilitates greater drought tolerance and more efficient use of nutrients and water. With these initial preparations, new turf areas have the foundation to reach their full potential.
- Kill existing vegetation by spraying the area with a non-selective herbicide or organic weed control herbicide two weeks before planting.
- Grade area for desired slope and drainage.
- Till soil 4-6 inches and rake smooth to remove rocks, clumps, and debris.
- Mix in sand and/or topsoil to heavy clay soils to improve soil profile.
- Roll the area to reset the soil and reveal any low areas. Level out low-lying areas by raking in additional soil.
- Perform grass installation
IRRIGATION
When irrigating turf grass, it is important to consider such elements as turf type, soil profile, weather, and maintenance. Together, these elements supply and store water for plant nutrition. Discoloration and wilt are visual signs of drought stress and signal that water is needed. Proper irrigation should occur at these initial signs of stress. Reframe from short, shallow watering cycles. A proper irrigation cycle will add 1 inch of water, thereby replenishing 6-8 inches of soil with moisture. Generally, one or two irrigation cycles per week are sufficient for proper lawn care. The most efficient and effective time to irrigate is at either sunset or sunrise. Monitor turf closely and irrigate accordingly.
New lawn installation is so much easier and faster than starting your lawn from seed, so if you want to take advantage of your lawn as soon as possible, contact WeedPro Lawn Care.