Sod Installation

Transform your bare yard into a lush, green lawn in just one day with professional sod installation.

Get an Instant Lawn with Sod Installation

Want a beautiful green lawn right away? Sod installation is the fastest way to get the yard you have been dreaming about. Instead of waiting months for grass seed to grow, you can have a full, thick lawn installed in a single day. By the next week, you will have a lawn you can actually use and enjoy.

At PureLane Goodyear Landscaping, we specialize in professional sod installation that looks great and lasts for years. We handle everything from soil preparation to laying the sod and making sure it gets established properly. You just sit back and watch your yard transform.

Sod offers several advantages over seeding. First, it gives you immediate results. No waiting around for grass to germinate and fill in. Second, sod has fewer weed problems because it comes with mature, dense grass that crowds out weeds naturally. Third, sod is less likely to wash away during monsoon rains, which is a big issue in Goodyear.

Sod also prevents erosion right away. If you have bare spots on a slope or areas that drain poorly, sod holds the soil in place immediately. This protects your property and keeps dirt from washing into the street or your neighbor's yard. Plus, a new sod lawn starts cooling your yard faster than waiting for grass seed to grow.

Our Professional Sod Installation Process

Installing sod correctly takes more than just rolling out grass. The key is proper soil preparation. If the ground underneath is not ready, your new sod will struggle to root properly and you will end up with brown patches and dead spots.

Here is How We Do It:

•Site Assessment: We evaluate your yard's soil type, drainage, sun exposure, and existing conditions. This helps us choose the right sod variety for your specific location.
•Soil Preparation: We remove old grass, weeds, and debris. Then we till the soil to loosen compacted areas and add amendments if needed to improve drainage and fertility.
•Grading and Leveling: We grade your yard to ensure proper drainage away from your home and eliminate low spots where water can pool. A level surface helps the sod root evenly.
•Sod Installation: We lay fresh sod in a brick pattern to avoid long seams. Each piece is placed tightly against the next with no gaps or overlaps. We roll the sod to ensure good soil contact.
•Initial Watering: We water your new sod thoroughly right after installation. This helps the roots make contact with the soil and starts the establishment process.

We only use fresh, high-quality sod that arrives the same day we install it. Fresh sod roots faster and has a much better survival rate. We also choose grass varieties that thrive in Goodyear's hot, dry climate. Options include Bermuda grass for full sun areas and other varieties for partially shaded spots.

After installation, we give you detailed care instructions. The first two weeks are critical for sod establishment. You will need to water frequently during this period to keep the sod moist while roots grow into the soil. We can also coordinate with your irrigation system installation to make watering easier and more consistent.

Choosing the Right Sod for Your Yard

Not all sod is the same. Different grass types have different needs and perform better in different conditions. In Goodyear, we typically recommend warm-season grasses that can handle our intense summer heat and limited water availability.

Bermuda grass is the most popular choice for full sun areas. It is extremely heat tolerant, drought resistant once established, and handles foot traffic well. Bermuda stays green from spring through fall and goes dormant in winter. If you want year-round green, we can overseed with ryegrass in fall.

For shaded areas under trees or along the north side of buildings, we might recommend a different variety. We will help you choose based on your yard's specific conditions and how you plan to use your lawn.

Once your sod is established, maintenance is straightforward. Regular mowing, watering, and occasional fertilizing keep it looking great. Your new lawn will be ready for light use in about two weeks and full use in four to six weeks. We can also set you up with ongoing lawn maintenance services so you never have to worry about it.

Sod is also a great choice if you are doing a complete landscape renovation. We can coordinate sod installation with other services like planting trees and shrubs, installing pathways, or adding a new irrigation system. This saves you time and gives you a finished yard all at once.