4 Common Questions We Get Regarding Caring For Newly Installed Sod
Whether you’re considering installing a new sod lawn or have recently installed sod, you’ll want to make those first few days and weeks of ownership as productive as possible. Doing so will allow you to protect your investment and ensure your new sod remains beautiful and healthy. That’s exactly why it’s critical you’re aware of what it takes to take care of your newly installed sod lawn.
We’ve compiled a list of the four most common questions customers ask about caring for newly installed sod. They are: How soon should I water it after installation, how long will it take before my lawn can tolerate regular use, how long should I wait to mow my lawn after installing it, and how will I know if my lawn is firmly established?
1. When Should I Water It After Installation?
The first thing you should know about installation day is that if you don’t water your lawn immediately after installation, your sod will dry out and begin to weaken. So, the best way to avoid these issues is to water it the moment your technicians install it. Your goal should be to ensure the roots of your newly installed sod remain moist. After your first watering session, you’ll want to water your lawn several more times that same day.
After your first watering session, you’ll want to water your lawn several more times on installation day to ensure the best results.
2. How Long Will It Take Before I Can Use My Lawn Like Normal?
If there’s one thing that may be stopping you from installing an irrigation system on your property, it may be the price. Truthfully, even though an irrigation system does cost money upfront, it will end up saving you money in the long run and will be well worth the investment because of its many benefits.
- Eliminates inefficient watering: Manual irrigation often results in water waste. This isn’t only harmful to the environment, but it’s concerning for your water bill as well! Irrigation systems, on the other hand, provide your property with the exact amount of water that it needs to thrive. Stop wasting water and start saving money!
- Facilitates healthy, resilient vegetation. Water makes everything your lawn and landscape flourish. Irrigation systems encourage healthier vegetation that is more resistant to disease, insects, and other natural stressors. Investing in an irrigation system now can defray future treatment and replacement costs.
- Hydrates only when needed: Many irrigation systems have rain sensors that can detect natural precipitation. Thanks to this technology, they only hydrate your lawn and landscaping when water is needed. That means irrigation systems won’t re-water your property after it rains.
Irrigation systems can be customized to meet the needs of your specific vegetation.
3. How Long Should I Wait To Mow My Lawn After Installation?
At Little John’s Lawns, we specialize in irrigation and can install a high-quality drip or sprinkler system on your property so that your vegetation always receives the water it needs to look and grow its best. Our irrigation services are available in Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa, and nearby areas in Arizona. Call us today at to schedule a consultation.
4. How do I know whether my sod is completely established or not?
Foot traffic can be detrimental to newly installed sod. That’s why you want to confirm that your lawn has rooted deep enough to withstand normal use before you begin treating it like any other lawn. You can confirm whether your sod is established by pulling the grass in several spots of your lawn. If it’s hard to pull up, the sod is well-established. If the turf comes up easily, then it needs more time.
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We hope we’ve answered your questions regarding how best to care for newly installed sod. However, if you have more questions, we’d be happy to answer them. We’ve been helping property owners with lawn care and sod installation since 2012 and look forward to being there for you too!
In addition to being twice named the Best Landscaping Company in the Valley, we firmly believe in doing right by our clients. It’s part of what makes Little John’s Lawns who we are today. So, if you’re a property owner in Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa, or anywhere nearby in Arizona and are in need of sod installation or repair, we’d love the opportunity to help. Call us today at for an estimate.