How Do You Lay Sod Over A Bare Lawn Spot?
A beautiful lawn can be very rewarding for any proud homeowner. Depending on the climate in which you live, maintaining a nice lawn can be a real challenge. Sometimes the best method is to lay down new sod either in a bare area or on the entire lawn. Prepare the ground. This is an important step that many people rush right over. They mistakenly believe they can just throw their new sod on top of the dirt and weeds. But weeds are much more resilient than sod, and you should use a weed killer product on your lawn a few days before you actually lay the sod. Once the weeds are dead, you can use a rake to remove any debris that was left from the weeds and to break up the surface of the dirt so that the sod will take root more easily. Purchase the sod once the ground is ready. For large areas, consider having your sod delivered on the day you want to lay it. For smaller jobs, you can visit your local hardware store and purchase your sod. Buy a little more than you actually need, just in case
