Sod Installation in Covington, LA
If your lawn is patchy, uneven, or just not living up to your expectations, sod installation is the fastest way to get a thick, healthy, green lawn. At One Gringeaux Lawn and Landscaping, we provide professional sod installation services in Covington, LA and surrounding areas, transforming bare or struggling yards into lush, vibrant landscapes—often in just one day.
Our team has the local knowledge, tools, and experience to install sod correctly the first time. Whether you’re replacing dead grass, building a new home, or just ready for a fresh start, we’ll help you choose the right sod type for your property and ensure it takes root for long-term success.
Why Choose Sod Over Seed?
While seeding a lawn can eventually produce a healthy yard, it’s a slow and uncertain process that requires significant time, patience, and often multiple applications before you see consistent, full growth. Factors like heavy rain, uneven watering, and aggressive weeds can easily disrupt the process, making it difficult to achieve a uniform appearance. In contrast, sod offers immediate, professional-looking results. With sod installation, you get an instantly green lawn with a smooth, even texture that dramatically boosts curb appeal the moment it’s laid.
One of the biggest advantages of sod is quick soil stabilization, making it the ideal solution for sloped areas or yards prone to erosion and runoff. Because sod is already mature, it suppresses weed growth far more effectively than seed, giving your lawn a cleaner start. It also allows for light foot traffic in as little as two to three weeks—far quicker than seed, which can take months to establish. And in a climate like Louisiana’s, where weather can be unpredictable and extreme, sod offers a much higher success rate and is far less vulnerable to temperature swings, rain, and pests during establishment.
For both homeowners and businesses who want a reliable, low-maintenance solution, sod is the fastest and most effective way to create a beautiful, usable lawn without the stress or long wait of traditional seeding.
Our Sod Installation Process
Site Evaluation & Quote
We begin with a free consultation where we assess your current lawn, soil conditions, and layout. We'll take measurements and provide an honest, upfront quote.
Soil Preparation
Proper soil prep is critical. We remove old grass and weeds, level the ground, and apply amendments (like topsoil or compost) as needed to give your sod the best foundation.
Sod Delivery & Installation
We use fresh-cut, locally sourced sod and install it with care, making sure each piece is properly staggered and rolled for good contact with the soil.
Watering & Aftercare
We’ll guide you through the first few weeks of care, including watering schedules and when to mow. We also offer follow-up visits to check on progress and adjust as needed.
Care Tips for a Healthy Sod Lawn
To ensure your new sod lawn takes root and thrives, proper aftercare is essential in the first few weeks. We recommend watering deeply twice a day—once in the early morning and again in the late afternoon—for the first 10 to 14 days. This helps keep the soil moist and encourages strong root development. During this critical period, it’s important to minimize foot traffic to avoid disturbing the rooting process or creating uneven patches.
Hold off on mowing until the sod has fully rooted, which typically takes about two to three weeks. When it’s time to mow, make sure your mower blades are sharp and avoid cutting more than one-third of the grass height to reduce stress. Once the roots are established, you can gradually reduce watering frequency and transition to a standard watering schedule based on the season and grass type.
If you’re unsure about how to care for your new lawn or want to make sure it stays in peak condition, we offer follow-up maintenance plans designed to protect your investment and keep your grass looking its best year-round.
Ready for a New Lawn? Get a Free Sod Quote Today
If you're ready for a beautiful lawn without the wait,
sod installation is the answer. Trust
One Gringeaux Lawn and Landscaping to handle every detail, from soil prep to the final roll of turf.
