Sod Installation & Lawn Renovation

Get the Lawn You Want in Days, Not Months

Some lawn problems cannot be fixed with fertilizer and regular mowing. When your grass has bare patches, persistent weeds, or thin turf that never looks healthy no matter what you do, it is time for a more comprehensive solution.

At Earth & Leaf Brookline Landscapes, we specialize in sod installation and complete lawn renovation for properties throughout Brookline, MA. Whether you need an instant new lawn with sod or want to renovate your existing grass, we have the equipment and expertise to give you the thick, green lawn you have been wanting.

When You Need Sod Installation

Sod is mature grass grown on special farms and delivered in rolled strips. Installing sod gives you an instant lawn. You go from bare dirt to lush green grass in a single day. It is an amazing transformation.

Here are situations where sod makes the most sense:

• New construction where topsoil has been added and you need immediate results
• Severe erosion problems that need quick ground cover
• Large bare patches that seeding has failed to fix
• Creating a new lawn area where none existed before
• Repairing damage from utility work or construction projects
• When you need a usable lawn quickly for an event or sale
• Replacing turf that is mostly weeds and beyond saving

Sod establishes faster than seed and is less likely to wash away on slopes. You can walk on it within weeks instead of waiting months. For many homeowners, the speed and reliability of sod justifies the higher cost compared to seeding.

Professional Sod Installation Process

Installing sod correctly requires more than just laying strips of grass on the ground. We start by removing old grass if needed and grading the area for proper drainage. The soil needs to be smooth and at the right elevation so your new lawn matches walkways and other landscape features.

Next, we amend the soil with compost and starter fertilizer to give the new sod the best possible start. We order fresh sod and install it the same day it is delivered. Sod needs to go down quickly before it dries out or heats up in the roll.

During installation, we stagger the seams like brickwork and make tight joints so you cannot see where pieces meet. We roll the sod to ensure good contact with soil. Then we water thoroughly and explain the watering schedule you need to follow for the first few weeks. Most clients combine new sod with ongoing lawn maintenance to keep their grass looking perfect.

Lawn Renovation for Tired Turf

Sometimes your lawn does not need complete replacement. If you still have decent grass but it is thin, patchy, or full of weeds, renovation might be the right answer. Renovation costs less than sod and still dramatically improves your lawn.

Our lawn renovation process starts with killing existing weeds and undesirable grasses. We then core aerate to relieve soil compaction and overseed with premium grass varieties suited to Brookline's climate. We often topdress with compost to improve soil quality and help seeds germinate.

Renovation takes longer to show full results compared to sod, but within 4 to 6 weeks you will see significant improvement. After one growing season, a renovated lawn can look just as good as new sod at a fraction of the cost. We might also recommend adding an irrigation system to ensure consistent watering during establishment.

Choosing Between Sod and Renovation

Not sure which option is right for your property? We evaluate your current lawn condition and discuss your goals and budget. If you have at least 40 to 50 percent decent grass and want to save money, renovation makes sense. If your lawn is mostly weeds or bare dirt, or you need immediate results, sod is the better choice.

We provide honest recommendations based on what will actually work for your situation. Sometimes we suggest a combination approach, using sod in high-visibility areas and renovation for larger sections to balance results with budget. Many homeowners also invest in landscape design improvements to complement their new or renovated lawn.

Sod and Renovation Questions