Sod Installation & Lawn Renovation

Expert Sod Installation in San Leandro

Sometimes your lawn is beyond repair. When you have more weeds than grass, severe bare patches, or drainage problems, renovation or replacement is the best option. Sod installation gives you an instant, lush lawn instead of waiting months for seed to grow. Within a few weeks, you can walk on your new lawn and enjoy outdoor activities again.

At OnTheDot San Leandro Landscaping, we handle every step of lawn renovation from removing your old turf to installing premium sod that is guaranteed to thrive. We prepare your soil properly, grade for drainage, and lay fresh sod that establishes quickly in our climate. Whether you need a complete lawn replacement or want to install new sod in a bare area, we deliver professional results that transform your property.

Our Lawn Installation Services

Creating a beautiful new lawn takes more than just rolling out sod. Here is what we do to ensure your lawn looks great and lasts:

• •Complete lawn removal including old grass, weeds, and roots
• •Soil testing and amendment to create ideal growing conditions
• •Grading and drainage correction to prevent pooling and runoff
• •Premium sod selection suited to your sun exposure and use
• •Professional installation with tight seams and proper soil contact
• •Irrigation system repair or installation to support new turf
• •Detailed care instructions to help your new lawn establish quickly

Why Choose Sod Over Seed

While seed is less expensive upfront, sod offers major advantages that make it worth the investment. You get instant results instead of waiting 2 to 3 months for seed to fill in. Sod is much less vulnerable to birds, washout from watering, and weed invasion during establishment. You can use your new lawn in 2 to 3 weeks instead of waiting all season.

Sod also succeeds in situations where seed often fails, like shady areas, slopes, and spots with heavy clay soil. The mature root system gives it a better chance of surviving challenging conditions. When you factor in the time, water, and effort needed to establish a seeded lawn (plus the risk of failure), sod becomes the smart choice for most San Leandro homeowners. We source high-quality sod from local growers that is already adapted to Bay Area conditions. Fresh sod delivered and installed the same day has the best survival rate.

Getting Your New Lawn Established

The first few weeks after sod installation are critical. Your new lawn needs consistent moisture to develop roots into the soil below. We provide complete care instructions and can set up your irrigation system to water on the right schedule. Typically, new sod needs light watering several times per day for the first week, then less frequent but deeper watering as roots establish.

After about 2 to 3 weeks, roots should be anchored enough for light foot traffic. By 4 to 6 weeks, your lawn is fully established and ready for normal use and mowing. Many homeowners choose to enroll in our lawn maintenance program after installation to keep their new turf looking its best. We also offer fertilization and weed control services to protect your investment and ensure your new lawn stays thick, green, and healthy for years to come.