Harris County, TX
Sod Installation in Houston, TX
Fresh sod installation across Houston and Harris County — from small front yards to full property re-sods. We remove the old lawn, prep the soil, and lay sod that takes root.
Why property owners choose this service
- St. Augustine (Raleigh, Palmetto, Floratam)
- Bermuda (Tifway 419, Celebration)
- Zoysia (Empire, Palisades)
- Old lawn removal, kill, and haul-off
- Soil grading, amendment, and starter fertilizer
- Tight seam installation with rolled finish
- First-watering schedule and care guidance
- Pairs cleanly with new irrigation if needed
Picking the right grass for your Houston yard
St. Augustine (Raleigh and Palmetto) is the default for shaded Houston yards under live oaks — it's the most shade-tolerant warm-season grass and what most older Houston neighborhoods already have. Bermuda (Tifway 419, Celebration) is the call for full sun, high traffic, and modern Katy/Cypress lots with no tree cover. Zoysia (Empire, Palisades) is the premium pick — fine blade, soft underfoot, somewhat shade tolerant, but needs more attention. We help pick the right one before laying a single piece.
Why prep matters more than the sod itself
Sod is sod. The reason one install thrives and another dies in 6 weeks is what happened before the pallet showed up. We kill or strip the old lawn, haul off the debris, fix grade and drainage issues, top-dress with sandy loam where needed, broadcast a phosphorus-heavy starter fertilizer, then roll the prepared base before laying. That's why our installs root within 2–3 weeks.
Typical sod pricing in Houston
Full sod installation in Houston (removal, prep, sod, install) typically runs $1.50–$2.75 per square foot depending on grass type, lot access, and how much demo is needed. A typical 2,500 sq ft front yard runs $3,800–$6,500 fully installed. Sod-only delivery (you DIY the prep and install) runs $0.45–$0.85 per square foot for most varieties. Hard-to-access yards or pure Zoysia run higher.
What sod installation day looks like
Day 1: old lawn killed/stripped and hauled off, soil graded, starter fertilizer broadcast, base rolled. Day 2 (or same day on smaller jobs): pallets arrive fresh-cut, sod laid in tight staggered seams, edges trimmed clean against beds and walkways, the whole lawn rolled to set root contact, and watered in heavy. We hand off a written watering schedule for the first 21 days.
First-month watering — the part most people get wrong
Fresh sod needs to stay moist (not soggy) for the first 14–21 days while roots take hold. In Houston summer that often means 2 short cycles per day. We program your existing irrigation or recommend a runtime, and check in to confirm it's rooting properly before mowing. Most failed sod installs in Houston are watering failures, not sod failures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does sod installation cost in Houston?+
Most full installs (removal, prep, sod, install) run $1.50–$2.75 per square foot. A typical 2,500 sq ft front yard runs $3,800–$6,500. Sod-only delivery is $0.45–$0.85 per square foot.
What's the best sod for a Houston yard?+
St. Augustine (Raleigh or Palmetto) for shaded yards under oaks — the default in older Houston neighborhoods. Bermuda for full sun and high traffic. Zoysia for a premium fine-bladed look.
When is the best time to lay sod in Houston?+
Sod can be installed year-round in Houston, but the sweet spot is March through October when the grass is actively growing and roots establish quickly. Mid-summer installs work fine with diligent watering.
How long until I can walk on or mow new sod?+
Stay off the new sod for at least 2 weeks while roots establish. First mow is typically at 3–4 weeks once the sod is anchored — set the mower high and use a sharp blade.
How much should I water new sod?+
Keep it moist, not soaking, for the first 14–21 days. In Houston summer that usually means short cycles 2x daily. After roots take, taper to deep, less frequent watering. We hand off a written schedule.
Do you remove the old grass before installing new sod?+
Yes. We kill or strip the existing lawn, haul off the debris, and prep clean soil before laying new sod. Laying sod over old grass is a common shortcut that fails — we don't do it.
Can you install sod and irrigation at the same time?+
Yes — that's the ideal sequence. We install or upgrade irrigation first, then prep and lay sod. New systems can be programmed for sod establishment from day one.
Do you offer free estimates for sod installation?+
Yes — free, no-obligation sod estimates across Houston and Harris County.