Prepare Your Soil

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Depending on your budget, some of these steps may be altered.

1
Get rid of old sod and clear any debris (rocks, stumps, weeds, etc.)
2
Grade the lawn by sloping it slightly away from the primary foundation to prevent drainage issues.
3
Til the top few inches of soil to improve aeration and reduce compaction. You can choose to add nutrient-filled compost to be mixed with the soil to enhance sod growth.
4
Install a sprinkler system to efficiently water your grass.
5
Re-grade your lawn before installation to ensure there are no potholes or divets that will allow water to stand.
6
Test your soil pH and add a fertilizer depending on the nutrients that you need.