How Much Does It Cost To Install A New Lawn?
The cost for new lawn installation can vary depending on the method used (seed or sod), how much property grading is required, if you want a sprinkler system, and the size of the property, and more.
Small Lawns
$3500 - $6000
This would be for a small front and backyard on a typical, flat, level Indiana sized city building lot. Irrigation, edging, and garden beds would add additional cost.
Medium Sized Lawns
$6000 - $12,000
This would be the cost for a property that was between approximately 1/4 to 1/2 acre in size. Irrigation, edging, and garden beds would be an additional expense.
Large Or Luxury Lawns
$12,000 - $25,000+
This would be for properties larger than 1/2 acre in size. It would include front and backyard, edging, irrigation, and surrounding garden beds.
These prices are only ball park figures to give you a rough idea as to what you should expect for the cost of your new lawn installation. Your particular lawn installation project may vary depending on the site, the specific materials chosen, and the overall scope of work. If you need a firm price please request a consultation so we can view your potential project, listen to your ideas, and determine the actual scope of work required to install your lawn. After our on-site consultation we'll be able to provide you with a firm estimate to get your new lawn installed the right way.
New Lawn Installations Can Include
There is more to new lawn installation than simply throwing out some grass seed or rolling out some sod. If you want beautiful, uniform, lush green grass, this must be done right!
Property Grading
Grading your lawn will include grading for drainage, and bringing in the necessary amount of loam soil (usually 3" to 6") and spreading it.
Irrigation
We can organize the installation of a lawn sprinkler system for your new lawn should you want to have your lawn irrigated.
Seed Or Sod Installation
Depending on which method you'd like us to do we will either spread out grass seed or roll out your sod for an instant lawn.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Lawn Installation
The ideal time to install sod can vary but generally, the best time is during the growing season when temperatures are moderate, and there's adequate rainfall. Spring and fall are often the preferred times. Laying sod in the middle of a summer heatwave is not recommended.
Proper watering is critical for sod to take root. Water the sod immediately after installation, ensuring the soil beneath is moist to a depth of 4-6 inches. For the first two weeks, water the sod daily or as needed to keep the soil consistently moist. Gradually reduce watering frequency after that, allowing the grass to develop deeper roots.
You can mow the new sod lawn once the grass has reached a height of 3-4 inches, typically within 2-3 weeks after installation.
Limit foot traffic on the new sod for the first two weeks to allow the roots to establish properly. After that, you can gradually increase foot traffic as the grass becomes more established and resilient.
Yes, sod can be installed on slopes; however, it requires extra care to prevent erosion and ensure proper establishment of the sod. We will lay the sod perpendicular to the slope and use sod staples or pins to secure the edges.
Laying sod over existing grass is not recommended, as it can lead to poor root establishment and very uneven surfaces. It's best to remove the old grass using a sod cutter and prepare the soil properly before installing the new sod.
Sod typically takes about 2-4 weeks to root, depending on the grass variety, climate, and soil conditions. Proper watering and limiting foot traffic during this period will help encourage root establishment.
How Our New Lawn Installation Process Works
We’ve installed dozens and dozens of new lawns for new homes and property development in Carmel, Indiana and we are happy to get your new lawn installed properly.
- We start with our initial consultation and taking accurate measurements of your property.
- We assess the existing soil conditions and take note of any grading or drainage issues.
- We can install any required drainage and handle final grading.
- We will bring in proper loam soil or topsoil and spread as needed to ensure a uniform and level surface.
- We can arrange to have irrigation and sprinklers installed at the same time if you like.
- We then spread out your grass seed or roll out sod.
- The end result is a beautiful, lush green lawn!
For most average sized lawns this entire process can be completed in just 1-3 days. For much larger residential lawns on estate properties or acreages or commercial properties the process can take longer but the end result is exactly the same. You’re going to end up with a beautiful, lush green lawn.
If you’d like to schedule a consultation with us to discuss your new lawn installation with seed or sod we’d be happy to meet with you. Please call 317-502-2113 or fill out our online form and we’ll get right back to you.
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