When thinking about replacing an old, worn-out lawn with new turf, many people realize that it could be a big job to get rid of the previous grass. It’s natural to wonder if you can just lay the new sod down on top of that grass instead of going to the effort of exposing plain, bare soil. Research reveals that it’s surely worth it to remove the old grass. Can I lay turf directly on top of my old, worn-out lawn?
For new turf roots to stay hydrated and grow, they need to be in direct contact with the soil. A layer of old, drying grass prevents this contact and allows air to reach the new roots. This dries out the sod and kills it. Some experts also note that the dying old grass can produce a film of acid or slime, which causes further harm to the new sod.
Even though the old grass may die under the weight and darkness of the new turf, existing weeds aren’t as easy to kill. They’re likely to grow up through the sod, making your new lawn weedy right from the start.
Most sod and turf companies are happy to provide soil preparation for your lawn renovation project. They’ll take off the old grass, add any needed soil amendments, and smooth out the ground. This ensures that the soil bed is perfect for getting new turf to grow quickly and strongly. It also makes it so that you end up with a nice, level lawn.
If you’re in around Littleton or Platteville, CO, contact us here at Green Valley Turf Company. We’ll make sure that your new turf is installed properly!
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Bulk delivery Charges per load |
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Material | Maximum Cubic Yards Per Load | Zone 1 (yellow) per load | Zone 2 (green) per load | Zone 3 (red) per load | |
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Compost | 10 cubic yards | $ 150.00 | $ 180.00 | $ 220.00 | |
Mulch | 7 cubic yards | $ 150.00 | $ 180.00 | $ 220.00 | |
Planters Mix | 7 cubic yards | $ 150.00 | $ 180.00 | $ 220.00 | |
Screened Top Soil | 7 cubic yards | $ 150.00 | $ 180.00 | $ 220.00 |
Delivery charges are calculated based on per load and delivery zone, and are added at checkout.
Littleton, Englewood, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Sedalia areas
Morrison, Lakewood, Glendale, Parker, Castle Rock areas
Golden, Denver, Aurora, and Franktown areas
If your town or city is not listed, please contact us for a quote. Order fertilizer, seed, edging, landscape fabric and other items with a soil delivery for no additional delivery charge.
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Square Footage | $ per sq.ft. | Denver Metro Zone | Zone 2 | Zone 3 |
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1 – 209 sq. ft. | $ 0.00 per sq. ft. | $ 160.00 | +$ 210.00 | +$ 260.00 |
210 – 419 sq. ft. | $ 0.00 per sq. ft. | $ 170.00 | +$ 220.00 | +$ 270.00 |
420 – 839 sq. ft. | $ 0.00 per sq. ft. | $ 180.00 | +$ 230.00 | +$ 280.00 |
840 – 1,679 sq. ft. | $ 0.00 per sq. ft. | $ 190.00 | +$ 240.00 | +$ 290.00 |
1,680 – 2,519 sq. ft. | $ 0.00 per sq. ft. | $ 210.00 | +$ 260.00 | +$ 310.00 |
2,520 – 4,199 sq. ft. | $ 0.11 per sq. ft. | $ 0.11 per sq. ft | +$ 50.00 | +$ 100.00 |
4,200 sq. ft. & up | $ 0.11 per sq. ft. | $ 0.11 per sq. ft | +$ 50.00 | +$ 100.00 |
Delivery charges are calculated on a per square foot rate, plus a flat rate based on delivery zone and the number of square feet ordered.
Arvada, Aurora, Berthoud, Brighton, Broomfield, Castle Pines North, Castle Rock, Centennial, Cherry Hills Village, Commerce City, Dacono, Denver, Edgewater, Englewood, Erie, Evans, Federal Heights, Firestone, Fort Lupton, Foxfield, Frederick, Gilcrest, Glendale, Golden, Greeley, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Hudson, Johnstown, Lafayette, Lakewood, LaSalle, Littleton, Lochbuie, Lone Tree, Longmont, Louisville, Mead, Milliken, Morrison, Northglenn, Parker, Platteville, Sedalia, Sheridan, Superior, Thornton, Westminster, Wheat Ridge
Eaton, Franktown, Hygiene, Larkspur, Loveland, Lucerne, Niwot, Severance, Windsor, Perry Park
Ault, Bennett, Boulder, Conifer, Elizabeth, Evergreen, Fort Collins, Indian Hills, Kittredge, Lyons
If your town or city is not listed, please contact us for a quote. Order fertilizer, seed, fabric & edging products, and other landscape items with a sod delivery for no additional delivery charge.