New home lawn mowing
Moved into a new build in Frisco, Prosper or nearby? Here's when new sod is ready to mow and how to get on a plan.
Wait for the sod to root
New sod has to root into the soil before it gets mowed. That often takes a couple of weeks or so, depending on the weather and how much it's watered. An easy test is to gently pull up on a corner of one piece. If it lifts, give it more time. If it holds, it's generally ready.
The first few cuts should be on the high side and only take a little off.
Is your yard ready?
- Sod holds when you tug it: generally ready for a plan.
- Corners lift: give it more time.
- Bare dirt or new seed: not ready to mow yet.
Not sure? Describe it when you text me.
Find out what grass you have
New builds around here often get Bermuda or St. Augustine sod, and they're cut at different heights. Your builder paperwork may say which one. More on Bermuda and St. Augustine.
A lot of new neighborhoods also have HOA lawn guidelines.
Watering
New sod needs more water while it roots. Check your city's watering schedule. Watering is on you, since I don't set up or run sprinklers.
Mowing only. No sod, seed, fertilizer, sprinkler work or landscaping.
Questions
When can my new sod be mowed?
Once it's rooted in, often a couple of weeks or so. Tug a corner. If it holds, it's generally ready.
My yard is still bare dirt. Can you help?
Not yet. I don't seed, lay sod or grade. Once the grass is in, reach out.
Want a price? Text 209-770-5768 with your address, or use the quote form.
Call or text Joseph
209-770-5768Call or text me your address and how often you want it mowed. I'll get you a price.