King Sod Inc., Frequently Asked Questions |
How much sod do I need?
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Here is a brief explanation about how we arrive at the contract / estimate.
Square Footage is obtained by multiplying Length ( L ) times ( x ) Width ( W )
( L x W = Total Sq. Ft. )
A piece of Sod = 2.67 Sq. Ft.
Take ( Total Sq. Ft ) divided by ( 2.67 ) = How many pieces you will need
Landscaping obstacles such as flowerbeds, ponds, etc. are not considered at this time.
Partial footage is rounded up to ensure adequate material on the job site. For the above reasons, your contract / estimate reads :
" To Be Billed for "Actual" sod installed when we prepare the invoice."
This means You will be billed for "Actual" sod installed when we prepare the invoice. Not necessarily our " first estimate ".
Also included with every invoice is a copy of the actual "job sheet" which is filled out by the Forman. This "job sheet" determines what King Sod charges you, the customer for the work.
Also included with every invoice is a copy of the actual "job sheet" which is filled out by the Forman. This "job sheet" determines what King Sod charges you, the customer for the work.
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How Big are the pallets of sod? |
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• Argentine Bahia grass sod - 400 Sq. Ft. per Pallet - Approx. 150 Pieces
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St. Augustine Floratam grass sod - 400 Sq. Ft. per Pallet - Approx 140 Pieces
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St. Augustine Floratam grass sod - 500 Sq. Ft. per Pallet - Approx 190 Pieces
• St. Augustine Palmetto grass sod - 400 Sq. Ft. per Pallet - Approx. 140 Pieces
• St. Augustine Palmetto grass sod - 500 Sq. Ft. per Pallet - Approx. 190 Pieces
• Bermuda grass sod - 400 Sq. Ft. per Pallet - Approx. 140 Pieces
• Empire Zoysia grass sod - 400 Sq. Ft. per Pallet - Approx. 140 Pieces
• Empire Zoysia grass sod - 500 Sq. Ft. per Pallet - Approx. 190 Pieces
NEED MORE SOD? WE CAN GET IT IN 400 & 500 Square Foot Pallets!! Call us to specify!
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What types of Payment do you accept?
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King Sod accepts:
Cash
Visa / MasterCard / Discover
Checks
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Why would I need an irrigation system ? |
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Installed properly by Irrigation Specialists, an irrigation system will help You maintain a Beautiful Lawn. Dragging hoses, and store bought sprinklers is a tedious, messy, time consuming job. When you use hoses it can cause water distribution to be uneven, and unneeded in some places.
With our properly installed system, your lawn will receive just the right amount of water it needs.
Installing Our systems, less water is wasted. It's rain delay conserves water during natural rain fall periods. Our systems are easy to manage, automated, and have user friendly controls.
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What type of Sprinkler heads & timer boxes do you sell & install?
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Our experienced Specialists will use all new High Quality Parts to design your sprinkler system. They will install New Hunter Sprinkler Heads , and a New User Friendly Rainbird Timer Box. Our Specialists will also show you exactly how to use your new system.
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How do I take care of my newly installed lawn? |
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WATERING:
Very Important - Water Daily for the First 30 days
Regardless of what type of sod you purchased
It is best to water your lawn between the hours of 12am - 8am.
Example 1 - A Rotor Head should water at least 1 hour total, 1/2 hr first cycle, 1/2 hr. second cycle.
Example 2 - A Spray Head should water at least 20 minutes. 10 min 1st cycle, 10 min 2nd cycle.
Times may vary, due to some applications.
This way the water is spread out, and givin time to soak into the ground properly. This eliminates over-watering.
MOWING : As soon as the roots have taken hold, and you can no longer lift up the sod anymore. You then can start mowing. Please note : This can take up to 3 to 4 weeks. (Times may vary due to seasons.)
FERTILIZING : After 30 days - You should use "Turf Grass Starting Fertilizer" Or "Palm tree fertilizer".
These will assist in thickening the roots, for proper root development. Use a 5/10/10 or 8/10/10 Low Nitrogen fertilizer .
Apply regular fertilizer 45 days After palm tree fertilizer. Use a regular slow release fertilizer 16/4/8 . Proper fertilization should be done 4 times a year.
(This Information may vary due to season of the year)
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I waited 4 weeks, so how often should I mow my grass? |
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- To achieve a good quality lawn, Mowing is one of the primary maintenance requirements. A smooth, dense lawn is attained by frequent and regular cutting of grass, with a sharp blade, keeping it at a constant height.
- Proper mowing height is very important in creating a quality lawn.
Suggested mowing heights for your lawn :
• Bahia grass lawns 3 - 4 inches high every 7 - 17 days with a Rotary Mower
• St. Augustine lawns 3 - 4 inches high every 7 - 14 days with a Rotary Mower
• Bermuda grass 1/2 - 1 1/2 inches high every 3 - 5 days with a Reel Mower
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Zoysia grass 1 - 2 inches high every 10 - 14 days with a Reel Mower
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