Worn, patchy turf leaves Central Texas yards vulnerable to weed takeovers and soil erosion during heavy rains. JK Seriously installs fresh Bermuda, St. Augustine, and Zoysia sod for homeowners across San Antonio, Austin, New Braunfels, Schertz, and Boerne. We handle old grass removal, mechanical ground tilling, compost enrichment, and tight seam installation.
Central Texas soil presents two major challenges: heavy clay that holds standing water east of Interstate 35, and shallow limestone rock in the Hill Country. Laying sod directly over unworked ground leads to shallow root death during July heat. We till the native ground, blend three to four inches of organic sandy loam compost, and roll the turf after installation to eliminate air pockets.
Key Takeaway: Proper soil preparation before laying turf accounts for eighty percent of long-term lawn survival.
We cut and haul away existing weeds, dead grass, and rocks down to bare dirt.
We mechanically till the top four inches and blend nutrient-rich compost to improve water absorption.
We slope soil away from your foundation to prevent water pooling near siding and patios.
Freshly cut sod pallets are laid in a staggered brick pattern, cut tight around edges, and rolled flat.
Sod installation starts at $1.40 per square foot. Typical full-preparation and installation projects range between $1.40 and $2.20 per square foot.
Bermuda thrives in full-sun yards with high foot traffic. St. Augustine (especially Palmetto) performs best in partial shade under mature oaks. Zoysia offers excellent drought resistance with a dense, barefoot-friendly feel.
New sod requires daily watering for the first 10 to 14 days to establish root growth, followed by deep watering twice a week once established.
Spring (March through May) and autumn (September through November) are ideal because moderate temperatures allow roots to develop before extreme summer heat.
Wait 14 to 21 days until the sod cannot be easily lifted by hand. Mow on the highest setting and never cut more than one-third of the grass blade.
Yes. We use commercial sod cutters to scalp and remove old weed cover and turf down to bare soil before tilling and adding topsoil.
Call Jeffrey Jacobs at (726) 228-9029 for an on-site lawn assessment and measurement.