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Rolling the Sod for Ground Contact

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How Not to sod- Beginner Mistakes out on the job. Day at Work building a yard

What happens here

After all sod rolls are laid, use a sod roller to ensure uniform and complete contact between the new sod and the prepared soil beneath. This step is crucial for eliminating air pockets and promoting strong root growth. Some people choose to roll the sod to flatten it and improve contact, but the primary goal is to remove air pockets, not to compact the ground. The video also shows using a ladder and c-blocks to access a sloped area, demonstrating adaptability for different terrain.

Goal: Ensure full and uniform contact between sod and subsoil to eliminate air pockets.

Tools and materials

  • C-Blocks — Stabilizing the ladder on slopes
  • Ladder — Accessing sloped areas
  • Sod Roller — Ensuring full ground contact for sod rolls

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