Proper Sod Handling and Storage

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How to Install Sod - MISTAKES - Things you Don't know & How to do it right, Lawncare, Seeding, DIY

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When receiving sod, especially as a 'Do It Yourselfer' (DIYer), it's important to know how long it remains viable. While companies are typically obligated to lay sod the same day it's delivered, DIYers have more leeway. Sod can stay fresh for up to three days if kept in a cool, moist, and shaded place. Avoid saturating it, but ensure it remains damp to prevent it from drying out before installation.

Goal: Maintain sod freshness after delivery and before installation.

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make a big difference. How long does sod stay fresh on a pallet? Like 2 days. It actually stays fresh longer than that. So, as a company, we are obligated to make sure we get it down. But, as a homeowner or DIY, if you're doing it yourself, don't fret it. Don't sweat it. It's not that big of a deal. If it sits on a pallet for a day, 2 days, even 3 days. If it has to sit on a pallet that long, just keep it in the shade. Keep it cool. Keep it moist. Don't saturate it. You're going to be fine. Okay, here's

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