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Sod installation in Duluth, GA
Sod installation challenges in Duluth, Georgia.
Duluth’s unique climate and soil conditions can make lawn care challenging. With hot summers, occasional dry spells, and a mix of sun and shade, choosing the right type of sod is crucial to ensure a healthy, long-lasting lawn. A common issue we encounter in Duluth is the incorrect use of Bermuda grass in shaded areas. While Bermuda grass is hardy and ideal for full-sun locations, it struggles in the shade, often leading to thin, patchy spots.
At Lake Lawns, we’ve successfully replaced sod in countless yards where the wrong grass type was initially chosen, leaving homeowners frustrated with weak, sparse lawns. In partially or fully shaded areas, Zoysia grass is a better choice, as it thrives in low-light conditions and forms a thick, lush covering. By selecting the right type of sod for your yard’s specific conditions, we help you avoid common problems and ensure a lawn that stays vibrant and green.
Why choose Lake Lawns for your new yard?
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Expert Knowledge of Local Grass Varieties
We know which sod types work best in specific areas of your yard. For example, Bermuda grass is ideal for sunny locations, while Zoysia is perfect for shaded spots. This expertise ensures that your grass is planted where it will thrive, saving you time and money.
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Customized Solutions for Every Lawn
Every yard has its own unique characteristics. We approach each project with a custom plan that takes sunlight exposure, soil type, and drainage into account, ensuring long-lasting results.
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Proven Experience
Having installed sod in many Duluth neighborhoods, we understand the typical challenges homeowners face, whether it’s correcting a previous sod mistake or managing challenging terrain. Our team has the know-how to do it right from the start.
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Commitment to Quality
We use only top-grade sod from trusted suppliers, guaranteeing that your new lawn will be healthy, resilient, and beautiful.


Why sod installation is a smart investment
As you can see from this before and after photo of work we did in Flowery Branch, GA, when done correctly, sod installation can transform your yard almost overnight. Unlike seeding, which can take months to fully establish, sod offers instant results, giving you a lush, green lawn right away.
Our sod installation process
Lay it right, love it for life: The key to a thriving yard.
Initial Consultation
We begin with a thorough evaluation of your lawn to determine which areas receive full sun and which are prone to shade. This assessment allows us to recommend the ideal grass type for your lawn, ensuring a vibrant, healthy outcome.
Sod Selection
After evaluating your yard’s needs, we help you select the best sod for each area. In Duluth, Bermuda grass is often the go-to choice for sunny lawns, but for lawns with shade-prone spots, we recommend Zoysia grass, which thrives where Bermuda would struggle.
Soil Preparation
Proper soil preparation is key to the long-term success of your new lawn. We start by removing any old grass, weeds, and debris, then till the soil to ensure it’s properly aerated. We also make sure the soil is leveled and has the proper nutrients to support new sod growth.
Sod Installation
We install your sod with precision, ensuring tight seams for even growth. We enhance Georgia’s clay soil with Landscaper’s Mix for lasting health. Plus, we apply grub control, pest control, and fungicide to protect your new lawn as it establishes.
Maintenance Guidance
After installation, we provide you with detailed instructions on how to care for your new lawn during its critical first few weeks. Proper watering is essential to helping your sod establish deep roots and become fully integrated with your soil.
Landscaping in Duluth, GA
Comprehensive landscape design and installation services.
Lawn care in Duluth, GA
Landscape maintenance: Keeping your grass glassy ...and more!
Lawn Care and Mowing
Lawn Care and Mowing
Regular mowing at the optimal height is crucial to maintaining a healthy lawn and we also offer lawn care services such as aeration and fertilization to ensure your grass stays lush and green.
Edging and Blowing
Edging and Blowing
Neat edges define your garden beds and pathways, creating a clean, crisp landscape and paired with our blowing services to remove leaves and debris, your yard stays immaculate year-round.
Garden and Bed Maintenance
Garden and Bed Maintenance
Flower beds and gardens require regular care to thrive. Our maintenance services include weeding, deadheading flowers, and mulching to keep your plants healthy and your garden looking its best.
Seasonal Cleanups
Seasonal Cleanups
As the seasons change, so do the needs of your landscape. As such, our seasonal cleanup services prepare your yard for the upcoming months, ensuring that leaves are removed in the fall, and your garden is ready for planting in the spring.
Plant Health Care
Plant Health Care
We offer specialized plant health care services to monitor and treat your plants for pests and diseases and our team is trained to recognize signs of stress in plants, allowing us to take action before problems escalate.
Fungus Treatment
Fungus Treatment
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