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Advantages of Sod

6th January 2016

Well, winter is in full swing here, and it’s just about time to start thinking about what you’ll do with your yard for the rest of the year. It’s always a good time to think about using sod in your lawn, and here are some advantages.

Less Water, Lower Heat, Property Value and Erosion Control

If you have chosen sod, you’ve chosen well. It can be used in 2 to 4 weeks, and it can be put down any time the ground is not frozen, so you don’t have to wait until spring. It also uses less water, contributing to lower costs for you. And the use of seed takes 2 to 3 weeks to germinate, while sod is an “instant” yard.

One of the biggest reasons to use sod in your yard is that it keeps heat down. In the hot summers of North Carolina, sod will be 30 degrees cooler than asphalt, and it will be a good 15 degrees cooler than a regular lawn (just soil). It also reduces gases and releases oxygen, which makes the air cooler. Who wouldn’t want that?

Another great reason for using sod is that it adds value to your home. In today’s world, as people move around and change homes frequently, you never know when you’ll want to sell. The value of your home will go up by 15% to 20% if you have a sod yard. It’s also much safer to play on sod than it is to play on soil, fescue grass or asphalt.

The last big reason for using sod is that it contributes to the health of the soil. The minute you put it in your yard, it begins to control erosion. You can stabilize your soil by using it on hills and on steep slopes in your lawn. It also acts as a filter, and it helps to get rid of mud. It also muffles and gets rid of noise.

Contact Us With Any Questions

So, if you have any other questions, get in touch with us! We service the greater Wilmington area and can help you find just what you need in terms of installation and sod. We hope you’ll consider using sod in your yard; our customers are always happy with our products, and we are here to help you make the most of your yard.

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