Question 1

How much does a pallet of St Augustine sod cover?

Accepted Answer

About 400 sq ft per pallet.

Question 2

How fast is delivery in Pinellas?

Accepted Answer

Usually the next business day for orders placed by 2pm.

Question 3

What variety is best for full sun?

Accepted Answer

Floratam is the classic Florida full-sun pick.

Question 4

What about shaded yards?

Accepted Answer

Palmetto, Seville, and CitraBlue all handle shade better than Floratam.

Question 5

What about salt-air (coastal) yards?

Accepted Answer

CitraBlue and Palmetto handle salt exposure better than Floratam.

Question 6

Do you install or just deliver?

Accepted Answer

Both — we can connect you with a trusted local installer, or drop pallets for DIY.

Question 7

How much does delivery cost?

Accepted Answer

Typically $50–$150 in Pinellas depending on distance and pallet count.

Question 8

Can I lay sod myself?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely — a partner and a weekend is usually enough for a typical yard.

Question 9

Do I need to kill old grass first?

Accepted Answer

For best results, yes — scrape or kill and remove existing turf so new sod makes solid soil contact.

Question 10

When can I mow new sod?

Accepted Answer

Once it's rooted — usually about 2–3 weeks. Don't scalp it; keep at 3.5–4".

Question 11

How much water does new sod need?

Accepted Answer

Soak on install day, then heavy twice-daily watering for week 1, tapering through week 4.

Question 12

Best time of year to install?

Accepted Answer

April through October is ideal; St Augustine can still be installed in winter with extra care.

Question 13

Is Floratam or Palmetto cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Floratam is typically the most affordable St Augustine cultivar.

Question 14

Do you deliver outside Pinellas?

Accepted Answer

We focus on Pinellas but can quote nearby areas — just ask.

Question 15

Do you take card / online payment?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the local installer handles payment on delivery or install day; we'll confirm methods in the quote call.

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