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Sod installation

2025 Installation Rates

$1.75 / Square Foot


Service Includes:

  • Premium Sod Fresh From Local Supplier
  • Starter Fertilizer & Application
  • Professional Installation & Final Tamp with Roller


*Contractor Pricing, Bulk Discount and Big Roll Installation also

available, please contact us for more info*



TURF SPECIFICATIONS:


We source the highest quality Premium Sod from local sod farms. 

All sod is guaranteed to be harvested FRESH for each installation, ensuring our clients receive optimal results.All sod is guaranteed to contain zero poa or foreign grasses, in accordance to the Canadian Landscape Standard. 


For our Vancouver Island clients, our sod supplier uses the ideal seed blend for our climate:

  • 60% Perennial Ryegrasses
  • 30% Fescues (Creeping Red or Otherwise)
  • 10% Kentucky Bluegrasses

Trucking Rates

Small Orders (up to 1800 sqft):

- Campbell River to Buckley Bay: $150


Large Orders (up to 6000 sqft):

- Oyster River to Buckley Bay: $250

- Campbell River: $300


*Please contact us for locations not listed*

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Benefits of sod installation vs. seeding

1. Instant Lawn

Quick Results: Sod provides an immediate green lawn, unlike grass seed, which can take weeks or even months to establish. This is ideal if you want to enjoy a lush lawn right away.


2. Erosion Control

Prevents Soil Erosion: Sod’s established root system helps hold the soil in place, preventing erosion caused by wind and water. This is especially useful on slopes or areas with heavy rainfall.


3. Weed Control

Reduces Weeds: Since sod comes with mature grass, it quickly covers the ground, minimizing the chance for weeds to take root. This is a big advantage over seeding, where weeds can often outcompete young grass.


4. Better Soil Health

Improves Soil Structure: The root systems of sod help improve soil structure over time, adding organic matter and nutrients to the soil.

Enhanced Soil Aeration: As the roots grow and spread, they also promote better soil aeration, which improves water infiltration and drainage.


5. Increased Property Value

Aesthetic Appeal: A lush, green lawn adds curb appeal, which can increase the overall value of your property. It creates a well-manicured, attractive landscape.

Immediate Visual Impact: Unlike seeded lawns that take time to grow, sod gives you an instant improvement to your property's appearance.

6. Improved Air Quality

Air Purification: Like other plants, grass absorbs carbon dioxide and releases oxygen. A healthy sod lawn can help improve air quality by absorbing pollutants and providing fresh oxygen.


7. Better Water Retention

Helps Retain Moisture: Sod can help with moisture retention in the soil, preventing water runoff and allowing rainwater to be absorbed, which can be particularly helpful during dry seasons.


8. Durability

Tolerates Foot Traffic: Once established, sod creates a thick, durable lawn that can tolerate regular foot traffic, making it great for high-use areas like yards, parks, and sports fields.

Heat Resistance: Many types of sod are specifically bred to tolerate heat and drought, which makes it a great choice in warmer climates.


9. Improved Cooling Effect

Cooler Environment: Grass, including sod, naturally cools the environment by reducing heat absorption, providing a cooler area around your home and outdoor spaces.


10. Easier Maintenance Than Seeding

Less Labor-Intensive: Sod requires less maintenance in the early stages compared to seeded lawns, as it doesn’t need to be watered as frequently or carefully to ensure germination.

Faster Growth: The established grass in sod grows quickly, meaning that once installed, your lawn will be able to handle mowing, foot traffic, and other activities sooner than seeded grass.

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We at ADT Contracting, acknowledge that we work and play on the unceded traditional territory of the 

Liǧʷiɫdax̌ʷ people; the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, and Kwiakah First Nations.