Turn bare soil, worn grass or an unfinished yard into a natural lawn with professional sod installation from LaBarge Landscape.
Published sod options include bluegrass and tall fescue. The recommendation depends on sun, shade, irrigation, maintenance and how the lawn will be used.
Complete Sod Installation
Our sod installation process may include:
- Removing existing grass and weeds
- Removing unsuitable or depleted surface soil when necessary
- Installing approximately two inches of new topsoil
- Completing approved grading and drainage preparation
- Installing fresh sod
- Installing or adjusting irrigation when required
- Providing watering and early-care instructions
- Coordinating ongoing lawn maintenance
Fertilizer is not included with the standard sod installation unless added separately to the approved estimate.
Caring for Your New Sod
New sod looks like a finished lawn immediately, but it still needs time to establish strong roots. After installation, we will provide watering instructions based on your lawn and irrigation system.
Homeowners should follow the recommended watering schedule, limit foot and pet traffic, and wait to mow until the sod has properly rooted.
30-Day Sod Warranty
LaBarge provides a 30-day warranty on sod installation when a properly functioning irrigation system is present and the provided care instructions are followed. Complete warranty terms, homeowner responsibilities, and exclusions will be supplied in writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which sod varieties are available?
Available options include bluegrass and tall fescue. Specific varieties and suppliers depend on seasonal availability from local sod companies.
Does LaBarge remove the existing lawn?
Yes. Existing grass and weeds can be removed as part of the approved site-preparation process.
Is topsoil included?
When required, approximately two inches of new topsoil can be installed to create a suitable base for the new sod.
Does LaBarge handle grading and drainage?
Grading and drainage needs are evaluated before installation. The recommended work and any project limitations will be clearly outlined in the estimate.
Can LaBarge install irrigation?
Yes. A new irrigation system or necessary adjustments may be included when required for the new lawn.
Is fertilizer included with installation?
No. Fertilizer is not included in the standard sod installation but may be requested as an additional service.
When can sod be installed?
Installation timing depends on weather conditions and product availability from sod suppliers.
Can people use the lawn immediately?
Foot and pet traffic should be limited while the sod establishes roots in the prepared soil.
Where is sod installation available?
LaBarge serves Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, the East Mountains, Los Lunas, Belen, Bernalillo, Placitas, and select surrounding communities.
Local Service Area
Northeast Heights
Potential projects include:
Existing lawn replacement
Partial lawn repair
New sod around mature planting
Irrigation updates
Lawn and patio combinations
Tanoan
Tanoan properties may need:
Manicured lawn replacement
Bluegrass or tall fescue installation
Irrigation inspection
Turf integrated with detailed planting
Continuing lawn maintenance
Taylor Ranch, Paradise Hills and Albuquerque’s Westside
These are priority areas for:
New-home dirt-yard completion
Backyard sod
Front-yard lawns
Sprinkler installation
Lawn and xeriscape combinations
Children’s or pet-use lawns
North Albuquerque Acres
Larger properties may support:
Recreation lawns
Larger turf zones
Multiple irrigation zones
Sod integrated with broad landscape plans
Altura Park and Huning Castle
Established properties may require:
Lawn replacement
Irrigation repair
Mature-tree coordination
Traditional lawn renovation
Careful access and preparation
Four Hills and Foothill Communities
Selected natural lawn areas may be combined with:
Xeriscaping
Patios
Shade
Lower-maintenance planting
Irrigation adapted to slopes
East Mountain Communities
Sod suitability should be evaluated according to elevation, season, irrigation, freezing conditions and property use.
Rio Rancho, NM
Rio Rancho is a priority market for:
New-home sod
Bare backyard installation
Front-yard lawns
Irrigation installation
Partial lawn and xeriscape designs
Pet and family-use areas
Existing lawn replacement
Corrales and Los Ranchos
Larger properties may require:
Lawn replacement
New irrigation zones
Recreation lawns
Turf around mature trees
Estate-scale maintenance planning
South Valley, Bosque Farms and Los Lunas
Selected properties may use natural turf for recreation, gathering or irrigated landscape areas.
Service availability should be confirmed by address and project size.
Santa Fe, NM
Selected Santa Fe sod projects may be available depending on season, location and scope.