Settled Sod
- 1.. Use the tip of a shovel to cut along the perimeter of the collapsed sod. Slide the shovel blade under the sod piece,...
- 2.. Check the dip for signs of fungal disease like grass rust, which turns grass brown, or fairy rings, which create...
- 3.. Treat these areas with lawn fungicide to stop it from spreading to the rest of the yard. Mix the fungicide with...
How to fix bumps and dips in your lawn?
Fix lawn bumps and dips using the same technique. Use a half moon edger to cut an H-shape right in the middle of the problem area. Carefully peel back the two pieces of turf to reveal the hole or hill and then adjust the level, by either adding top soil to fill the hole, or removing some of the existing soil to lower the level.
How do you fix a dip in a sod field?
Use the tip of a shovel to cut along the perimeter of the collapsed sod. Slide the shovel blade under the sod piece, lifting the grass up and out of the dip. 2 Check the dip for signs of fungal disease like grass rust, which turns grass brown, or fairy rings, which create discolored circular patterns in the yard.
How do you fix an uneven lawn that is too deep?
Keep in mind that deeper areas of the lawn, which are more than an inch lower than the soil, require a slightly different approach. To fill uneven lawn low spots like these, first remove the grass with a shovel and fill in the depression with soil mix, laying the grass back in place.
Why do we need to fix the large dip in Garden?
We needed to fix the large dip in the garden lawn before completing the groundworks and adding the artificial turf. The owners would then have a lawn in keeping with the rest of the property.
Can a lawn mower cause bumps?
A few lawn bumps and dips in its surface aren’t the worst problem a lawn can have, but fixing them gives you a smooth, level surface and the lawn will look perfect as a result. Sometimes a less than even surface can cause problems when mowing, particularly if you are cutting the lawn quite short. The mower can scalp the grass on a raised bump ...
Can a mower scalp grass?
The mower can scalp the grass on a raised bump leaving a bare patch of soil as a result. And of course, if you’re aiming for the bowling green, striped look, dips and hollows really won’t do at all. Fix lawn bumps: Use a half-moon lawn edger to cut into turf before adjusting the soil level. Photo: Shutterstock.
What to do if your lawn is bumpy?
If you've got a bumpy lawn, it could be that you've got something buried in your yard. Now, you can just add topsoil and reseed to even the whole thing out, but if it continues to decay or settle, you'll have to do it again and again.
Why do you dethatch grass?
For the best results, dethatch the lawn where it's not level. Dethatching improves grass health and allows water and nutrients to reach the roots. If you want to save yourself some time, you can always hire a local dethatching service .
How to keep dogs off the grass?
You can also reserve an out-of-the-way patch of dirt for him to exercise his need to dig. Alternatively, you could install a sandpit and direct the dog to dig there instead.
Why is my yard uneven?
Some occur naturally, while others are caused by humans and animals: Buried construction debris eventually settles, degrades, and breaks down, or compacts the soil beneath it. Soil erosion from drainage.
How to fill a depression in a house?
Apply enough topsoil or leveling mix to fill the depression. Water gently to remove air pockets and settle the area. You'll notice the volume reduces, lowering the fill level. That's okay!
The Brief
This property in Beckenham, Kent had just had a large extension put on the back of it along with a new patio. Following these building works the garden had been left in a mess with a large dip going through it.
Our Work
To flatten the lawn we excavated the turf and soil 3-4 inch below the required depth of the lawn. We could then begin building the lawn back up with our groundworks and grass.
When is the best time to fill uneven spots in lawn?
The best time to fill uneven lawn low spots is during vigorous growth, which usually depends on the type of grass grown but normally during spring and summer.
How long does it take for grass to grow in a lawn?
You may still notice some low areas in the lawn but it’s oftentimes best to allow the grass to grow up through the soil for at least a month before repeating the process. After about four to six weeks, another half-inch (1.5 cm.) of the dry topsoil mix can be added to the remaining areas.
Can sand be used on grass?
Sand also dries out rapidly in summer, causing any grass that may be growing to suffer in the heat. Grass growing in the sand is also more susceptible to drought and cold injury. Avoid putting sand on a lawn by itself.
Is it easy to level a lawn?
When considering the question, “how to level my lawn,” many people feel this is too difficult a task to take on themselves, however, it is easy to level a lawn and it doesn’t have to be expensive either.
Does sand make grass grow harder?
Most lawns contain a lot of clay, which already makes growing grass difficult. However, adding pure sand on top of the cla y only creates further problems by turning the soil into a nearly hardened cement-like consistency, as drainage abilities are worsened.
How often should I water my lawn?
Water well afterward and then give the area a good soaking every day or two for about three or four weeks.
How thick should I roll up carpet strips?
Get underneath it with a shovel and loosen up strips that are about 2 to 4 inches thick. If you have to remove strips that are more than a foot wide, you might want to cut it down the middle. Strips this size are easy to roll up - kind of like a piece of carpet.
Can you spread topsoil over dip grass?
You could just spread topsoil over the dip - grass and all. But that amount of soil will smother the underlying grass, meaning you'll have to add new grass seed on top. The old grass will decompose underneath (no problem there), but it'll take a few weeks for the new grass to come up and start to fill in.
Find the Center
The best way to spot the center area of a dip or bump is to pull a string line tight over the edge of the lawn. I like to put two stakes into the ground surrounding the hole or bump and measure four inches up each side of the stake. This is where I attach the string line.
Cut the Grass
No, you don’t need to break out the lawnmower and cut the grass. You’ll need to use a spade or a machete to cut through the grass down to the soil below, severing the sod in half. Make a cross or “X” shape through the center of your low/high spot from end to end of the garden hose.
Fold the Grass
Now that you have a nice “X” shape cut into your dip/bump, you can peel back the sod to expose the hole/hump in your lawn. Use the edge of a spade or flat head shovel to free the sod layer from the soil below. Gently peel back the sod so that you have a good 3-inch layer of sod and soil together so it doesn’t break apart as you peel it back.
Aerate the Soil
Using a small pitch fork or metal rake, break up the soil at least four inches deep below the grass. Remove any rocks or other debris to prevent further sinking or rising in the soil. Tamp the soil lightly with your feet and either add or remove soil as needed according to the measurements you made in the first step.
Replace the Sod
Now that the hole/hump is nice and flat, you can fold back the sod over the now flat spot and tamp it flat. Be sure to water the grass right away and every day for the next week to help the roots grow back into the soil.
