Turf Laying
New lawn laid onto properly prepared ground, not just rolled over the old one.
How does turf laying work?
Most turf failures come down to preparation, not the turf. We remove the old lawn and weeds, cultivate and level the base, correct the soil where it needs it, then lay fresh turf tight with staggered joins so the seams knit together.
You get a watering plan for the first few weeks, that early period does more for the result than anything else, plus advice on the first mow and first feed.
Small patches, full backyards and awkward sloped sections are all workable; we'll tell you honestly if a site needs drainage sorted first.
- Free, fixed-price quotes, no surprises
- Right tools and techniques for your plants and surfaces
- Fully insured, owner-operated
What's involved in
Turf Laying & New Lawn Installation
A turf job covers preparation as well as the laying. This can include:
- Removal of old lawn and weeds
- Cultivating and levelling the base
- Underlay or soil improvement
- Fresh turf delivered and laid tight
- Cutting in around beds and paths
- Rolling and first watering
- A written watering and care plan
Why lay new turf?
Benefits of Professional Turf Laying
- An instant, even lawn
- Properly prepared base underneath
- A variety matched to your sun and traffic
- No weeds carried over from the old lawn
- Tight joins that knit together
- Clear aftercare so it establishes
- Old lawn and waste taken away
- Free, fixed quote before we start
The difference
See the results
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Golden Circle Membership recurring plans
Book turf laying on a plan and save every visit
A garden that's maintained on a schedule never gets the chance to get away from you, so it's less work each visit, and we pass the saving back to you. Available for homes and commercial grounds alike.
Discounts are per visit. No lock-in, cancel anytime.
FAQ
Turf Laying, your questions answered
How soon can we walk on new turf?
Keep foot traffic light for the first two to three weeks while the roots take hold. Normal use is usually fine after about a month, though it depends on the season and how well the watering goes.
Which turf variety should I choose?
It depends on sun, shade, traffic and how much mowing you want. We'll talk through the common Australian varieties for your site and order what suits, there's no single best answer.
How often should I have this done?
It depends on the job and the season, lawns and hedges want a regular rhythm through the warmer months, while bigger garden work is usually a once or twice a year thing. We will suggest an interval that suits your yard, and on a Golden Circle Membership plan we track the timing so it never gets forgotten.
Do I need to be home while you work?
Not necessarily. As long as we can get to the yard and to an outdoor tap if the job needs water, plenty of our residential work is done while you're out, we confirm everything beforehand and send photos when it's finished.
Are you fully insured?
Yes, Golden Landscaping is fully insured, and we're owner-operated, so the person who quotes your job is the person responsible for the result.
Is the quote really free and fixed?
Yes. Quotes are free and fixed, you'll know the price before we start, with no hourly meter and no surprises on the invoice. A quick call with a couple of photos is usually all we need.
Do you take the green waste away?
Yes. Clippings, prunings and garden debris can be mulched back where that suits, left in your green bin, or taken away with us, just tell us which you would prefer when you book.
Ready to get your turf laying sorted?
Free fixed quote, no obligation. Most quotes done within 48 hours.
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