Sod Replacement & Reseeding
Lawn failed before? We diagnose why, fix the drainage or soil issue, and install the right sod the second time. No third time
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When the lawn is too far gone to patch, we pull it, prep the soil correctly, and install the right variety for NOLA conditions
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Full Replacement
Why NOLA Lawns Need a Different Approach
Full sod replacement is not the same job as a fresh install. You are starting with soil that already failed once, which means the conditions that caused the failure need to be found and corrected before any new turf touches the ground. Skipping that step produces the same result the second time
We pull the failed turf, assess the soil composition, drainage patterns, and grade conditions, and correct what went wrong. In New Orleans, the most common causes of sod failure are the wrong grass variety for the shade and drainage conditions, soil that was not prepped at installation, and clay compaction that prevents roots from establishing
Most residential full replacement jobs are complete in a single day. We remove the old turf, grade the soil, amend where needed, and install the correct variety for your specific yard. No partial jobs. No promises about finishing next week
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Our Full Replacement
What We Offer
Full Turf Removal
Complete stripping of dead and failed sod including root material. Disposal handled. Nothing left that can interfere with new sod establishment.
Soil Prep and Grading
Surface leveled and soil amended before new sod goes down. Drainage patterns addressed. This is the step most failed installs skipped.
Variety Selection
Correct grass matched to your specific sun exposure, shade, and drainage. St. Augustine, Bermuda, Zoysia, or Centipede based on what your yard actually needs.
Same-Day Installation
Most residential full replacements are installed the same day as removal. We do not leave bare soil overnight unless the job genuinely requires a second day.
The Process
The Big Easy Standard
No mystery. No runaround. Here's exactly what happens when you call Big Easy Sod.
Free Consultation
Tell us about your yard. Or we'll come out and look at it ourselves. We assess your soil, drainage, sun exposure, and give you an honest quote. No pressure, no mystery pricing.
We Prep and Install
Our crew handles everything: removing old turf, grading the soil, laying the sod correctly the first time. Most residential installs are done in a single day.
Enjoy Your Lawn
We walk you through care instructions, answer your questions, and leave the yard clean. Then we get out of your way and let the grass do its thing.
Honest Assessment
Is This the Right Service for You?
Right for You If...
- Lawns where more than half the turf is dead or in poor condition
- Failed installs by previous contractors where soil was not prepped correctly
- Post-construction damage where the original lawn cannot be restored
- Properties ready to stop patching and get the right grass installed once
Not the Right Fit If...
- Lawns with only isolated dead patches where partial replacement makes more sense
- Properties with active drainage infrastructure failures that require engineering before any sod
- Lawns still under a live watering restriction that prevents post-install care
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
If more than half the lawn is dead or in poor condition, full replacement is typically the cleaner and more cost-effective solution. We assess in person and give you the straight recommendation, including when partial repair is the better call.
We strip the dead and failed sod including root material and remove it from the property. The soil is left ready for grading and prep. Disposal is handled as part of the job.
Most residential full replacements in New Orleans are complete in a single day. Larger properties or yards requiring significant grading or drainage work may take two days. We confirm the timeline when we assess.
Yes. Identifying and correcting the cause is part of the job. Putting new sod over an uncorrected drainage problem or unprepared soil produces the same result. We do not move forward until we have addressed the underlying issue.
Yes. We take replacement jobs on lawns installed by any contractor. We assess the failed install to understand what went wrong, correct it, and install new sod.
Light foot traffic after two weeks. Full use for pets, children, and equipment after four to six weeks. Establishment time depends on the season and watering schedule. We provide a written care schedule before leaving.
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Other Ways We Can Help
Partial Replacement
Targeted removal for dead patches and damaged sections. Leave the healthy turf, fix what failed
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Soil Correction and Resod
Fix compaction, drainage, and pH before new sod goes down. The step that determines whether the install holds
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