At Lash Landscaping, we handle 99% of all site preparation for sod installation in-house because we know that a flawless lawn starts with a perfectly prepared base. This includes comprehensive grading to achieve the ideal slope for drainage and aesthetics, as well as roughing and amending the topsoil to create an optimal growing environment tailored to Georgia’s clay-heavy soils and climate. Our experienced crew removes debris, levels uneven areas, tills and loosens compacted soil, incorporates necessary amendments like organic matter or sand for better aeration and water retention, and fine-grades the surface so every pallet of sod lays flat, roots quickly, and thrives without dips, humps, or poor contact that could lead to dry patches or failure. By keeping this critical work under our direct control, we ensure consistency, precision, and accountability from start to finish—no subcontracting surprises or mismatched expectations.

We also perform all of our own trenching and grading for drainage solutions and retaining walls, allowing us to integrate these essential features seamlessly into the overall project. Whether installing French drains, dry creek beds, or connecting downspouts to underground systems, or building retaining walls to manage slopes and create usable space, our team handles the excavation, precise sloping, backfilling, and compaction ourselves using our equipment and expertise. This in-house capability means faster timelines, better coordination with sod prep, and a unified approach that avoids the common pitfalls of multiple crews working out of sync. When rare, highly specialized engineering or permitting needs arise, we partner with trusted local contractors—but for the vast majority of grading, trenching, and site work that makes your new sod lawn or landscape endure, Lash Landscaping delivers it all with the pride and precision our community has come to expect.