Southampton and within 20 miles
Turf Laying in Southampton
Fresh turf laid over properly prepared ground for an even, healthy lawn that settles in well.
Planned for your property
A sound foundation and a finish that belongs
The quality of a new lawn begins below the surface. We clear, level and prepare the soil carefully before laying turf with close joints and a clean edge.
Ashley stays closely involved from the first conversation to the final tidy-up, so you always know who is responsible for your project.
What you can expect
- Ground cleared and prepared
- Accurate levelling
- Aftercare guidance included
Costs
Turfing price per square metre
Turf itself is the cheap part. What you are really paying for is the clearance, the topsoil and the levelling underneath, which is exactly what decides whether the lawn knits together or sits in ridges.
Guide figures only, based on recent local work. Your quotation follows a site visit.
Timescales
Turfing from bare ground to lawn
Strip out
Old grass, weeds and roots removed rather than buried.
Level and soil
Ground graded, topsoil added where needed and firmed by foot.
Laying
Rolls laid in a staggered bond with tight joints and cut edges.
First fortnight
You water daily and stay off it while the roots take hold.
Guides
Helpful reading before you commit
Turfing price per square metre
Laid rates per square metre, what clearance and topsoil add, and the number that actually matters on a turf quote.
Read the guide SeasonalWhen is the best time to lay turf?
Why autumn is the strongest window locally, what to avoid in high summer and how to look after a lawn in its first month.
Read the guideCommon questions
Turfing: your questions answered
How much does turf cost per square metre laid?
Laid over ground that is already close to level, expect £14 to £22 per square metre. Add clearance and topsoil and a full lawn typically lands nearer £25 per square metre.
When is the best time to lay turf?
Autumn is the strongest window in Hampshire because the soil is still warm and the rain does most of the watering for you. Spring is the next best.
How long before I can walk on new turf?
Keep off it for two to three weeks, then use it gently. A first light cut is usually right at around three weeks.
How often should I water a new lawn?
Daily for the first two weeks unless it rains properly, and enough that the water reaches the soil under the turf rather than just wetting the blades.
Can you turf over an existing lawn?
We do not recommend it. Laying over old grass traps a dead layer that stops the roots knitting into the soil.
Plan ahead
Book winter groundwork so your garden is ready for spring
Autumn and winter are useful times to tackle digouts, levelling, fencing and foundations. Get the preparation done before the days get longer.
Areas covered
Local landscaping within 20 miles
Ready to improve your garden?
Arrange a free site quotation with Ashley.