Below is a list of Frequently Asked Questions that we receive. If you have a question that’s not on this list, or need further clarification, please reach out via phone or email!
Frequently Asked Questions
Sodding
Hydroseeding
Scheduling
Estimating
Misc.
Sodding
Sodding
Hydroseeding
Scheduling
Estimating
Misc.
How many varieties of sod are available daily?
All of our sod is cut fresh to order, so we don’t have pallets just sitting around waiting to be sold. That being said, we do have the availability of sourcing just about any type of sod on the market in our area.
How many square feet come on a pallet?
Most pallets are 400sf, but some varieties come as small as 300sf or as large as 500sf.
How many pieces are on a pallet?
A standard 400sf pallet has 150 pieces that are 16″ x 24″ each
Do you sell sod by the piece?
No, we only sell full pallets
Do you sell sand based, or muck based sod?
We find that sand based sod works best in our local areas.
Does your sod come with a warranty?
Sod is a living organism. As such, its success and livelihood are based on aftercare. We will ensure sod arrives on-site healthy and green; however, once the sod leaves our hands, we are unable to offer any guarantee or warranty since we are unable to oversee aftercare.
What time of year is best to install sod?
Our Floridian climate allows most varieties to be installed year round without issue. The establishment period may take longer during colder months; however, successful installs can be completed throughout all seasons.
How long is sod good for on a pallet?
Installing immediately is always recommended; however, if that is not possible, sod should be installed within 24-48 hours of harvest at most.
What is your minimum mobilization?
6,400 sf or 711 sy. Smaller mobilizations will incur a mobilization fee.
Is your sod FDOT certified?
We are able to provide FDOT certified sod. Please let us know at the time you place your order whether your job will require FDOT certified sod.
What wood mulch do you use?
We have found that Profile Products provides a superior wood mulch product
Do you bring your own water?
Our standard pricing requires water to be provided on site; however, for an additional fee, we are able to supply water using our water truck
What type of access do you need?
Our hydroseeder is mounted on a gooseneck trailer, so we must have access to the area via truck and trailer. Our hydroseeder does have a hose reel for more difficult access; however, we will need to assess any potential hose access projects prior to providing a quote.
Can you hydroseed St. Augustine?
St. Augustine is one of the only grasses we cannot hydroseed. The grass does not produce enough seeds to be sold commercially, so the seeds are not available in the quantities needed.
What is your minimum mobilization?
11,000 sf or 1,222 sy. Smaller mobilizations will incur a mobilization fee.
Does your hydroseeding come with a warranty?
Seed is a living organism. As such, its success and livelihood are based on aftercare. We will ensure healthy seed is mixed and applied properly; however, once the seed is applied, we are unable to offer any guarantee or warranty since we are unable to oversee aftercare.
Who do we contact for scheduling?
You can call our office at 813-641-9855 or email us at quotes@sunbeltsod.com
How far in advance do we need to schedule?
The more notice you can give us the better. The timeframe needed to schedule will depend on the service you need. Sodding typically books out 3-4 weeks, hydroseeding 2-3 weeks, deliveries 1-2 weeks.
What if I don’t know how much sod I need that far in advance?
Give us your best guess. We can always adjust the quantity needed as we get closer, but we need a rough ballpark so we know how much time to schedule for you.
What if I need sod on short notice?
We will always do our best to accommodate our customers’ needs, but unfortunately it’s not always possible on short notice. If we can make it work we certainly will do our best!
What do you need to put my job on schedule?
In order to get on our schedule, we will need an estimated quantity, variety, agreed upon price with PO or contract in place, a project location & on-site contact.
Who do I contact for estimating?
You can contact our office by phone at 813-641-9855 or email at quotes@sunbeltsod.com
What do you need in order to provide me with a quote?
- Project Name
- Project Location
- Project Timeline
- Quantity of sod/seed needed
- Variety of sod/spec for seed
- Project Owner
- Is certified payroll required?
What if I don’t have the information you’re asking for?
Give us your best estimate & let us know that X, Y, Z may change.
How long will you honor your quote?
Each quote we send out has an expiration date listed. We try to do our best to honor our pricing for as long as possible; however, with constantly rising costs, we do have to make adjustments from time to time. Once you lock in a price with us via subcontract, we will honor that pricing for the duration of the contract.
What if I need a copy of one of your minority certificates to submit with my bid?
All of our certificates are available upon request. You can call our office at 813-641-9855 or email us at quotes@sunbeltsod.com
Can you provide certified payroll?
Yes. Please let us know at the time of contract whether your project will be certified payroll so we can set it up correctly in our system.
Can you provide EEO Documents?
Yes. Please let us know at the time of contract whether your project will require EEO documents so we can set it up correctly in our system.
Do you use E-Verify?
Yes
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we are licensed through Hillsborough County, have all of the proper insurances, and hold and agriculture bond
Can you provide cut tickets?
Yes, please let us know at the time you place your order whether you will need cut tickets so we can prepare accordingly. Our cut tickets are supplied via email from our office – our drivers will not hand them over at the time of delivery.
What if my job requires use of LCP Tracker or Elation Systems?
We have working experience in both LCP Tracker and Elation Systems, so we are well versed in using both platforms. Please let us know ahead of time if your job specs either platform so we can properly set them up in our system.
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