Cutting Sod, DIY machines

Joc · Feb 18, 2014

Im wanting to salvage some of my grass before it gets dug up for a pool. Is there a rental machine that I could get to cut some rolls or squares?
I've seen 2 guys across from where I work do this with a machine last summer but dont know if it was part of a sod company or just something they rented.

Anyone have any idea if its a rental tool?

93redjeep · Feb 18, 2014

It's called... A sod cutter. They aren't the easiest to use but if it is a good stand of grass it will out. Crappy thin grass it won't do as well. Also if it is Bermuda it can be difficult if it is dormant or thin. An equipment rental company should carry it if it is typically used in your area

93redjeep · Feb 18, 2014

If not use a flat edged shovel cut it in sections and manually dig it out same money on the rental

93redjeep · Feb 18, 2014

http://youtu.be/zVn4Izwg7Lc

Joc · Feb 18, 2014

did a search and now see that it is a rental tool.
I have some thick bermuda but is still dead. Do you think it will be a pain in the butt? Its just an idea but would love to salvage some grass.

4byfan · Feb 18, 2014

I don't know if u have sod available in your area, but where I live u can buy Bermuda sod for $65 a pallet. That covers 450 sqft so by the time u rent the machine,fuel, go pick it up & return the cutter it's not really worth the effort. Not to mention the work to cut it,pick it up, & move it.

Joc · Feb 18, 2014

dang thats the way to do it. never priced any but looks well worth the money.

mtnride · Feb 18, 2014

4byfan said:
I don't know if u have sod available in your area, but where I live u can buy Bermuda sod for $65 a pallet. That covers 450 sqft so by the time u rent the machine,fuel, go pick it up & return the cutter it's not really worth the effort. Not to mention the work to cut it,pick it up, & move it.

I agree. Sod cutters are for demo, not salvage. Buy a pallet or two. Squares are easy to throw off a pallet. When u cut with a sod cutter, they end up being heavier than sod cut at the farm.