i never did any sod work before and one of my costumers wants it done for the next season.if theres is any1 that can tell me bassically everything i need about laying sod and what tools i need.and how much do u guys charge putting it down.
Labor Prepare existing soil ___ Hrs. 20 Hrs per 10,000# Place soil and hand grade ___ Hrs. 4 Hrs. per 16 yd load Apply starter fertilizer ___ Hrs. 1 minute per 1000# Lay sod, roll and water ___ Hrs.(2.5 hrs per pallet of 55) Mobilization ___ Hrs. Sub Total (A) ___ Hrs. Materials Starter Fertilizer ____ Bags @ $____ (Your Costs) Sod ____ SY Sod @ $____ Sod Staples (If needed) ____ ea. @ $____ Total (B) ____ Equipment Bobcat ____ Hrs. @ $____ Rockhound ____ Hrs. @ $____ Total (C) ____ _____ Hrs Labor @ ___ = A $_____ Materials = B $_____ Equipment = C $_____ Your Cost = $_____ 40% GPM x 1.54 Your Bid $_____ My opinion please use as a starting point and modify to fit your needs.
