Hamilton · Burlington · Stoney Creek · Ancaster
Sod Installation in Hamilton, Ontario
Fresh-cut Kentucky Bluegrass, laid by an insured local crew on ground that's been checked and properly prepared, so your new lawn roots in, drains right and stays level.
- Grade and drainage checked before the sod goes down
- Fresh-cut sod from locally grown, premium Ontario sod farms
- Backed by our sod guarantee
Serving Hamilton, Burlington, Stoney Creek, Ancaster, Dundas, Waterdown & more
WSIB-covered · Fully insured
- WSIB-covered crew
- Fully insured
- Sod guarantee
- Fresh-cut from local farms
Who we are
Hamilton's Sod and Yard-Drainage Crew
Right On Sod installs new lawns, replaces worn-out ones, and fixes the wet, uneven yards that make sod fail in the first place. We work across Hamilton, from the Mountain to the lower city, and out to Stoney Creek, Ancaster, Dundas, Waterdown, Binbrook, Burlington, Grimsby and Caledonia.
Most of our calls come from four kinds of homeowners:
- New-build owners looking at builder grade: compacted clay, rubble and a skim of topsoil.
- Owners of a tired lawn that's more weeds, grub damage and bare patches than grass.
- Anyone with water sitting in the yard after every rain, or running back toward the house.
- Builders and property managers who need large areas sodded on schedule.
What they all have in common is that the sod is only as good as the ground underneath it. Hamilton-area clay holds water near the surface and packs down hard under construction equipment. Lay sod straight onto that and you get shallow roots, brown patches by July and puddles every spring. So we start below the surface: we check the slope away from your foundation, loosen compacted soil and prepare a proper bed before a single roll goes down. Where the grade needs correcting, we quote it up front as an add-on of about $1.00 per sq ft.
Then we lay fresh-cut Kentucky Bluegrass, tight and staggered, roll it for good soil contact and leave you with a simple watering plan. The result is a lawn that knits in fast and looks like it's always been there.
We also keep pricing simple. Our per-square-foot rates are published on this site, and the calculator turns your lawn size into a price range before anyone sets foot on your property. The free on-site visit then confirms the exact number, so there's no "starting at" price that doubles once we arrive.
What we do
Our Services
Five core services, all built around one idea: fix the ground, then lay the lawn. Most yards need more than one. A new build might need grading before sod, and a soggy backyard often needs a French drain before re-sodding, so we quote them together and do them in the right order.
Sod Installation
New builds, bare lots and yards that never took. We prep the soil, check the grade and lay fresh-cut Kentucky Bluegrass.
Residential sod installationSod Removal & Lawn Replacement
Weeds, grubs or patchy turf that won't come back. We strip and haul away the old lawn, fix what's underneath and re-sod.
Lawn replacementFrench Drains & Yard Drainage
Puddles that last for days or water heading for your foundation. We find the source and install a drain that carries it away.
French drain installationGrading & Levelling
Low spots, bumps and yards that slope the wrong way. We reshape the ground so water runs away from the house.
Yard grading & levellingCommercial Sodding
Subdivisions, commercial sites and multi-unit properties, sodded on your schedule by a WSIB-covered crew.
Commercial soddingSod Cost & Calculator
Published per-square-foot prices and an instant calculator. Know your number before anyone visits.
See prices & calculatorWhy Right On Sod
Why Hamilton Homeowners Choose Right On Sod
We Check the Grade First
Sod copies the ground beneath it. If the yard has low spots or slopes toward the house, new sod just turns those problems green for a few weeks. We check the slope on every job and, where it needs correcting, quote the grading up front (about $1.00 per sq ft), so water moves away from your foundation and the lawn stays level.
Fresh-Cut Kentucky Bluegrass
Our sod comes from locally grown, premium Ontario sod farms and goes down within 24–48 hours of cutting. Sod that sits rolled on a pallet heats up and starts to yellow. Fresh rolls root faster and recover quicker from the move.
An Insured, WSIB-Covered Crew
Anyone working on your property should carry liability insurance and WSIB coverage. We carry both and will show you the certificates on request, before any work starts.
Backed by Our Sod Guarantee
With our 14-Day Fresh-Cut Sod Guarantee, your new sod is guaranteed weed-free and healthy upon delivery and installation, with proper watering. We'll walk you through exactly what it covers when we quote your job.
Simple process
How It Works
Get an Instant Quote
Enter your lawn size in our calculator and see a price range in seconds, or call (289) 309-1493.
Free On-Site Visit
We measure, check the grade and soil, flag any drainage issues and confirm your price before booking a date.
Prep and Install
Old turf out if needed, grade corrected, soil prepared, then fresh sod laid tight, staggered and rolled.
Aftercare
You get a simple watering plan for the first few weeks so the roots knit into the soil underneath.
Where we work
Sod Installation Across Hamilton and Nearby Towns
We're based in Hamilton and cover about a 35–40 km radius. Every part of that area brings its own conditions. Ancaster and Dundas have escarpment slopes and runoff. Binbrook and Waterdown have new subdivision lots with builder grade. Burlington has mature lawns that are due for replacement. Grimsby and Caledonia have their own mix of lakeside, riverside and new-build yards. Pick your town for local details:
- BurlingtonHalton Region
- Stoney CreekHamilton
- AncasterHamilton
- Waterdown & FlamboroughHamilton
- GrimsbyNiagara
- DundasHamilton
- Binbrook & GlanbrookHamilton
- CaledoniaHaldimand County
We also work across the Mountain, the lower city and Westdale, and in nearby Oakville, Milton, Brantford and Smithville. All service areas →
What Does Sod Installation Cost in Hamilton?
Quick answer
Most Hamilton sod installations run $2.00–$2.50 per sq ft, subject to 13% HST. Replacing an existing lawn, including removal and disposal, runs $3.00–$3.75 per sq ft. Grading adds about $1.00 per sq ft, and our minimum job is $1,500. A typical 800 sq ft front lawn comes to about $1,600–$2,000 before tax. Use the calculator to price your own yard.
Good to know
Common Questions
Do you offer free quotes?
Yes. Our calculator gives you an instant price range, and the on-site visit to measure and confirm your price is free with no obligation. At the visit we also check the grade, soil and drainage, so the quote covers what your yard actually needs. You'll know the full number, subject to 13% HST, before any work is booked.
How soon can you start?
Most jobs are scheduled within one to two weeks of the site visit, weather permitting. Spring is peak season for sod in Hamilton, so booking early gives you the widest choice of dates. Fall is also an excellent time to lay sod.
Which areas do you cover?
Hamilton and roughly 35–40 km around it, including Burlington, Stoney Creek, Ancaster, Waterdown, Flamborough, Grimsby, Dundas, Binbrook, Glanbrook and Caledonia. If you're not sure, put your address in the quote form and we'll confirm.
Are you insured and WSIB-covered?
Yes. We carry liability insurance and WSIB coverage for our crew, and we're happy to send the certificates before your job starts.
What does your sod guarantee cover?
With our 14-Day Fresh-Cut Sod Guarantee, your new sod is guaranteed weed-free and healthy upon delivery and installation, with proper watering. We go over the terms when we quote, so you know exactly what's covered before you book.
Ready for a Lawn That Lasts?
Get your price range in under a minute, or call (289) 309-1493 to book a free site visit.