21 NCAC 28B .0503          TURF

(a)  When establishing natural turf, the licensed contractor shall:

(1)           Notify the owner or the construction manager whether there is adequate time to establish the specified turf from seed within the construction schedule and prior to finish of the job;

(2)           Prior to lawn installation, loosen soil to a minimum depth of three inches;

(3)           Confirm that all lawn seed meets the standards of the NC Seed Law of 1963, as set forth in G.S. 106, Art. 31;

(4)           Evenly distribute seed;

(5)           Apply seed at manufacturer's recommended rates;

(6)           Roll or rake after seeding to ensure good soil contact;

(7)           Install sod within 36 hours of harvesting unless weather conditions or turf types dictate a shorter timeframe;

(8)           Lay sod strips in a staggered pattern, horizontal to slopes and with tight seams;

(9)           Roll sod after installation to provide good soil contact;

(10)         Distribute sprigs evenly;

(11)         Ensure that sprigs and sod plugs are in good contact with the soil;

(12)         Water lawn areas after installation and in accordance with the needs of the lawn; and

(13)         Notify client of his or her responsibility to water turf following installation.

(b)  When installing artificial turf, the licensed contractor shall:

(1)           Ensure that the sub-grade is compacted and shall pitch properly to drain;

(2)           Establish a perimeter attachment system to secure the artificial turf;

(3)           Roll out the turf with the nap facing a consistent direction;

(4)           Secure the turf with an evenly weighted sand layer distributed over the entire surface; and

(5)           Follow all manufacturer's specifications for the type of turf being installed.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 89D-15(2); 89D-15(16);

Temporary Adoption Eff. January 1, 2016;

Eff. September 1, 2016;

Amended Eff. July 1, 2021.