What Is a Sod Remover

Sod cutters, a sod remover tool, remove the grass and a thin layer of dirt underneath so that when you go to lay the new sod, it is flat and even with other parts of your lawn.

How does a sod remover work?

Sod cutters are available in manual or gas-powered models. Manual sod cutters are operated by pushing a horizontal crossbar with your foot to force the cutting blade into the ground. Once the blade cuts through the soil, tip the cutter forward to level it, and push or kick it forward.

What does a sod remover look like?

This is the most basic type of sod cutter available. It looks a lot like a regular shovel, except that it has a shorter handle and squared edge instead of a rounded edge on the end. It can be used to manually edge your lawn, but you can also use it to remove small sections of sod one at a time.