Screened Loam in Norfolk, MA

Looking for screened loam in Norfolk, MA? Ten Four Landscape Supply delivers screened loam across Norfolk from our yard at 26 Industrial Rd in Wrentham, and we also load pickups right at the yard. Norfolk borders Wrentham, so it is a short run for our trucks. As a result, Norfolk deliveries fit easily into the daily route.

Screened Loam delivery in Norfolk, MA

The town has a quiet, rural feel, helped along by the Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary and plenty of open land near the commuter rail stop. Many Norfolk homes sit on larger, wooded lots with long driveways, so orders here often run bigger than average.

Norfolk homeowners often need soil for new lawns on cleared land and for building up garden beds on rocky ground. For that reason, screened loam is a regular order in Norfolk. In short, our ½″ Screened Loam is screened topsoil for new lawns, grading and garden beds, and it is sold by the cubic yard.

Why Norfolk customers choose our screened loam

Loam is topsoil with a balanced mix of sand, silt and organic matter. That mix holds moisture without staying soggy, which is exactly what grass and garden plants want.

Screening to half an inch removes rocks, roots and clumps. So the soil spreads easily with a rake and levels without lumps. In addition, it settles evenly, which keeps new lawns from developing low spots.

Popular uses for screened loam in Norfolk

Homeowners and contractors in Norfolk put screened loam to work in many ways. Here is where screened loam does its best work:

• New lawns and lawn renovations
• Filling low spots and regrading
• Building new garden and flower beds
• Topsoil after excavation, septic or utility work
• Leveling around a new patio or foundation
• Raised beds, often mixed with compost

How much screened loam does a Norfolk project need?

First, measure the area in feet and multiply length by width. Then multiply by the depth in inches and divide by 324. The result is cubic yards, which is how we sell screened loam. A new lawn needs 4 to 6 inches of screened loam. Low spots in an existing lawn, however, only need a thin layer of an inch or less.

For example, a typical Norfolk job of about 900 square feet needs roughly 11 yards at 4 inches, or 16.5 yards at 6 inches. Still, round up by half a yard for edges and settling. Or call (774) 372-1050, and we will check the math before the truck is loaded.

Delivery or pickup for Norfolk, MA

We deliver screened loam in Norfolk, MA by truck, placing the pile where you want it. Long Norfolk driveways are common. So tell us how far back the pile should go and whether the surface is paved, gravel or soft ground.

1. Book the load. Call or send a quote request with the amount of screened loam and your Norfolk address.
2. Pick the drop spot. Next, choose firm, open ground close to the work area, clear of wires and branches.
3. Protect the surface. Then lay a tarp or plywood on pavement, so cleanup takes minutes.
4. Meet the truck. Finally, the driver calls ahead and places the pile as close to your spot as the ground safely allows.

Picking up at the yard

For Norfolk customers, the yard is a short drive south, so a pickup truck can make more than one run in a morning. As a rule, a full-size pickup carries about 2 yards of this material safely. So check your payload rating, and bring a tarp for the ride back to Norfolk.

When to order screened loam in Norfolk

Late summer into early fall is the best time for new lawns in Norfolk. Warm soil and cool nights help seed sprout quickly, and there is less weed pressure. Spring works well for garden beds, too. However, avoid spreading soil when it is soaking wet, because it packs down under boots and wheels.

How to spread screened loam for a new lawn

1. Rough grade. Shape the ground so it slopes gently away from the house. Then remove large stones and debris.
2. Spread the loam. Dump loads across the area and spread 4 to 6 inches evenly. Next, break up any clumps with a rake.
3. Fine grade. Drag a landscape rake or a board across the surface. As a result, you get a smooth, level seedbed.
4. Firm it up. Roll lightly with a lawn roller so footprints do not sink too deep. Avoid packing it hard, though.
5. Seed and water. Finally, seed, rake it in lightly and keep the surface moist until the grass is up.

Screened Loam in Norfolk, MA: FAQs

More for your Norfolk project

Screened loam often works with a few partners. For instance, compost enriches it for beds, sand helps with leveling, and hemlock mulch finishes planted areas. So if your Norfolk project needs more than one material, see ¼″ Screened Compost in Norfolk, Sand in Norfolk and Pure Hemlock Mulch in Norfolk. As a result, one delivery can often cover the whole job.

We also deliver screened loam to nearby Wrentham, Franklin and Medway. For depth tips, coverage and product details, read the full ½″ Screened Loam guide, or see every town we serve. For local background, Norfolk on Wikipedia is a good start.