Challenge
For SodFather Landscaping, trenching was one of the most time-consuming parts of their irrigation installs and lighting projects. Crews regularly spent hours hand-digging narrow trenches for conduit, wire, and pipe runs especially in tight spaces or around existing landscaping where larger trenchers couldn’t be used. As job volume increased and labor remained tight, the company needed a faster, more efficient way to trench without sacrificing precision.
The Central Difference Solution
Looking for a smarter solution, the SodFather team attended a hands-on equipment training class hosted by Central, where they were introduced to the GeoRipper® Mini Trencher. Designed specifically for landscaping professionals, the GeoRipper attaches to a powerhead and allows operators to trench quickly and cleanly cutting through soil, roots, and even clay with ease. During the session, Central’s equipment experts demonstrated best practices for setup, safety, and maintenance, giving SodFather’s crew the confidence to put the tool into the field immediately.
Results
After adding the GeoRipper to their tool lineup, SodFather Landscaping saw immediate time savings. What used to take hours of manual digging could now be done in minutes with cleaner lines, less disruption to the surrounding area, and far less crew fatigue. The GeoRipper proved especially valuable for irrigation retrofits, low-voltage lighting, and fiber conduit installations. By reducing labor time on each job, SodFather improved profitability and freed up their team to take on more work. Thanks to the hands-on training and product support from Central, they’ve embraced the GeoRipper as a core part of their installation toolkit, and a key contributor to their growth.
