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Though fiber internet brings a lot of benefits, the installation involves running lines underground to reach throughout the neighborhood and to the different homes. This does mean some damage is done to the area, but it can be easy to restore the area once the installation is done. Use the following tips to help fully restore the yard once the fiber installation process is complete. Know What the Installation Will Look Like Typically, holes are dug around 50 feet apart and the lines needed for fiber internet are pushed underground between them to get from one location to the next. There's no need to dig up the entire area, so this does help to minimize the damage that's done. However, the holes can still be large, so it is important to know what to expect and how to fix the yard where the holes were created. In some cases, internet providers will offer lawn care after installing fiber internet. If they don't, though, there are a few steps homeowners can take to fix their yards. Refilling the Holes Left From Installation The first step is to refill the holes after the installation is done. If there isn't enough dirt nearby to use, it may be necessary to purchase topsoil from a local store to add to the hole. It is recommended to pay a little more for quality topsoil to make sure it's ready to grow new grass and won't end up growing a ton of weeds or having debris inside it. Fill the hole completely, tapping the dirt in place occasionally to prevent it from sinking. Adding New Sod or Seeding the Area Once the hole is filled, the next step is to add sod or seed the area. Sod can be a lot easier to install, but if the area for the hole is small enough, it may be easier to just use seeds. Whether to use seeds or sod can also depend on the location, the time of year, and other factors. Homeowners who decide to use sod or seeds will want to learn how to do it to have the best chance of new growth and the yard being fully restored. Water the Area Carefully to Encourage Growth If homeowners opt for sod, they will need to make sure they care for the sod properly. This means watering it regularly to make sure it takes root. It will require more watering than the yard typically does to help the roots grow deep and take hold of the soil. Once this has happened, though, the homeowner can resume their typical watering schedule. With time, the sod will completely blend in with the surrounding grass. If seeds are used, follow the supplier's information to water appropriately so they grow and cover the area completely. If fiber is being installed in your area, you have the opportunity to connect to much faster internet, but there are some downsides with the installation. Check with the provider handling the installation to learn about whether they provide lawn care after they're done or to find out when it will be done so you can prepare to do the lawn care on your own. Either way, it can be easy to restore the yard and have it looking great once again.