Beginner Gardening: Is there an easy way to dig up sod?, 0 by JulieQ

JulieQ wrote:
I wish I knew. I dug out this approx. 20x8 foot area by hand. This picture is after three days of work.
I took a sharp shovel and cut about a one by two foot rectangle, about 5 or 6 " deep, then wedged and shoved the shovel under the grass, getting as many roots as possible, and lifting it out. I was trying to save the sod to use in other areas of my yard.

I feel for you! It was backbreaking. If I had more money I'd have hired someone.