Free Landscape Calculator

Sod Calculator

Calculate exactly how many square feet, pallets and cost of sod for your lawn. Supports Bermuda, Zoysia, St. Augustine, Fescue and Kentucky Bluegrass.

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Sod Calculator
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💡 Always order 10–15% extra for waste and settling.

📊 Understanding Your Results

Square Feet — Total lawn area to be sodded. Used to order sod from suppliers.

Pallets — Full pallets needed including 5–10% waste for cuts. Standard pallets cover 400–500 sq ft.

Cost Estimate — Material cost only. Does not include topsoil preparation, delivery or installation labor.

How the Sod Calculator Works

Our sod calculator determines your lawn’s total square footage, converts it to pallets and estimates material cost based on your selected grass type. The calculator automatically includes a waste factor for edge cuts.

The Sod Formula

Step 1: Area (sq ft) = Length × Width
Step 2: Pallets = Area ÷ Pallet Coverage (round up)
Step 3: Add 5–10% for cuts and irregular shapes
Step 4: Cost = Area × Price per sq ft

Example: 40×25 ft lawn = 1,000 sq ft. At 450 sq ft/pallet = 2.22 pallets — order 3. At $0.45/sq ft = $450 in materials.

Sod Grass Types — Price and Climate Guide

Grass TypeClimatePrice/sqftBest For
BermudaWarm / South$0.35–0.45High traffic, full sun
St. AugustineWarm / Coastal$0.40–0.55Shade tolerance, Gulf Coast
ZoysiaWarm / Transition$0.40–0.65Dense, low maintenance
Tall FescueCool / Transition$0.30–0.45Shade, drought tolerance
Kentucky BluegrassCool / North$0.45–0.65Premium look, cold hardy

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about sod installation and lawn establishment.

How many pallets of sod for 1,000 square feet?
At 450 sq ft per pallet: 1,000 ÷ 450 = 2.22 pallets — order 3 full pallets to allow for cuts and waste.
When is the best time to install sod?
Warm-season grasses: Late spring to early summer. Cool-season grasses: Early fall (September–October). Never install when freezing temperatures are expected within 4–6 weeks.
How long does sod take to root?
Sod begins rooting in 10–14 days. Full rooting takes 3–6 weeks. First mow when grass reaches 3–4 inches tall, usually 2–3 weeks after installation.
How often should I water new sod?
Week 1: Twice daily. Week 2: Once daily. Week 3–4: Every other day. After week 4, transition to normal lawn watering of 1 inch per week.
How much does sod installation cost?
Professional installation costs $1.00–$2.50 per square foot including materials and labor. DIY sod material costs $0.30–$0.65/sq ft depending on grass type.

💡 Sod Care Timeline

Day 1–7: Water twice daily

Day 8–14: Water once daily

Week 3: First mow at 3–4 inches

Week 4: Every other day watering

Week 6: Normal lawn care begins