Sod Calculator
Calculate how much sod you need for your lawn. Get roll count, pallet estimates, and soil prep materials.
Last updated: January 13, 2026
Enter Your Measurements
Starting from bare soil
Most common size, easy to handle
Drought-tolerant, full sun, high traffic · $0.30-0.60/sq ft
1-2" topsoil recommended for new lawns
Results
Based on 50 rolls per pallet (450 sq ft)
Install sod within 24 hours of delivery. For 1,500 sq ft, plan for a full day of work.
Water immediately after installation and keep moist for 2 weeks.
Calculation Steps
How to Use This Calculator
- Select your project type — New lawn, repair, or specific yard area.
- Enter your lawn dimensions — Measure length and width in feet. For irregular shapes, calculate total square footage.
- Choose sod roll size — Standard rolls (10 sq ft) are most common. Pallets cover ~450 sq ft.
- Select grass type — Pick based on your climate and sun exposure.
- Review results — See roll count, pallets needed, and soil prep materials.
How We Calculate
Example: 50×30 ft Lawn with Standard Rolls
- • Area: 50 ft × 30 ft = 1,500 sq ft
- • Roll size: 2' × 5' = 10 sq ft per roll
- • Rolls needed: 1,500 ÷ 10 = 150 rolls
- • With 10% waste: 150 × 1.10 = 165 rolls
- • Pallets: 165 ÷ 50 = 4 pallets
Common Sod Sizes:
- • Standard Roll: 2' × 5' = 10 sq ft
- • Big Roll: 42" × 105' = 367.5 sq ft (needs equipment)
- • Pallet: 50 rolls = ~450-500 sq ft
Pallets vs Rolls
Quick reference: 1 pallet ≈ 450-500 sq ft ≈ 50 standard rolls (2'×5').
Sod is sold by the pallet at most nurseries. Our calculator shows both rolls and pallets so you can match your supplier's ordering units.
Don't Forget Soil Prep
Soil preparation is often overlooked when budgeting. Plan for:
- • Topsoil: $50-150 for a typical lawn (if soil is poor)
- • Grading/leveling: $100-500 depending on slope
- • Old grass removal: $0.20-0.50 per sq ft or DIY with a sod cutter
Sod Price by Grass Type (2026)
- • Bermuda & Bahia: $0.20-0.50/sq ft — best value, drought-tolerant
- • St. Augustine: $0.35-0.65/sq ft — shade-tolerant, warm regions
- • Zoysia: $0.40-0.80/sq ft — dense, low-maintenance
- • Fescue & Bluegrass: $0.30-0.60/sq ft — cool-season, northern lawns
Based on Turfgrass Producers International (TPI) guidelines.