How much sod do I need?

Measure the area (length × width) and add about 5–10% for trimming around curves and edges. The calculator gives the square footage and number of pallets.

How many square feet are in a pallet of sod?

Around 450 ft², though it ranges from roughly 400 to 500 depending on the farm and grass type.

When is the best time to lay sod?

Early fall or spring in most regions, when temperatures are mild and the sod can root before heat or frost stress.

Sod Calculator

Work out how much sod you need for a lawn. Enter the area to get the square footage and number of pallets, including a trimming allowance.

Sod calculator

Includes a small trim allowance for curves and edges (5–10% is typical). A pallet of sod covers about 450 ft², though this varies by farm and grass type.

How to use it

Measure the lawn length and width in feet.
Set a waste % for trimming (5–10% is typical).
Read off the square footage and the number of pallets (~450 ft² each).

How it's calculated

We take the lawn area (length × width), add a small trim allowance, then divide by about 450 ft² per pallet and round up to whole pallets.

Frequently asked questions

How much sod do I need?: Measure the area (length × width) and add about 5–10% for trimming around curves and edges. The calculator gives the square footage and number of pallets.
How many square feet are in a pallet of sod?: Around 450 ft², though it ranges from roughly 400 to 500 depending on the farm and grass type.
When is the best time to lay sod?: Early fall or spring in most regions, when temperatures are mild and the sod can root before heat or frost stress.

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Last updated June 2026.