Sod Calculator
How much sod do you need? Enter your lawn size for rolls, pallets, and cost.
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Rolls (10 sq ft each)—
Pallets (450 sq ft each)—
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How this calculator works
It measures your lawn area and adds 5% for trimming around curves and edges, then converts to the two ways sod is sold: individual rolls and full pallets.
Worked example — a 40 ft × 25 ft yard:
1,000 sq ft × 1.05 = 1,050 sq ft → 105 rolls, or 3 pallets (450 sq ft each).
Rolls vs. pallets
Small patches are sold as rolls; whole lawns are cheaper by the pallet. Lay sod the same day it’s delivered — it dries out fast.
Frequently asked questions
How many square feet is a pallet of sod?
Most pallets cover about 450 sq ft, though this varies by farm (400–500 sq ft).
How much extra sod should I order?
Add about 5% for cuts around beds, paths and curves.
Planning a landscaping project
Measure each section separately when a bed or lawn is not a perfect rectangle, then add the sections together. Depth, moisture, compaction, and the way a supplier loads material can change the final quantity, so use the result as a purchasing estimate and confirm the supplier's coverage information.
How to use this estimate
- Measure the project in the units shown and recheck your measurements before ordering.
- Use the waste allowance as a planning buffer, not as a substitute for a detailed material takeoff.
- Compare the result with the package yield, coverage, or weight listed by your supplier.
- Prices are user-entered estimates and may change by location, product, delivery, and season.
Accuracy and limitations
Calculapedia provides educational planning estimates. It does not inspect your site, select products, guarantee quantities, or replace a contractor, engineer, architect, building official, or supplier. Confirm the final quantity and any safety or code requirements before buying or building.