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Sod CalculatorEstimate sod for your lawn. Enter area dimensions to calculate rolls, pallets, and cost.

Estimate sod for your lawn. Enter area dimensions to calculate rolls, pallets, and cost.

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Rolls = (Area × (1 + waste%)) / Roll Size | Pallets = Rolls / 50
Area= Length × Width in sq ft
Roll Size= Square feet per sod roll

Tips & Notes

  • ✓Standard sod rolls are typically 2 ft × 4.5 ft (9 sq ft) or 2 ft × 5 ft (10 sq ft).
  • ✓A standard pallet contains about 50 rolls covering 450 sq ft.
  • ✓Prepare soil before ordering — sod should be installed within 24 hours of delivery.

Common Mistakes

  • ✗Not accounting for irregular shapes — break them into rectangles and add up the areas.
  • ✗Ordering exactly the calculated amount without waste factor — always add 5% for cuts and fitting.
  • ✗Installing sod on unprepared soil, which leads to poor root establishment.

Sod Calculator Overview

Sod Calculator Overview

The Sod Calculator converts lawn dimensions into precise ordering quantities — rolls, pallets, and estimated cost — so you can purchase exactly the right amount of sod for your landscaping project. Under-ordering leaves bare patches that need filling, while over-ordering wastes money on perishable material that must be installed within 24 hours.

Standard sod rolls measure 2 feet wide by 4.5 to 5 feet long, covering 9-10 square feet per roll. A typical pallet holds about 50 rolls covering approximately 450 square feet. The 5% waste factor accounts for trimming around edges, curves, and obstacles.

For large or irregularly shaped areas, break the lawn into rectangles, calculate each section separately, and sum the totals. This approach produces more accurate estimates than trying to calculate the entire area as one shape.

Frequently Asked Questions

A standard pallet contains about 50 rolls of sod, covering approximately 450 square feet. Pallet counts vary by supplier and roll size, so confirm with your supplier before ordering.

Sod typically begins rooting within 10-14 days and is fully established in 4-6 weeks. Water daily for the first two weeks, then gradually reduce to encourage deep root growth.

Early fall is ideal because cool air temperatures reduce stress on new sod while soil remains warm enough for root growth. Spring is the second-best option. Avoid summer installation if possible.

Remove existing vegetation, grade the soil for proper drainage, add topsoil if needed to bring the level 1 inch below sidewalks and driveways, and apply a starter fertilizer. Lightly water the soil before laying sod.