Sod Calculator

The above sod calculator takes a few clicks to find how much turf grass needs to cover your specific area. It is one of the best tools that simplifies your landscaping work and helps you in buying the right amount of sod.

This sod estimation tells you how many rolls you need, the area it covers, and the total cost that helps in achieving the lawn you dream of.

What is sod?

“Sod is a pre-grown and ready-to-use grass carpet that includes the upper layer of soil held together by the roots”.

Planting grass from seeds is cost-effective but it takes time and can be a bit tricky. If you prefer instant results without dealing with potential seed issues, sod is a great option. It is also known as turf, It provides a quick way to have an instant and ever-green lawn without waiting for grass seeds to grow.

Sod is commonly used for quickly establishing a lawn or fixing bare patches in an existing one. It is readily available in rolls or pieces that could be easily installed in different seasons and require less water than growing from seed. 

How to calculate your area manually?

There are typically three shapes of areas where you might consider laying sod, including:

• Rectangles
• Circles
• Triangles

Rectangle Area:

Imagine a rectangle just like a room. Here's how you find its area:

Multiply the length by the width. For example, if it's 25 feet by 25 feet:

• Area (A) = Length x Width
• A = 25 x 25
• A is 625 square feet.

If you prefer yards, divide by 9 (since 1 yard is 3 feet):

625 square feet ÷ 9 = 69.4 square yards.

Circle Area:

Think of a circle as a pizza. Finding its area is simple, such as:

Multiply 3.14 by the radius squared. If the radius is 20:

• Area (A) = 3.14 x r²
• A = 3.14 x 20²
• A is 1256 square feet.

Triangle Area:

Imagine a triangle like a tent. To find its area:

Multiply the length by the width, then divide by 2. For example, if it's 15 feet by 20 feet:

• Area (A) = Length x Width ÷ 2
• A = 15 x 20 ÷ 2
• A is 150 square feet.

If you want yards, divide by 9:

150 square feet ÷ 9 = 16.6 square yards.

How many sod rolls do I need for my lawn & their costs?

Let’s say you want to sod a lawn that is 80 feet long and 30 feet wide. An average-sized piece of sod is 16 inches by 24 inches.

Measure Your Lawn: The lawn is 80 feet long and 30 feet wide.

Calculate Area: Multiply the length by the width: 80 feet × 30 feet = 2,400 square feet.

Consider Extra: Assume a little extra for curves or obstacles, say 10%.

Total Sod Area: Add the extra to the total area: 2,400 square feet × (1 + 0.10) = 2,640 square feet.

Rolls Needed: 

If the sod pieces are 16 inches by 24 inches, convert this to feet (16 inches ÷ 12 = 1.33 feet, 24 inches ÷ 12 = 2 feet) and find out how many pieces you need: 2,640 square feet ÷ (1.33 feet × 2 feet) = 990 pieces.

Cost Calculation:

If each square foot of sod costs $0.30, calculate the total cost: 2,640 square feet × $0.30 = $792.

So, for a lawn that is 80 feet long and 30 feet wide, using sod pieces that are 16 inches by 24 inches, you'd need approximately 990 pieces, and it would cost around $792.

How much sod is on a pallet?

Usually, a regular sod pallet covers an area between 450 to 500 square feet. Inside this pallet, you'll find either 60 rolls or 100 slabs of sod. So make sure to check the label of the pallet to see how much sod it contains.