Sod Calculator
Rolls or pallets of turf needed.
Enter your values
Enter the area length in ft.
Enter the area width in ft.
Enter the waste allowance in %.
Enter the price per pallet in $.
Results update instantly as you type — no submit needed. Your values are remembered on this device, and the shareable link reopens the calculator with exactly these numbers.
- Sod needed
- 1,080 sq ft
- Rolls (10 sq ft)
- 108
- Pallets (450 sq ft)
- 3
- Square yards
- 120
- Estimated cost
- $660.00
Quick answer
A standard sod roll covers 10 square feet and a pallet covers about 450 square feet.
At a glance
| What it does | Rolls or pallets of turf needed. |
|---|---|
| Category | Home & DIY |
| Inputs needed | Area length, Area width, Waste allowance, Price per pallet |
| Main output | Sod needed |
| Cost | Free — no sign-up, no download |
How to use the Sod Calculator
- 1Measure the lawn area, splitting odd shapes into rectangles.
- 2Add 5–10% waste for curves and cuts.
- 3Enter your supplier's pallet price.
Inputs explained
- Area length(ft)
- Enter the area length in ft.
- Area width(ft)
- Enter the area width in ft.
- Waste allowance(%)
- Enter the waste allowance in %.
- Price per pallet($)
- Enter the price per pallet in $.
Worked example
Using the values the calculator loads with:
Inputs
- Area length40 ft
- Area width25 ft
- Waste allowance8 %
- Price per pallet220 $
Results
- Sod needed1,080 sq ft
- Rolls (10 sq ft)108
- Pallets (450 sq ft)3
- Square yards120
- Estimated cost$660.00
Frequently asked questions
When should I lay sod?
Early autumn or spring, and always water within 30 minutes of laying.
How soon can I walk on it?
Wait about two weeks, and mow after three.
What do I need to enter into the Sod Calculator?
Just 4 values: area length, area width, waste allowance, price per pallet. Every field starts with a realistic example, so you can change one number at a time and watch the result update instantly.
How does the Sod Calculator work out the answer?
A standard sod roll covers 10 square feet and a pallet covers about 450 square feet. The working is shown step by step so you can verify the result by hand.
Is the Sod Calculator free, and do I need an account?
It is completely free with no sign-up, no download and no usage limit. Everything is calculated in your browser, so the numbers you type never leave your device.
Results are estimates for general information. For medical, legal, structural or financial decisions, confirm with a qualified professional.