Considering a new lawn and wondering about sod coverage? The square footage per sod pallet is key to determining how many you’ll need, but this varies by sod farm due to factors like harvesting methods, moisture, grass and soil types, and the size of pieces or rolls. Pallet sizes generally range from 400–700 sq. ft., influenced by shipping requirements.
Understanding Pallet Sizing
Grass is often sold by the pallet, so knowing pallet sizes is crucial for ordering. As previously mentioned, pallet sizes vary, mainly due to shipping weight and height preferences, typically ranging from 400–700 sq. ft. Pallet weight can increase by 50% when wet and usually weighs 1,500–3,000 lbs. Consider the weight when picking up sod and ensure your vehicle can handle it. Alternatively, you can take a look at our instant quote tool and you won’t need to deal with figuring out how many feet of sod are on a pallet.
To determine the square footage in a sod pallet, understand your farm’s harvesting and stacking methods: slabs (flat pieces), mini hand rolls (small rolled pieces), and large rolls.
- Slabs (Most common in southern parts of the U.S.): Comes in 399, 452 or 503 sq. ft.
- Mini Hand Rolls (Gaining popularity in northern parts of the U.S.): Comes in 400, 450 and 500 sq. ft.
- Large Rolls (Most common in northern parts U.S.): Comes in 500, 600 and 700 sq. ft.
How is sod sold?
Slabs of palletized sod
Pallet sizes typically range from 400 to 500 sq. ft., especially in the southern U.S. for grass types like bermuda, zoysia, St. Augustine, and centipede, with rectangular slabs measuring 16 x 24 inches, covering 2.66 sq. ft. each.
Mini Hand Rolls
Mini hand rolls, popular in northern cool season areas, measure 40 x 18 inches and cover five sq. ft. each, with 80, 90, and 100 rolls per 400, 450, and 500 sq. ft. pallets, respectively. Larger rolls, like the 60 x 24 or 80 x 18 inches in bermuda grass, cover 10 sq. ft. each.
Large Rolls
In northern regions, large sod rolls (60 x 24 or 80 x 18 inches) cover 10 sq. ft. each, with pallets ranging from 500 to 700 sq. ft. For tall fescue and Kentucky bluegrass, consider price per square foot due to variable pallet sizes. Slab sizes result in pallets of 400, 450, or 500 sq. ft., with sod farms sometimes adding an extra slab to ensure value.
It’s important to know 1) the price per square foot and 2) how many square feet are included in a pallet.
How much does a pallet of sod cost?
The cost varies depending on the variety of grass you select, where you buy it from and where you are located for delivery. Check out our tool below for an instant quote.
How is sod delivered?
Sod delivery, crucial for installing a new lawn, involves transporting pre-grown grass on pallets from the sod farm to your location. Each pallet, weighing 1,500 to 3,000 pounds based on moisture and grass type, is prepared at the farm and loaded onto specialized trucks. These trucks are designed to keep the sod in good condition until it’s placed in a designated area on your property for installation.
How many square feet are in a pallet of sod? – Answered
A pallet of sod’s square footage varies based on the form and region:
- Slabs (common in the southern U.S.): Typically come in 399, 452, or 503 sq. ft., but are sold as 400, 450, and 500 sq. ft. pallets.
- Mini Hand Rolls (increasingly popular in northern U.S.): Usually offered in 400, 450, and 500 sq. ft. pallets.
- Large Rolls (prevalent in northern U.S. cool season markets): Generally available in 500, 600, or 700 sq. ft. pallets.
Prices and sizes may vary based on the sod farm’s practices and the grass type.
Where can I buy sod?
Sod is available from nurseries, garden centers, supply companies, and sod farms. Our website provides a wide selection of sod for various climates and soils, with an online Sod Sales Tool for easy recommendations and pricing based on your address and required square footage. Unsure of your yard size? Use our Area Calculator Area Calculator after submitting your address. It’s wise to order 5–10% extra sod to account for waste and measurement errors.
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