Planning a sod installation? Whether you're replacing your whole lawn or patching bare areas, it’s important to know how much sod you need—accurately. Buying too much wastes money, while ordering too little can stall your project.
At Texas Sod Pros, we help homeowners get the measurements right the first time. Here’s how to calculate your sod needs like a pro (or call us for a free estimate and let us handle it!).
Start by dividing your yard into shapes: squares, rectangles, triangles, or circles. Measure each area using a tape measure or a measuring wheel. For irregular shapes, break them down into smaller basic sections.
Write down the total square footage of each section, then add all areas together to get your total.
It’s a good idea to order 5–10% extra sod to account for:
Example:
Total area = 1,000 sq. ft.
Add 5–10% extra (50–100 sq. ft.)
Order: 1,050 to 1,100 sq. ft. of sod
Sod is typically sold by the square foot or in pallets:
Knowing this helps you order by the pallet rather than square foot alone.
If your lawn is on a slope, it may require slightly more sod to account for the angle. Add a little extra in these cases, or reach out to us for help calculating the total.
We get it—not everyone wants to grab a tape measure and walk the yard. That’s why we offer:
You don’t have to go it alone—we’re here to help from start to finish.
Accurate sod calculations help you:
Need help figuring out how much sod to order? Contact Texas Sod Pros today for expert help and a free estimate. We’ll make sure you get exactly what your lawn needs—no more, no less.
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