How many pallets of sod for 1 acre?
Quick Answer
One acre equals 43,560 square feet. A standard pallet of sod covers 400–504 square feet depending on the supplier. You'll need approximately 87–109 pallets per acre. Most suppliers sell pallets at 400–450 sq ft, so plan on 97–109 pallets plus 5% waste.
Quick Reference Table
| Pallet size | Pallets per acre |
|---|---|
| 400 sq ft pallet | 109 pallets per acre |
| 450 sq ft pallet | 97 pallets per acre |
| 500 sq ft pallet | 87 pallets per acre |
| 504 sq ft pallet | 86 pallets per acre |
How to Calculate It Yourself
- 1
Measure your lawn area in square feet.
- 2
Add 5% for waste, overlapping edges, and irregular cuts.
- 3
Ask your supplier for their pallet size in square feet.
- 4
Divide total sq ft by pallet coverage to get pallet count.
- 5
Example: 43,560 sq ft (1 acre) × 1.05 ÷ 450 sq ft/pallet = 102 pallets.
Pro Tip
Sod is perishable — install within 24 hours of delivery in warm weather, 48 hours in cool weather. Arrange pallets in the shade and water them if you can't install immediately.
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