What You’ll Really Pay to Sod Your Lawn

Reviewed and price-checked: August 12, 2026

This guide compares national planning estimates with advertised supplier prices. Seller listings were checked for grass variety, pallet coverage, market, purchase terms, and visible fees. Because sod prices and availability can change by ZIP code and date, every example should be treated as a dated snapshot—not a guaranteed current quote.

The short answer: sod typically costs $110–$450 per pallet

Sod pallet cost at a glance

• Material-only planning range: approximately $110–$450 per pallet. One national guide reports $110–$375, while another reports $150–$450 (2026 sod cost estimates from Lawn Love and LawnStarter).
• Observed regional supplier listings: approximately $175–$390 per pallet, depending on variety, market, availability, and ordering method (The Grass Outlet’s Texas pricing table).
• Common planning coverage: approximately 400–500 square feet per pallet.
• Documented supplier-specific range: 400–540 square feet, with exact coverage varying by product (Tri-Turf’s pallet formats and prices).
• Potential extras: delivery, tax, pallet deposits, unloading, preparation, equipment, and labor.

A premium or delivered retail offer can cost considerably more. A location-specific Home Depot result captured for Flowery Branch, Georgia, ZIP code 30542, displayed a 500-square-foot fescue pallet for $616.97, or approximately $1.23 per square foot, with free delivery and no pickup shown for that selection (Home Depot’s location-dependent sod listing). Because the category URL does not preserve the selected ZIP code and product state, treat this as a dated captured example and verify the current checkout terms.

The answer to “how much is a pallet of sod?” is useful only when the quote also identifies:

• Delivery ZIP code
• Exact grass variety
• Square feet of coverage per pallet
• Number of pallets ordered
• Quote date and expiration date
• Pickup, delivery, or installation method
• Taxes, deposits, handling charges, and other included or excluded fees

Unless the seller explicitly says otherwise, treat an advertised pallet price as the sod material price only. Delivery, tax, deposits, site preparation, equipment, and installation may be separate.

The fastest way to compare offers is to convert each price into a material cost per covered square foot, calculate how many whole pallets the project requires, and then add all applicable fees.

Current price examples by grass type, supplier, and pallet size

The following listings illustrate what individual sellers advertised when this guide was reviewed. They are not statistically representative national averages, and they may change with inventory, location, quantity, or checkout conditions.

Supplier market	Grass variety	Advertised pallet price	Coverage	Calculated material price per covered sq. ft.	Known inclusions or exclusions	Price checked
The Grass Store DFW, Dallas–Fort Worth	Celebration Bermuda; Tifway 419 Bermuda	$270 each	450 sq. ft.	$0.60	Delivery, tax, installation, and deposits not specified	Aug. 12, 2026
Dallas–Fort Worth, same listing	Raleigh St. Augustine; Palmetto St. Augustine	$295; $305	450 sq. ft.	About $0.66; $0.68	Same caveat as above	Aug. 12, 2026
Dallas–Fort Worth, same listing	Palisades Zoysia; Emerald or Cavalier Zoysia	$330; $350	450 sq. ft.	About $0.73; $0.78	Same caveat as above	Aug. 12, 2026
Circle M Landscape, Spokane Valley	Kentucky Bluegrass blend	$315	500 sq. ft.	$0.63 based on displayed total; $0.55 before the stated deposit	Display includes a stated $40 deposit, but the page promises only a $35 pallet refund and also conflicts between $0.50 and $0.55 per sq. ft.	Aug. 12, 2026
Wagon Wheel, retailer-specific online offer	Kentucky blue-rye	$345	500 sq. ft.	$0.69	Pickup or delivery offered; delivery charge, tax, deposit, and installation terms not stated	Aug. 12, 2026
Home Depot, captured selection for ZIP code 30542	Fescue	$616.97	500 sq. ft.	About $1.23	Displayed free delivery; pickup unavailable for selected location	Aug. 12, 2026
Tri-Turf, Tennessee and Kentucky	Variety-dependent	$175–$350	450–540 sq. ft.	Not calculated because corresponding price-and-coverage pairs were not identified	Delivery additional; 10-pallet delivery minimum stated	Aug. 12, 2026
The Grass Outlet, Texas	Multiple varieties, preorder	$195–$325	450 sq. ft.	About $0.43–$0.72	Delivery and installation additional; structured table used because prose prices conflict	Aug. 12, 2026
Texas, same seller	Selected same-day varieties	$270–$390	450 sq. ft.	About $0.60–$0.87	Same-day selection limited; daily supply may run out	Aug. 12, 2026

The table demonstrates why pallet price alone is incomplete. A $315 pallet may sound more expensive than a $295 pallet, but the former covers 500 square feet while the latter covers 450. Their displayed effective rates are approximately $0.63 and $0.66 per square foot, respectively, before accounting for delivery or refundable deposits.

Circle M’s listing requires particular care. Its $315 displayed total includes a stated $40 deposit. Subtracting that deposit leaves $275, which equals $0.55 per square foot over 500 square feet. However, the page also mentions a $0.50 rate and says returned pallets receive a $35 refund rather than the full $40 deposit. Buyers should confirm the base sod price, amount due, and refund before ordering.

No per-square-foot rate is shown for Tri-Turf because the supplier gives a general price range of $175–$350 and a coverage range of 450–540 square feet without matching each price to a specific variety and pallet size. Combining the lowest price with the largest pallet—or the highest price with the smallest—would create synthetic rates that may not represent any product actually offered.

The Grass Outlet page also contains conflicts between its prose examples and structured comparison table. The table above uses the structured figures, but the seller advises customers to call because prices can change. Its listings establish what that business displayed under its own terms, not what every buyer should expect nationally.

How much area does one pallet of sod cover?

Sod pallet coverage is not standardized. About 400–500 square feet is a practical planning range, but documented supplier pallets extend from 400 to 540 square feet.

Examples include:

• Bethel Farms: 400 square feet
• Several Texas listings: 450 square feet
• Circle M Landscape: 500 square feet
• Wagon Wheel: 500 square feet
• The captured Home Depot fescue offer: 500 square feet
• Tri-Turf: 450–540 square feet, depending on variety

Bethel Farms specifically states that its pallets contain 400 square feet and recommends adding 5%–10% for measurement errors, cuts, and installation losses (Bethel Farms’ measurement guide).

Do not use a generic 450-square-foot assumption when the selected supplier provides an exact figure. On a multi-pallet order, a difference of 50 or 100 square feet per pallet can change the number of pallets purchased and the final material cost.

Piece and roll counts are not universal either. One supplier may use slabs, another may use 10-square-foot rolls, and another may offer smaller pieces. Statements such as “every pallet contains 50 rolls,” “160 pieces,” or “180 pieces” apply only to the seller and format involved.

The basic comparison formula is:

Material cost per covered square foot = advertised pallet price ÷ stated pallet coverage

Using documented examples:

• $270 ÷ 450 square feet = $0.60 per square foot
• $345 ÷ 500 square feet = $0.69 per square foot
• $616.97 ÷ 500 square feet = approximately $1.23 per square foot

A higher-priced pallet can therefore provide the better material value. Consider two hypothetical quotes:

• Quote A: $250 for 400 square feet = $0.625 per square foot
• Quote B: $290 for 500 square feet = $0.58 per square foot

Quote B costs $40 more per pallet but approximately 4.5 cents less per square foot. Whether it produces the lower project total depends on how many whole pallets are required and what delivery or handling charges apply.

Before paying, ask the seller to confirm:

1. Exact square-foot coverage per pallet
2. Grass species and variety
3. Slab, piece, or roll format
4. Approximate count and dimensions
5. Whether stated coverage is nominal or guaranteed
6. Whether half pallets or individual pieces are available
7. How the seller handles damaged or unusable pieces

The supplier-specific coverage—not a generic online estimate—is the figure that belongs in the final calculation.

Calculate how many pallets your lawn needs

Use this formula:

Required pallets = round up [(measured lawn square footage × 1.05 to 1.10) ÷ supplier-stated pallet coverage]

Supplier guidance commonly recommends adding 5%–10% for odd spaces, measurement uncertainty, cuts, and fitting losses (Tip’s Turf sod calculator).

Use approximately:

• 5% extra for a simple rectangular lawn with reliable measurements
• Up to 10% extra for curves, narrow sections, trees, planting beds, obstacles, irregular boundaries, or uncertain measurements

Do not automatically add 10% to every project. Excess sod may be wasted, particularly when the supplier sells only complete pallets. Ask whether the layout justifies the larger allowance and whether partial quantities are available.

Step 1: Measure the lawn

For a rectangle:

Length × width = square feet

A section measuring 40 feet by 25 feet contains:

40 × 25 = 1,000 square feet

For an irregular lawn, divide the area into rectangles, squares, or triangles. Calculate each section separately, subtract surfaces that will not receive sod—such as patios, paths, or established planting beds—and total the remaining areas.

Step 2: Add the waste allowance

For a measured 1,000-square-foot lawn:

• With 5% extra: 1,000 × 1.05 = 1,050 square feet
• With 10% extra: 1,000 × 1.10 = 1,100 square feet

This adjusted area represents the coverage needed. It may not equal the exact amount available for purchase because many sellers require whole-pallet orders.

Step 3: Divide by the supplier’s pallet coverage

If the adjusted requirement is 1,050 square feet:

• 1,050 ÷ 400 = 2.625 pallets
• 1,050 ÷ 450 = 2.33 pallets
• 1,050 ÷ 500 = 2.10 pallets

All three results round up to three pallets.

Always round up unless the seller offers half pallets, individual pieces, or another partial quantity. Rounding 2.33 down to two would leave part of the lawn uncovered.

Worked example 1: 500-square-foot lawn

Measured area: 500 square feet

Waste allowance: 10%

Adjusted requirement:

500 × 1.10 = 550 square feet

Pallet requirement:

• 550 ÷ 450 = 1.22, rounded up to 2 pallets
• 550 ÷ 500 = 1.10, rounded up to 2 pallets

One 500-square-foot pallet exactly matches the measured lawn but does not provide the chosen allowance. For a nearly perfect rectangle, ask whether a full pallet plus individual pieces would avoid the surplus created by buying two full pallets.

Worked example 2: 1,000-square-foot lawn

Measured area: 1,000 square feet

Waste allowance: 5%

Adjusted requirement:

1,000 × 1.05 = 1,050 square feet

Pallet requirement:

• 1,050 ÷ 450 = 2.33, rounded up to 3 pallets
• 1,050 ÷ 500 = 2.10, rounded up to 3 pallets

Three 450-square-foot pallets provide 1,350 square feet, while three 500-square-foot pallets provide 1,500. Whole-pallet rounding can therefore create considerable surplus on a smaller project.

Worked example 3: 2,000-square-foot lawn

Measured area: 2,000 square feet

Waste allowance: 10%

Adjusted requirement:

2,000 × 1.10 = 2,200 square feet

Pallet requirement:

• 2,200 ÷ 400 = 5.5, rounded up to 6 pallets
• 2,200 ÷ 450 = 4.89, rounded up to 5 pallets
• 2,200 ÷ 500 = 4.4, rounded up to 5 pallets

Here, pallet coverage changes the order by an entire pallet. An assumed 450-square-foot size could therefore produce the wrong budget if the chosen supplier sells 400-square-foot pallets.

Material-only budget examples

Using the documented DFW offer of $270 for a 450-square-foot pallet:

Pallets	Material-only total
2	$540
3	$810
5	$1,350

Using the documented $345 Kentucky blue-rye offer covering 500 square feet:

Pallets	Material-only total
2	$690
3	$1,035
5	$1,725

These totals are arithmetic illustrations based on the cited supplier offers in the comparison table. They are not local quotes and exclude delivery, tax, deposits, site preparation, tools, equipment, and labor.

Why sod pallet prices vary so much

Two pallets with similar coverage can have different prices because the products, markets, and purchase terms may not be comparable.

Grass variety

In the Dallas–Fort Worth examples, Celebration Bermuda and Tifway 419 Bermuda were listed at $270 per 450-square-foot pallet. The St. Augustine examples were $295–$305, while selected Zoysia varieties reached $350.

That is a regional pricing pattern, not a universal national ranking. Bermuda will not always cost less than St. Augustine or Zoysia. Local production, climate suitability, farm inventory, freight distance, and demand can change the order.

Choosing the cheapest grass without considering the site can also undermine the value of the purchase. First identify locally available varieties suited to the lawn’s climate, sunlight, irrigation conditions, and intended use. Then compare prices within that practical group.

Region and climate

Sod is a physical product that must be moved from the farm or supplier to the installation site. Freight distance and local availability can affect the price, while regional growing conditions influence which varieties sellers stock.

A national estimate is useful for setting an initial budget. A dated, ZIP-code-specific quote is more relevant to the actual purchase.

Supplier and sales channel

Sod farms, landscape suppliers, garden centers, and national retailers can use different pricing structures. One listing may represent farm pickup, while another includes delivery. One may add a pallet deposit; another may incorporate handling into the displayed price.

A higher advertised price does not necessarily indicate worse value if it includes a service that a lower quote excludes. Likewise, “free delivery” does not establish that the underlying sod price matches a pickup offer.

Availability and season

Inventory can vary by variety and date. Same-day stock may be limited to selected grasses, while preordering may provide more choice or a lower material rate.

A dated listing offers a useful snapshot, but it remains specific to that seller, product, market, and ordering method. Confirm stock and price before scheduling labor or site preparation.

Pallet coverage

A 400-square-foot pallet and a 540-square-foot pallet do not contain the same amount of sod. Convert each offer to a cost per covered square foot and then calculate how many whole pallets the project requires.

Even then, the lowest per-square-foot price may not produce the lowest project total. Whole-pallet rounding can force a buyer to purchase substantially more material than the lawn needs.

Order quantity

Some sellers provide lower rates at quantity thresholds. Wagon Wheel’s listing displayed $345 for one 500-square-foot pallet, $295 each for two to five, $245 each for six to eleven, and $225 each for twelve or more (Wagon Wheel’s quantity pricing).

A volume discount is not automatically a project saving. Check whether reaching the threshold creates:

• Unnecessary leftover sod
• A delivery minimum
• A larger delivery charge
• Additional unloading requirements
• A higher total deposit
• More material than the installation crew can handle as planned

Purchase timing: preorder versus same day

The Grass Outlet’s structured table listed full-pallet preorder prices of $195–$325, while selected same-day offers were $270–$390. Several varieties were available only by preorder.

Preordering may lower the material price or expand the available selection, but it requires dependable measurements and coordination of preparation, delivery, irrigation, and installation labor. Same-day purchasing offers speed but may provide fewer varieties and a higher unit price.

The relevant question is not simply, “Which pallet is cheapest?” It is, “Which suitable product has the lowest complete cost under terms my project can support?”

Delivery, deposits, preparation, and installation costs

A reliable sod budget separates four levels:

1. Sod material only
2. Delivered sod
3. DIY-installed sod
4. Professionally installed sod

Mixing these categories makes otherwise valid prices appear comparable when they are not.

Sod material only

This is generally the advertised pallet price. Confirm whether a pallet deposit or handling charge has already been included. Material-only pricing normally does not account for the condition of the installation site.

Delivered sod

Delivery is a quote-specific expense rather than a universal fixed fee. One Texas seller gives a broad estimate of $50–$400, while also describing a full pallet as weighing around 3,000 pounds; both figures are seller-specific and should be confirmed for the selected product and route (The Grass Outlet’s ordering and delivery guide).

National planning guides provide narrower delivery estimates: approximately $55–$180 in one guide and $65–$230 in another. The latter also estimates professional installation at about $1.65 per square foot, including sod, delivery, basic ground preparation, and installation (LawnStarter’s sod cost breakdown).

Ask whether the delivery quote includes:

• Fuel or distance surcharge
• Minimum-order charge
• Curbside unloading
• Mechanical or forklift unloading
• Placement near the installation area
• Difficult-access surcharge
• Scheduled delivery window
• Redelivery after a failed attempt

Supplier policies differ, so never assume the driver will place pallets exactly where requested.

Pallet deposits

A refundable deposit affects the initial cash outlay even if it does not become a permanent project expense. Confirm:

• Deposit amount per pallet
• Whether the refund is full or partial
• Return location
• Return deadline
• Required pallet condition
• Whether empty-pallet pickup is available
• Any handling or return deductions

The Spokane example shows why written terms matter. Its $315 display price includes a stated $40 deposit, yet the product page promises a $35 refund. It also displays conflicting base rates. Until the seller explains those discrepancies, budget for the possibility that $5 is nonrefundable and verify the underlying sod amount.

DIY-installed sod

DIY installation avoids professional labor, but the pallet and delivery prices are not the complete budget. Possible expenses include:

• Removal of existing turf
• Hauling and disposal
• Grading or filling low areas
• Topsoil or soil amendments
• Irrigation repairs or adjustments
• Tool rental or purchase
• Wheelbarrows, knives, rakes, and related equipment
• Help moving and laying sod
• Final cleanup

Assign local prices only after identifying what the site requires. A level, cleared lawn with functioning irrigation presents a different project from compacted soil covered by old turf, rocks, or debris.

Professionally installed sod

The reviewed estimates place professional installed pricing at approximately $1.65–$2.60 per square foot, but the included work differs. LawnStarter’s approximate $1.65 figure includes sod, delivery, basic preparation, and installation. Lawn Love reports $1.70–$2.60 per square foot for sod, labor, and materials (Lawn Love’s installed-cost estimate).

Do not automatically add an installed per-square-foot quote to the pallet price. If the contractor’s rate already includes sod, adding both would count the material twice.

Instead, request an itemized scope showing whether the contractor includes:

• Sod material
• Delivery
• Existing-lawn removal
• Disposal
• Grading
• Soil preparation and amendments
• Irrigation work
• Installation labor
• Rolling or finishing
• Cleanup

All-in estimating template

Use this structure for each quote:

Complete estimated cost = (number of pallets × local pallet price) + delivery + nonrefundable deposits or handling charges + tax + preparation + equipment + labor

Keep refundable deposits on a separate line. They affect the amount due at purchase but may not remain part of the final project cost.

Pickup, delivery, preorder, and bulk buying: which option costs less?

The lowest advertised pallet price does not necessarily produce the lowest usable cost.

Pickup

Pickup may avoid a delivery charge, but it introduces transportation and unloading questions:

• What is the supplier-confirmed loaded weight?
• Is the vehicle and trailer rated for that load?
• How many pallets can be transported legally and safely?
• Will the seller load the vehicle?
• How will the sod be unloaded at home?
• Will multiple trips be necessary?
• What are the fuel and time costs?
• How must the load be secured?

Do not assume a seller-specific weight estimate applies to every pallet or that an ordinary pickup truck can safely transport one. Confirm the actual loaded weight and vehicle requirements with the supplier before collection.

Pickup may make sense for a small order when suitable transport and unloading equipment are already available. It may be impractical when several pallets, multiple trips, or mechanical unloading are required.

Delivery

Delivery can increase the invoice but reduce transportation risk, travel time, and handling. Its value depends heavily on where the sod will be placed.

A curbside drop may still leave the homeowner with a difficult move across the property. Mechanical placement near the installation area could save labor, but it should not be assumed unless the written quote includes it.

Supplier policies vary. Some offer pickup and delivery, some display delivery only for a selected product or location, and others require a minimum quantity.

Tri-Turf offers quantities as small as a half pallet but states that delivery requires at least 10 pallets (Tri-Turf’s quantity and delivery terms). That policy may suit a large installation but makes delivery unavailable for a typical one- or two-pallet repair.

Preorder

Preordering can provide access to more varieties and lower material prices. It also gives the buyer time to coordinate:

• Site preparation
• Delivery access
• Installation help
• Irrigation readiness
• Weather considerations
• Tool availability

The tradeoff is reduced flexibility. Measurements and scheduling should be settled before committing to material allocated for a particular date.

Same-day purchase

Same-day availability is useful when the site is ready and the required variety is stocked. Choice may be limited, however, and the price can be higher than a preorder rate.

Confirm inventory before traveling to the seller. “Available same day” may still mean only while the day’s supply lasts.

Bulk buying

Bulk pricing can materially reduce the advertised unit rate. Under the documented Wagon Wheel tiers, six pallets at $245 each would total $1,470, compared with $2,070 if six were priced at the single-pallet rate of $345.

That arithmetic is not a complete project quote because delivery, tax, deposits, unloading, and installation terms were not specified. Do not buy unnecessary sod solely to reach a discount threshold.

Compare:

Total delivered cost ÷ usable square feet purchased

“Usable” matters. Material left over because a discount tier exceeds project needs does not improve the lawn’s effective value.

The best ordering method is the one with the lowest complete cost that the buyer’s transportation, site, schedule, and installation plan can realistically support.

Use this checklist before accepting a sod quote

A written, itemized quote makes suppliers easier to compare and prevents assumptions from turning into unexpected charges.

Product and availability

Ask the supplier to state:

• Exact grass species and variety
• Whether it is suitable for the local market and intended site
• Current stock status
• Availability or harvest date
• ZIP-code availability
• Quote date and expiration date
• Whether the price may change before pickup or delivery

Pallet quantity and format

Confirm:

• Exact square feet per pallet
• Whether coverage varies by grass variety
• Piece, slab, or roll format
• Approximate dimensions and count
• Whether coverage is nominal or guaranteed
• Whether half pallets or individual pieces are available
• Recommended waste allowance for the lawn’s shape

Do not substitute a generic 450-square-foot figure for the supplier’s actual pallet size.

Price comparison

Request:

• Price per pallet
• Material price per covered square foot
• Recommended number of pallets
• Total sod material price
• Half-pallet or partial-quantity price
• Preorder price
• Same-day price
• Bulk-price tiers
• Applicable minimum order

If the seller does not provide the unit rate, calculate it:

Pallet price ÷ pallet coverage = material price per covered square foot

Delivery and pickup

Ask:

• Is pickup available?
• Is delivery available to the project ZIP code?
• What is the delivery charge?
• Is there a fuel or distance surcharge?
• Does delivery require a minimum number of pallets?
• Who unloads the sod?
• Is mechanical unloading included?
• Where will the pallets be placed?
• Could access limitations or redelivery fees apply?

For pickup, obtain the expected loaded weight and independently confirm vehicle and trailer limits.

Taxes, deposits, and fees

Confirm whether the displayed price includes:

• Sales tax
• Pallet deposit
• Deposit-return deductions
• Handling charge
• Fuel surcharge
• Unloading
• Forklift placement
• Cancellation or rescheduling fee
• Minimum-order fee

If a deposit is described as refundable, request the return deadline, location, condition requirements, and refund amount in writing.

Installation scope

If comparing professional installers, ask whether the rate includes:

• Sod
• Delivery
• Existing-turf removal
• Hauling and disposal
• Grading
• Topsoil
• Soil amendments
• Irrigation adjustments
• Installation
• Finishing and cleanup

Two contractors can quote the same per-square-foot rate while providing different scopes. Compare the work included, not only the final number.

Final decision rule

Choose the climate-appropriate product offering the best complete-project value, not necessarily the lowest advertised pallet price.

The most dependable quote is dated, ZIP-code-specific, and explicit about grass variety, pallet coverage, availability, order quantity, deposits, delivery, site preparation, and labor.

Measure the lawn, add a justified waste allowance, divide by the selected supplier’s actual coverage, and round up to an available purchase quantity. Then compare itemized totals rather than isolated sticker prices.

Frequently asked questions

How many square feet does a pallet of sod cover?

A pallet commonly covers about 400–500 square feet, but documented supplier examples range from 400 to 540 square feet. Coverage depends on the farm, grass variety, and slab or roll format.

Use the figure supplied for the exact product being purchased. Do not assume every pallet contains 450 square feet or the same number of pieces.

How many pallets of sod do I need for 1,000 square feet?

With a 5% allowance, plan to cover 1,050 square feet. That requires:

• Three 400-square-foot pallets
• Three 450-square-foot pallets
• Three 500-square-foot pallets

Without an allowance, two 500-square-foot pallets would exactly match the measured lawn but provide nothing extra for trimming or errors. Ask whether partial quantities are available if three full pallets would create excessive surplus.

Does the price of a sod pallet include delivery and installation?

Usually not unless the listing or quote explicitly says it does. Advertised pallet prices commonly represent the sod material, while delivery, tax, deposits, site preparation, and installation may be separate.

Some retail listings include delivery, and some professional per-square-foot rates include the sod itself. Request an itemized quote so fees are not overlooked and material is not counted twice.

How much extra sod should I order for cuts and waste?

A common supplier recommendation is 5%–10% extra:

• Use around 5% for simple layouts with reliable measurements.
• Consider up to 10% for curves, obstacles, narrow areas, irregular boundaries, or uncertain measurements.

The percentage should reflect the actual layout. Confirm the recommendation with the supplier or installer instead of automatically choosing the maximum.

Is buying several pallets cheaper than buying one?

It can be. Some sellers lower the per-pallet rate at quantity thresholds, and preorder prices may be below same-day rates.

Bulk buying is cheaper only when the discount exceeds additional delivery charges, deposits, handling costs, and the value of surplus material. Compare total delivered cost per usable square foot, and do not order unneeded sod merely to qualify for a lower unit price.