How much does it cost to sod a 20x20 yard?

A 20x20 yard is 400 square feet, which falls below the 500 sq ft farm-direct minimum order. You order the 500 sq ft single-pallet flat rate: $699 delivered in Connecticut for Kentucky Bluegrass (all-in, including pallet, $99 delivery, $50 small-order fuel surcharge, and 6.35% CT sales tax). Tall Fescue is $749, RTF is $899. You will have roughly 100 sq ft of sod left over — useful for a side-yard patch or a giveaway to a neighbor.

Is 400 sq ft enough for a 20x20 yard?

Exactly 400 sq ft is the bare measurement. We recommend adding a 5–10% waste factor for any lawn with curves, garden beds, walkways, or tree wells — so closer to 440 sq ft of usable sod. Since the minimum order is 500 sq ft anyway, you will have enough.

Can I install a 20x20 sod patch myself?

Yes — 400 sq ft is one of the most DIY-friendly sizes. One pallet, four to six hours of work for two people, basic tools (rake, sharp knife, wheelbarrow, lawn roller). The biggest gotchas are soil prep (till to 4–6 inches and add 1–2 inches of compost) and watering (one inch a day for the first week). See our full installation guide for the step-by-step.

How long does it take to lay sod on a 20x20 yard?

For one person, plan a full day: 2–3 hours of soil prep, 3–4 hours of laying, 30 minutes of trimming and rolling. For two people working together, the same job is 4–5 hours total. Add a half day if you are doing serious soil amendment or removing old grass with a sod cutter.

What if I want professional installation for a 20x20 yard?

Professional install for a 20x20 patch typically runs $1.50–$3.50 per square foot for prep and laying labor on top of the material. For a 400 sq ft area, plan roughly $600–$1,400 in labor depending on prep requirements, site access, and whether old grass or hardscape needs removal. Call (203) 806-4086 for a site-specific install quote.

20×20 Yard Sod Cost

How Much Does It Cost to Sod a 20×20 Yard?

A 20×20 yard is 400 square feet, which falls below our 500 sq ft farm-direct minimum order. You order the single-pallet flat rate: $699 delivered in Connecticut for Kentucky Bluegrass — all-in, including the pallet, $99 delivery, the $50 small-order fuel surcharge, and 6.35% CT sales tax. Tall Fescue is $749, RTF is $899 at the same single-pallet rate. You will have roughly 100 sq ft of sod left over for a side-yard patch.

Material Cost Breakdown

Variety	Total Delivered (CT)	Includes
Kentucky Bluegrass / KB Mix	$699.00	Pallet, delivery, fuel, CT tax
Tall Fescue (Black Beauty)	$749.00	Pallet, delivery, fuel, CT tax
RTF (Premium Rhizomatous)	$899.00	Pallet, delivery, fuel, CT tax

Add Professional Installation

Professional sod install typically runs $1.50–$3.50 per square foot for prep and laying labor on top of the material. For a 400 sq ft yard, plan roughly $600–$1,400 in labor depending on:

Soil prep depth (light raking vs. full till and amendment)
Removal of old grass (sod cutter rental or labor)
Site access (truck reach, slope, gates)
Grade work (level lawn vs. low-spot correction)

Fully installed total for a 20×20 KBG lawn in CT: typically $1,300–$2,100 all-in. Call (203) 806-4086 for a site-specific install quote.

DIY It Yourself

A 20×20 sod patch is one of the most DIY-friendly sizes. One pallet, four to six hours of work for two people, basic tools (rake, sharp knife, wheelbarrow, optional lawn roller). The two things that matter most: soil prep (till to 4–6 inches and add 1–2 inches of compost) and watering (one inch a day for the first week, then taper). See our complete installation guide for the step-by-step.

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“Working with CT Sod was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Sean was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and made the whole process seamless. The pricing was extremely fair, and the quality of the sod exceeded expectations — it looked beautiful the moment it was laid down. Installation was fast, efficient, and done right. Highly recommend CT Sod to anyone looking for a smooth, professional experience and stunning results!”

Lance Pendleton

“Excellent experience from start to finish. I reached out and they were able to not only give me accurate support in terms of measurements but told me exactly how to prep everything so I was completely ready for the delivery and installation. Pricing was competitive and good, and communication was even better. Greatly appreciative to the entire team who did an outstanding job.”

Antonio Cammarota

“Shawn at CT Sod was fantastic. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was taken care of and kept the cost within my budget. Great service and easy to work with — highly recommend!”

Joey Ferrari

“We used CT sod it was an excellent experience very high-quality grass with fair pricing and excellent communication highly recommend them to anyone looking for sod any questions I had when installing it they walked me through it will be using them from now on any sod job I get.”

Joseph Finnegan

“Highly recommend CT Sod. Sean was a pleasure to work with and the quality is top notch. Weather had delayed the delivery for a few days, so Sean and his crew installed the sod free of charge for the inconvenience. Couldn’t be happier with the results and I will be using CT Sod for all of my sod in the future.”

Moira Rizzo

“I had a great experience with CT Sod. They helped me to figure out what was the best product for my specific needs, were fairly priced, and delivered and installed absolutely beautiful grass!! It completely transformed my home! Thank you Kayla and Sean!!”

Nina Kilroe

“I could not be happier with my experience buying sod. CT Sod answered all the questions I had and was able to deliver my sod as soon as I needed it. I would definitely use them again. My lawn looks amazing!”

Karan Sehgal

“I just wanted to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for the incredible service provided by your team including Kayla, Shawn, Hugo. From start to finish, the sod delivery and installation process was flawless. Hugo and his team did an amazing job with installation. Your communication was excellent, the quality of the sod was superb, and the installation was carried out with precision and care. I am thrilled with the results and would highly recommend your services to anyone in need. Thank you for exceeding my expectations!”

Yanir Pesok

“I was on a search for a sod supplier, and between the large retail stores and the local nurseries, no one had sod ready when I needed it. I came across CT Sod, and not only they had sod available their prices were much more competitive than the large retailer and the local nurseries. From the initial call, order, delivery and installation, every step went smoothly. The office staff were extremely knowledgeable, professional and kind. The sod that was delivered was high quality. After the installation I have received detailed instruction on the maintenance, and a week later I received a call to verify that everything is well. I am highly recommend them for any size work. I am happy to say: “The grass is always greener at the neighbor yard”. I am that neighbor now!”

Christopher Bjorklund

“Excellent price and high quality work. All the workers were clean and respectful. The whole process took a few weeks from order to installation however it is well worth the wait. They also sodded extra areas and did some mulch at no charge.”

Shaun Wason

“We had a fantastic experience with CT Sod. Kayla was awesome. She was responsive, knowledgeable, easy to work with and delivered high-quality sod on time as scheduled. We went with the blue grass/fescue mix which looks amazing and I would definitely recommend their product.”

Ernest Johnston

“Excellent service, great product. Delivery was delayed 1 day because of weather. I was contacted immediately of the change, and given multiple delivery times for my convenience. Great company fair prices, and excellent communication.”

Brian Vincenti

“Amazing service and product. Kayla and the entire team at CTSOD were a pleasure to work with.”

Joseph Diaspro

“CT SOD was great to work with. Delivery and installation was so easy. The installers are very knowledgeable and the grass was in amazing shape. I appreciate the effort of Kayla and Sean to make this happen during the rainiest part of the season.”

Rebekah Kermani

“CT Sod was very easy to work with. The communication about delivery was very accommodating. Highly recommend!”

Oswaldo Ramos

“I recently decided to purchase sod for my home. After carefully research my options for a sod company I decided to go with CT Sod from Connecticut. I called and spoke with Sean and explained to him what I wanted. Sean was very knowledgeable and assisted with answering the many questions I had. After ordering my sod and having it delivered CT Sod was also amazing in assisting in installing the sod. I would 100% recommend CT Sod, they are very knowledgeable and professional and were willing to meet my needs. They are definitely a five star company.”

Rob Silva

“CTSOD provided fresh-cut sod and outstanding service — our lawn looks fantastic due to their top-quality products and expert guidance.”

Francis Mercedes

“These guys are the real deal. Great price for great quality and most of all great service. Definitely recommend them.”

Franciela Gatelli Gerent

“Placing an order online was easy, they answered a follow up email quickly and texted the day before our schedule delivery date to give me a window for the delivery. The delivery was made on time, and so far the sod is looking good.”

Amanda Suzio

“We recently finished a complete backyard remodel with pool & wanted to add sod. CT Sod was excellent to work with & we couldn’t be happier with the outcome! They are professional and prompt & they deliver a high quality product.”

J Chewski

“I recently ordered sod from CT Sod and had a great experience overall. I placed my order on a Wednesday, and the delivery arrived promptly the following Monday, right on time. The quality of the sod appears to be excellent — it’s been two weeks since installation, and it’s looking lush and healthy. I appreciate the timely delivery and the high quality of the product. I would definitely use CT Sod again for future projects.”

Shawn Pittman

“Sean and his team have done an excellent job taking care of my Sod needs in a timely fashion! Communication and customer service is excellent!!”

Carmelo Nieves

“Excellent service, the grass arrived beautifully at my house. I made the purchase by phone and from Connecticut to Massachusetts I only paid $75 for the delivery of 1,200 square feet.”

PT New

“Amazing customer service and outstanding product. Best sod I have seen in 10 years of garden design & landscaping.”

Alice Pepplow

“Excellent product and service! We ordered sod last year and the product was perfect! We installed it ourselves by first removing weeds and slightly tillering the site since we have heavy clay soil. The grass looked amazing when we installed and now in spring is perfect. We did water a lot after installing it but the time money and effort paid off. I recommend this supplier, thanks CTSod.”

Carolyn Joseph

“Amazing prices! The process was extremely stress-free from ordering online to delivery. Communication was fabulous with the company and the grass is amazing. We do not have an irrigation system and maintained the grass by simply hosing twice a day for 15 minutes. I highly recommend this company.”

Preston Huckabee

“CT Sod’s website was very helpful for pricing and installation advice. Purchase was easy. The sod was very healthy when it arrived, my son and I installed, and it looks great.”

Ian Huggan

“I am happy with the SOD that was delivered. Great product!”

Kevin Corda

“I redid my yard last fall with the bluegrass fescue sod from CT Sod — it was the best thing I ever did for my lawn. My home is in Shelton, CT, we have a ton of trees and I always struggled with growing grass seed. This was my final attempt and it worked.”

Cliff Ng

“Excellent company to deal with. They answered all my questions, the prices are good and the delivery was excellent and on time. Kayla was very helpful and awesome with updates.”

Melissa Stevens

“Seamless transaction. Grass was actually delivered as exactly stated. Not one complaint I would highly recommend.”

Robert Beckwitt

“Good quality product delivered as promised.”

Kenneth Savio

“I’ve had sod deliveries from CT Sod to properties I have in both Greenwich and Milford. Each sod delivery has been high quality bluegrass sod, and both my neighbors and landscaper admired the quality. Kayla in the office even texts you the exact time it will come the night before. I couldn’t be more impressed with the service and product I received from CT Sod. You will not be disappointed with this sod company.”

Richard Cavaliere

“Very pleasant experience from start to finish.”

Matthew Nunnink

“CT sod was awesome to deal with. I was surprised how quickly I was able to schedule delivery after purchasing. They are very responsive on the phone.”

Rich Edwards

“Sean and his team were friendly, professional, eager to please, and an overall joy to work with. By far the best deal in town without sacrificing quality; They did a beautiful job! I will be using them again for our front yard in the spring. 10/10 would recommend!”

Andrey Levenko

“ABSOLUTELY AWESOME! Product was delivered on-time and as fresh as it gets. We installed sod about 2 years ago. With regular watering and fertilizing it looks very good. Highly recommend this company!”

Leo Ortega

“Great Kentucky bluegrass sod, delivery was 4 days late, but other than that great service.”

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