“Very easy to work with. Responsive to my urgent needs (upcoming wedding reception at home). Competitive price. When their contracted scalper overscalped, CT Sod came in and filled with additional sod at no charge - no fuss at all. Came out great!”
Sod Delivery · Maine
Sod Delivery in Downeast
Fresh-cut Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, blends & RTF sod delivered across Downeast, Maine — 3 towns including Bar Harbor, Castine, Northeast Harbor. Standard lead time is 2–7 days. Call (203) 806-4086 to schedule, or pick your town below for local notes and pricing.

Downeast Sod Delivery Pricing
Standard pallets hold 500 sq ft (up to 600 if needed). Delivery is $99.00. Orders 500–900 sq ft include a $50 small-order fee. Add $.10/sq ft for Tall Fescue. See the full sod pallet delivery guide for specs, varieties, and 8-state coverage.
500 Square Feet
1 Pallet
600 Square Feet
1 Pallet
600–1,100 Square Feet
1–2 Pallets
1,200–2,000 Square Feet
2–4 Pallets
2,100–3,900 Square Feet
4–8 Pallets
4,000 Square Feet or More
8 Pallets +
Towns We Deliver To in Downeast
Don't see your town? We still deliver across Downeast — call (203) 806-4086.
Sod Varieties for Downeast
Downeast Maine is the state's far-eastern coast — Bar Harbor and Northeast Harbor on Mount Desert Island, historic Castine, and the rocky, fog-cooled shoreline around Acadia. Salt-tolerant, cool-loving turf leads:
Black Beauty Tall Fescue
Deep-RootedDeep roots (2–3 ft), drought tolerance, refined look. Strong choice for partial-shade or lower-maintenance sites.
The top pick Downeast — tall fescue's deep roots tolerate the salt air and cool ocean fog, hold the thin, rocky coastal soil, and handle the shade of spruce and fir better than bluegrass.
Tall Fescue guide →Bluegrass-Fescue Blends
Most VersatileThe bluegrass look with fescue durability underneath. Excellent for properties wanting both aesthetics and resilience.
A balanced default for sheltered lots set back from the water — bluegrass color with fescue durability over a topsoil base.
Best sod for Maine →Kentucky Bluegrass
The ClassicRich color and tight knit-in. The traditional choice for Downeast properties with established irrigation.
For open, sunny, irrigated lawns away from the salt; the classic dense look, but the thirstiest of the four in this short, cool coastal season.
Kentucky Bluegrass guide →RTF (Rhizomatous Tall Fescue)
Best for Dogs & KidsSelf-repairing rhizome system fills in damage from foot traffic and dog use over time. Strongest performer for active family lawns.
Best for active family yards and the seasonal cottages around Mount Desert Island; self-repairing rhizomes recover from heavy summer traffic.
RTF complete guide →Why Choose CT Sod
Fresh-Cut Sourcing
Coordinated logistics get fresh-cut sod onto your property quickly. No inventory sod sitting on pallets for days.
2–7 days Lead
Predictable scheduling on Downeast deliveries. We route weekly so timing is reliable.
All-Terrain Forklift
Piggyback forklifts place pallets on sloped lawns, soft ground, and tight side yards.
Variety Guidance
We'll match the right sod variety to your site, sun exposure, and use case. No upsell scripts.
Sod Downeast: Maine's Cool, Salt-Air Acadia Coast
Downeast Maine — Bar Harbor and Northeast Harbor on Mount Desert Island, Castine, and the shoreline around Acadia National Park — is among the coolest, most maritime ground we serve. Ocean fog moderates the summers, salt air reaches the coastal lots, and the soil is often thin, rocky, and acidic over granite, shaded by spruce and fir (roughly USDA zone 5a–5b). Salt-tolerant, cool-loving tall fescue and blends lead here, laid over a generous fresh topsoil base, with bluegrass kept to sunny lawns set back from the water.
The season is short and cool, so we time installs to late spring through early fall and match the variety to each lot's salt exposure, sun, and soil. New sod needs deep, consistent early watering. See our Maine sod guide, and the Maine sod delivery page for full coverage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Please Call To Order
Sod is cut fresh for each order — orders cannot be placed until paid, and we ask for 2 business days notice to cancel once the harvest is scheduled.
Verified customer reviews
5-Star Reviews from CT Sod Customers
A sample of verified reviews from our 4.6-star Google Business Profile.
“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!”
“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!”
“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!!”
“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.”
“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!”
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