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Sod Delivery in Hancock County

Fresh-cut Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, blends & RTF sod delivered across Hancock County, Maine — 3 towns including Bar Harbor, Castine, Northeast Harbor. Downeast — Mt. Desert Island & the Blue Hill Peninsula. Standard lead time is 2–7 days. Call (203) 806-4086 to schedule, or pick your town below for local notes and pricing.

$699
1 Pallet · 600 sq ft min
2–7 days
Standard Lead
3 Towns
Hancock County Coverage
30+ Yrs
Northeast Sod Specialists
Sod Delivery in Hancock County, Maine

Hancock County 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

$699.00

600 Square Feet

1 Pallet

$749.00

600–1,100 Square Feet

1–2 Pallets

$.90 sq ft

1,200–2,000 Square Feet

2–4 Pallets

$.75 sq ft

2,100–3,900 Square Feet

4–8 Pallets

$.70 sq ft

4,000 Square Feet or More

8 Pallets +

$.66 sq ft
Call (203) 806-4086 for exact quotes, RTF pricing, or installation pricing.
01Click your town for local details, pricing, and neighborhood notes

Towns We Deliver To in Hancock County

Don't see your town? We still deliver across Hancock County — call (203) 806-4086.

02Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, RTF, blends

Sod Varieties for Hancock County

Hancock County is Downeast Maine's grandest coast — Mount Desert Island and Acadia (Bar Harbor, Northeast Harbor), the Blue Hill peninsula, Deer Isle and Stonington, and the Ellsworth gateway. It's rugged, rocky, and salt-swept. We lead with salt-tolerant turf:

Black Beauty Tall Fescue sod

Black Beauty Tall Fescue

Deep-Rooted
Min sun: 4+ hrs Shade: Medium

Deep roots (2–3 ft), drought tolerance, refined look. Strong choice for partial-shade or lower-maintenance sites.

Our top pick across the county — tall fescue's deep roots tolerate the heavy salt air off the open Atlantic and hold the thin, rocky soil over ledge far better than bluegrass.

Tall Fescue guide
Bluegrass-Fescue Blends sod

Bluegrass-Fescue Blends

Most Versatile
Min sun: 4–6 hrs Shade: Medium

The bluegrass look with fescue durability underneath. Excellent for properties wanting both aesthetics and resilience.

A balanced default for the more sheltered inland lots around Ellsworth set back from the water — bluegrass color with fescue durability.

Best sod for Maine
Kentucky Bluegrass sod

Kentucky Bluegrass

The Classic
Min sun: 6+ hrs Shade: Low–Medium

Rich color and tight knit-in. The traditional choice for Hancock County properties with established irrigation.

For open, sunny, irrigated lawns well back from the salt; the classic dense look, with the most watering of the four.

Kentucky Bluegrass guide
RTF (Rhizomatous Tall Fescue) sod

RTF (Rhizomatous Tall Fescue)

Best for Dogs & Kids
Min sun: 4+ hrs Shade: Medium

Self-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 busy summer homes around Bar Harbor; self-repairing rhizomes recover from heavy seasonal traffic.

RTF complete guide
03Fresh-cut, on-schedule, all-terrain delivery

Why Choose CT Sod

04Local soil, climate & terrain

Sod in Hancock County: Mount Desert Island, Acadia & Blue Hill

Hancock County is the heart of the Downeast coast — Mount Desert Island with Bar Harbor and Northeast Harbor and Acadia National Park, the Blue Hill peninsula and Castine, Deer Isle and Stonington, and inland Ellsworth. Almost all of it is on the open coast (roughly USDA zone 5b–6a), exposed to heavy salt air, on thin, rocky, acidic soil over granite ledge. That makes deep-rooted, salt-tolerant tall fescue and blends the natural lead, laid over a fresh topsoil base, with bluegrass reserved for sunny lawns set well back from the salt.

We 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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Our Recent Sod Installation Work

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Drone overview of the finished backyard once the fresh sod was down — New Canaan, CT, June 16, 2026.
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From the pool deck up to the full reveal — all 17,000 square feet of fresh sod in one climbing shot.
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A walkthrough of the finished Kentucky Bluegrass lawn around the pool and patio in Milford, CT.
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The finished 3,000 square foot fresh-cut sod lawn at the Montauk, NY property.
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Multi-acre tall fescue lawn at a Water Mill, NY estate four years after CT Sod installation
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Finished walkthrough of the Cambridge backyard RTF sod install — clean seams along the foundation, tight cut against the river-rock drainage bed under the hot tub.
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The finished 9,000 sq ft tall fescue lawn at the Hartford, VT home — green from the patio out to the tree line at the end of the day.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you deliver sod to Hancock County, Maine?
Yes — Hancock County is part of our standard delivery network. Lead time is typically 2–7 days from order. Call (203) 806-4086 to schedule.
What's the minimum order for Hancock County?
One pallet for delivery only — $699 plus tax for 500 sq ft, or $749 plus tax for 600 sq ft. Pricing drops on the per-square-foot tiers shown above as the order grows. For full-service installation, our typical minimum is 1,200 sq ft.
Which sod variety is best for Hancock County lawns?
For full-sun lawns with irrigation, Kentucky bluegrass gives the traditional refined look. For drought tolerance or partial shade, tall fescue. For active family use with kids and dogs, RTF (rhizomatous tall fescue) is the strongest performer. We'll match the variety to your specific site during the quote.
How soon do I need to water new sod?
Within minutes of installation completion. The first watering needs to soak the sod and underlying soil deeply. See our first 14 days aftercare guide for the day-by-day protocol.
Do you deliver only, or also install?
Both. Pallet-only delivery starts at one pallet (500 or 600 sq ft). Full-service installation (site prep, grading, sod delivery, installation, watering handoff) is also available across Hancock County.
What's the best sod for a coastal lot on Mount Desert Island?
Salt-tolerant tall fescue and fescue blends are the reliable choice around Bar Harbor and the open coast — deep roots that tolerate heavy salt air and hold thin, rocky soil.
What works for an inland lawn around Ellsworth?
Lots set back from the water do well with a bluegrass-fescue blend; tall fescue is the safer choice on the exposed coast.
Does the thin, rocky, acidic soil need prep first?
Usually yes. A fresh topsoil base over thin, acidic soil and granite ledge helps new sod root in. A soil test and lime often help too. Our full-service installs include the prep.
Can you deliver during the busy Acadia summer season?
Yes. We plan around the summer traffic. Lead time is typically 2–7 days — book early for prime dates.

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.

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Rich Edwards
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★★★★★

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!

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Francis Mercedes
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★★★★★

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

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Yanir Pesok
Google Review
★★★★★

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!

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Carmelo Nieves
Google Review
★★★★★

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.

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Alice Pepplow
Google Review
★★★★★

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.

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Brayden Mccourt
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★★★★★

CT Sod does all of our sod work, and they always do an awesome job. They're easy to work with, show up when they say they will, and everything always comes out looking great. We've used them on multiple jobs and have never been disappointed. Definitely recommend them if you need sod done right!

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