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Sod Delivery to Cape Elizabeth, ME

Fresh-Cut Sod Delivery in Cape Elizabeth, ME

Farm-fresh Kentucky Bluegrass, Tall Fescue, and Bluegrass-Fescue blend sod — cut to order and delivered directly to your Cape Elizabeth property. One pallet is a flat, all-in delivered price, with volume pricing that drops as your project grows — see the pricing table below.

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$699
One Pallet Delivered
500-600
Sq Ft Per Pallet
2-7 Days
Order to Delivery
$.66
Per Sq Ft at Volume

Harvested Fresh, Delivered Within 24 Hours

Cape Elizabeth is Greater Portland’s premier oceanfront town — the Two Lights and Cape Cottage shoreline estate corridors, the Shore Road oceanfront blocks, the inland Mitchell Road family residential sections, and the Spurwink corridor. The soil sits on sandy loam and rocky ledge along the immediate shoreline and glacial-till loam through the inland Mitchell Road blocks, and salt-air carries off the open water on the seaward winds. The right variety is the difference between a lawn that handles a coastal August and one that browns out, and a tired pallet starts behind. Sod is a living crop cut from the field, and a pallet left stacked declines fast: the core heats, the blades yellow, and the roots release the soil they grew in. Set onto a dry, salt-exposed oceanfront lot from an aged pallet, sod that is already weakened has little chance to root before it browns.

We cut to order so it arrives with everything it has. Your Cape Elizabeth load is harvested the morning of delivery or the evening before and on the truck within a day, reaching you cool and still rooted — ready to lay on a Two Lights oceanfront lawn or a Mitchell Road family yard and knit in within about two weeks. It is the opposite of a retail pallet that has dried out on a lot for days before anyone hauls it home.

Cape Elizabeth is Greater Portland's premier oceanfront town — the Two Lights and Cape Cottage shoreline estate corridors, the Shore Road oceanfront blocks, the inland Mitchell Road family residential sections, and the Spurwink corridor. The soils sit on sandy loam and rocky ledge along the immediate shoreline and glacial-till loam through the inland Mitchell Road blocks.

Salt-air carries off the open water on the seaward winds, and the right sod variety is the difference between a lawn that handles a coastal August and one that browns out.

Cape Elizabeth is one of 6 Greater Portland towns on our Greater Portland sod delivery hub, and part of our broader Maine sod delivery coverage across the Northeast.

This page covers sod delivery — pallets dropped at your Cape Elizabeth property for you or your landscaper to install. Have your prep, grading, and topsoil ready on delivery day so the sod can go right down.

The Sod We Grow & Deliver to Cape Elizabeth

Cool-season sod suited to Northeast lawns. Not sure which fits your property? Call (203) 806-4086 and describe your sun, shade, and foot traffic — we will point you to the right one.

Kentucky Bluegrass sod close-up showing fine dark blue-green blades Classic Carpet Lawn
☀️ Min sun: 6+ hrs🌳 Shade: Low–Medium

Kentucky Bluegrass Sod

The most recognizable cool-season sod in the Northeast — fine, dark blue-green blades and the dense "carpet lawn" look homeowners associate with premium turf. It self-repairs through underground rhizomes, filling in bare spots naturally. Best for properties with irrigation and full to lightly shaded sun.

Kentucky Bluegrass variety guide →

Turf-Type Tall Fescue sod showing deep-rooted wide blades Drought-Tough · +$.10/sq ft
☀️ Min sun: 4+ hrs🌳 Shade: Medium

Turf-Type Tall Fescue Sod

The deepest root system of the common cool-season grasses — several feet down for serious drought and salt tolerance. The right choice for Two Lights, Cape Cottage, and any south-facing salt-air shoreline lot.

Tall Fescue complete guide →

Bluegrass-Fescue blend sod showing balanced color and density Most Versatile
☀️ Min sun: 4–6 hrs🌳 Shade: Medium

Bluegrass-Fescue Sod Mix

A balanced blend that performs in the mixed sun-and-shade conditions of most Cape Elizabeth yards — especially the older blocks through Two Lights and Shore Road where mature canopy throws heavy afternoon shade. Bluegrass for the rich color; tall fescue for the deep roots and resilience.

Best sod for Maine →

RTF Rhizomatous Tall Fescue sod — the most dog-resistant cool-season sod Premium · Best for Dogs
☀️ Min sun: 4+ hrs🌳 Shade: Medium

RTF Sod (Rhizomatous Tall Fescue)

A premium tall fescue cultivar with underground runners that fill in bare spots, worn paths, and pet-urine damage automatically. The most dog-resistant cool-season sod available — the right choice for households where standard sod has failed before. Custom pricing; call for a quote.

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A lush Kentucky Bluegrass sod lawn, freshly laid and rooting in

Sod Delivery Prices for Cape Elizabeth Projects

Straightforward, delivered pricing. One pallet is a flat all-in price; larger orders are priced per square foot on a sliding scale.

Order SizePalletsPriceDelivery
500 sq ft1 pallet$699 flatIncluded
600 sq ft1 pallet$749 flatIncluded
600–1,100 sq ft1–2 pallets$.90 / sq ft+ $99
1,200–2,000 sq ft2–4 pallets$.75 / sq ft+ $99
2,100–3,900 sq ft4–8 pallets$.70 / sq ft+ $99
4,000+ sq ft8+ pallets$.66 / sq ft+ $99
What is included: The single-pallet prices are all-in pre-tax — $699 for 500 sq ft and $749 for 600 sq ft, each bundling the $99 delivery, the $20 pallet, and the $50 small-order fee. Sales tax is calculated at checkout based on your delivery address. For multi-pallet orders, sod is priced per square foot at the rates above, plus a flat $99 delivery fee and a $20-per-pallet charge (non-refundable). Tall Fescue adds $.10 per square foot to any order, including the single pallet. RTF sod is custom-priced — call for a quote. Our all-terrain forklifts place pallets where you need them on the property. Scheduling is typically 2–7 days from order to delivery. Call (203) 806-4086 for an exact quote on your Cape Elizabeth project.

Sizing Your Cape Elizabeth Sod Order

Measure the area you want to sod, then match it to the table above. One pallet covers 500–600 square feet.

Measuring Your Area

For a simple rectangular lawn, multiply length by width to get square footage. For irregular yards, break the space into rectangles, measure each, and add them together. It is smart to add about 5–10% extra for cuts, curves, and trimming around beds, walkways, and trees.

Sod is sold by the pallet, so orders round up to the next full pallet. If your project measures 900 square feet, you will order 2 pallets. Not sure how to measure or which tier you land in? Call (203) 806-4086 with your rough dimensions and we will size it with you in a couple of minutes. You can also read how much sod comes on a pallet for more detail.

What Sets Our Cape Elizabeth Sod Delivery Apart

Anyone can drop a pallet in your driveway. Here is what makes our delivery worth ordering.

Cut Fresh, Delivered Fast

We coordinate the harvest with your delivery date. Your sod is cut within days of delivery, not pulled from a pile that has been baking for a week. Fresh sod roots faster and greens up stronger.

Forklift Placement

Our trucks carry all-terrain forklifts, so pallets get placed where you actually need them — not dumped at the end of the driveway. That saves you and your crew from hauling heavy sod across the property by hand.

Honest, Delivered Pricing

One pallet is a flat $699 with delivery included — no surprises at checkout. Larger orders follow a clear per-square-foot scale. You always know what you are paying before the truck rolls.

The Right Variety for Your Yard

Bluegrass, Tall Fescue, blend, or RTF — we help you match the sod to your sun, shade, traffic, and whether you have dogs. The wrong variety is the most common reason new lawns disappoint.

We Know Northeast Lawns

Our blog library covers Best sod for Maine, watering, rooting, and seasonal timing. Order from people who actually understand turf in this climate.

Keep Exploring Around Cape Elizabeth

Planning a project in or around Cape Elizabeth? These pages cover delivery areas, professional installation, and choosing the right sod for your yard.

Greater Portland Sod Delivery Hub →

Lead times, pricing, and every town we deliver to across Greater Portland.

Maine Sod Delivery →

Our full Maine fresh-cut sod delivery coverage.

Best Sod for Maine Lawns →

Which sod variety suits Maine lawns, soil, and climate.

How Much Sod Comes on a Pallet →

Pallet coverage and how to size your order before you call.

Don’t Get Stuck With Dried-Out Sod

The most common sod mistake is buying on price alone and ending up with old, dried-out turf. Sod that has sat too long arrives yellow, brittle, and slow to root — and no amount of watering fully recovers it. By the time it fails, the money is already spent.

Fresh, recently harvested sod is the whole point. We cut to order and deliver within a tight window so the turf goes down healthy. If you want the background on how this goes wrong elsewhere, read the sod delivery scam and how to stop it and how long sod can sit before laying.

Your Cape Elizabeth Sod Delivery, Start to Finish

We deliver to every Cape Elizabeth neighborhood — Two Lights, Cape Cottage, Shore Road, Mitchell Road, Spurwink, and the residential properties out toward the surrounding town lines.

Delivery Access & Drop-Off in Cape Elizabeth

A Cape Elizabeth delivery follows the oceanfront. The lanes out to the Two Lights and Cape Cottage waterfront blocks run narrow, the marsh-side approaches have soft shoulders, and a standard truck can lose its footing once it leaves solid ground. We keep the loaded truck on firm ground and let the all-terrain machine carry each pallet the rest of the way to your work area. Inland on Mitchell Road the driveways are standard and easier to reach.

Access is the other variable: a handful of private waterfront associations along the shore run restricted truck windows. We plan the approach before the truck rolls. If your delivery involves a private association road or a soft-shoulder shoreline lot, call (203) 806-4086 before ordering so we can plan it.

How Cape Elizabeth Homeowners Use Our Sod

Every delivery is a little different, but these are the projects we see most often in Cape Elizabeth.

Full Lawn Replacement

Tearing out a tired, weedy, or patchy lawn and starting fresh. Sod gives you an instant, established-looking lawn the day it goes down — no waiting through a season of seeding and bare dirt.

New Construction & Renovations

After a build, addition, pool install, or hardscape project, the yard needs turf. Fresh sod finishes the property quickly and cleanly once grading is done.

Bare Spots & Winter Damage

Repairing dead patches, plow damage, or worn areas. A single pallet covers most repair jobs — see fixing bare spots with sod.

Around Pools & Patios

Clean, finished turf right up to hardscape edges. Sod establishes fast in these high-visibility areas — see Kentucky Bluegrass laid around a CT pool.

Landscaper & Contractor Supply

Cape Elizabeth landscape crews order from us because the product is consistent and the delivery window is predictable — no dried-out sod showing up on a Two Lights or Cape Cottage install where the homeowner is watching.

Shaded & Difficult Yards

Mixed-light yards where seed struggles. The right sod variety establishes where seeding fails — see our guide to the best sod for shaded yards.

Your Cape Elizabeth Sod Order in Four Steps

First time ordering from us? Here is exactly how it works, so there are no surprises.

1
Measure & Call

Measure your area and call (203) 806-4086. We confirm variety, quantity, and price.

2
Schedule Delivery

We set a delivery date, typically 2–7 days out, and confirm your address and drop spot.

3
Fresh-Cut Delivery

Your sod is cut fresh and delivered to Cape Elizabeth. Our forklift places the pallets where you want them.

4
Lay It Right Away

Install the sod the day it arrives for best results. Then water it in well.

After Your Cape Elizabeth Sod Arrives

Sod is a living product. A little planning around delivery day makes all the difference in how well your new lawn establishes.

Lay It the Same Day

Sod should go down the day it arrives. Have your prepped soil ready and a plan to install before delivery — see why sod needs to be laid immediately.

Water Within the First Hour

New sod needs water fast and often in the early days. Follow the first 14-day watering guide closely.

Prep the Soil First

Sod roots into what is underneath it. Loose, graded topsoil makes a real difference — see the best topsoil for sod.

Know the Rooting Timeline

New sod knits down over the following weeks and months. Here is how new sod roots over 12 months.

Crew laying fresh-cut sod rolls across a prepared, graded yard
A pallet of fresh-cut sod rolls, delivered and ready to lay

Cape Elizabeth Landscapers & Contractors

Cape Elizabeth contractors work a greater portland market where Two Lights and Cape Cottage set one aesthetic standard and the Mitchell Road and Spurwink sections set another. Fresh sod is what carries a finished install across both registers.

We deliver fresh-cut pallets on a predictable schedule, with forklift placement that saves your crew the backbreaking haul across the property. For recurring orders or multi-job scheduling, call (203) 806-4086 and talk to us directly.

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5-Star Reviews from CT Sod Customers

A sample of verified reviews from our 4.6-star Google Business Profile.

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Ruben Ramos Jr.
Google Review
★★★★★

“I recently had my lawn done by CT SOD, and I couldn't be more impressed with the entire experience. From the initial prep work to the final installation, everything was completed in just one day, and the results exceeded my expectations. The lawn looks absolutely beautiful, and it's clear the team takes pride in the quality of their work. They were professional, efficient, and left everything clean when they finished. If you're looking for a company that delivers excellent results and great service, I highly recommend CT SOD. Thank you for an outstanding job!”

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Brayden Mccourt
Google Review
★★★★★

“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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Jai Persico
Google Review
★★★★★

“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!”

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Moira Rizzo
Google Review
★★★★★

“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!!”

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Franciela Gatelli Gerent
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★★★★★

“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.”

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NM
Google Review
★★★★★

“We had a great experience with this sod company. They were professional, reliable, and did an excellent job from start to finish. Sean was very easy to work with! The lawn has rooted well and looks healthy and beautiful. We're very happy with the quality of their work and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for new sod installation. Thank you for a job well done!”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sod Delivery to Cape Elizabeth, ME

How much does sod delivery to Cape Elizabeth cost?

One pallet is a flat all-in price — $699 for 500 sq ft or $749 for 600 sq ft — each includes the $99 delivery and the $20 pallet. Orders 500–900 sq ft include a $50 small-order fee. Larger orders are priced per square foot ($.90 down to $.66 as volume rises) plus a flat $99 delivery fee and $20 per pallet. Tall Fescue adds $.10 per square foot. Call (203) 806-4086 for an exact quote.

How much sod is on a pallet?

A standard pallet holds 500 to 600 square feet of sod. Orders round up to the next full pallet — a 900-square-foot lawn means 2 pallets. See how much sod comes on a pallet.

How soon can you deliver sod to Cape Elizabeth?

Scheduling is typically 2 to 7 days from when you place your order. Spring and fall are the busiest seasons, so order as early as you can to get the date you want.

Which sod variety should I order?

Kentucky Bluegrass for an irrigated, classic ornamental lawn; Tall Fescue for full sun without irrigation and high traffic; the Bluegrass-Fescue blend for typical mixed sun-and-shade yards; and RTF for homes with dogs. Read Best sod for Maine, or call and describe your yard.

Where will the pallets be placed?

Our trucks carry all-terrain forklifts, so we place pallets where you need them on the property rather than leaving everything at the curb. Tell us your preferred drop spot when you order, and flag any access concerns — gates, narrow drives, soft ground — ahead of time.

Do I need to install the sod the same day it is delivered?

Yes — sod is a living product and should be laid the day it arrives. Have your soil prepped and a plan in place before delivery. See why sod needs to be laid immediately after delivery.

How do I prepare for my sod delivery?

Have the area cleared, graded, and topsoiled before delivery day so the sod can go straight down. See how to prep your yard for sod and the best topsoil for sod.

How do I order sod for delivery to Cape Elizabeth?

Call (203) 806-4086. We will confirm your variety, square footage, price, and a delivery date, then deliver fresh-cut sod to your Cape Elizabeth property.

Our Two Lights lot is open to the south and takes direct Atlantic salt-air. What sod holds up?

On the south-facing Two Lights and Cape Cottage oceanfront lots, Tall Fescue is the call — its deep roots and salt tolerance hold through a coastal August when shallower grasses burn out. Set back into the shaded Shore Road and Mitchell Road blocks under the afternoon canopy, the bluegrass-fescue blend gives you richer color.

Our lane out to the waterfront is narrow with a soft marsh-side shoulder. Can a truck reach us?

We keep the loaded truck on firm ground and let the forklift carry each pallet down the narrow lane and across the soft shoulder to your work area. Tell us how narrow the lane gets and how soft the shoulder is when you order and we'll set up for it.

Our shoreline road runs through a private waterfront association with delivery windows. Does that change things?

Not when we know in advance — restricted association windows are routine along the shore, so we plan the approach before the truck rolls. Give us the association rules and any time windows when you book and we'll schedule the drop around them.

Still have questions? Call (203) 806-4086 and we'll walk you through pricing, scheduling, and prep.

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