Sod prices in Windsor
| Lawn size | Bare ground or new build | Old lawn taken out |
|---|---|---|
| 500 sq ft | $625–$875 | $750–$1,000 |
| 1,000 sq ft | $1,250–$1,750 | $1,500–$2,000 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $1,875–$2,625 | $2,250–$3,000 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $2,500–$3,500 | $3,000–$4,000 |
| 3,000 sq ft | $3,750–$5,250 | $4,500–$6,000 |
Per square foot, sod runs $1.50–$2.00 per sq ft with the old lawn taken out and $1.25–$1.75 per sq ft on bare ground or a new build. Extra grading or soil adds $0.30–$0.75 per sq ft.
These are rough ranges before HST. The free on-site estimate gives you the real number, in writing, the same day.
The size of the lawn
Sod is measured by the square foot, so the size of the area is the biggest part of the price. We measure it at the estimate rather than guessing from a photo.
Taking out the old lawn
If there's an old lawn, weeds or dead grass, it has to be stripped out and hauled away first. That's labour and disposal, and it's worth it: sod laid over an old lawn sits on top of the problem.
Levelling and fresh soil
Low spots, ground that slopes toward the house, and heavy clay all need work before sod goes down. New builds often need topsoil brought in. The more the ground needs, the more it costs, and the longer the lawn lasts.
Getting into the yard
An open front yard is quicker to work in than a backyard reached through a narrow side yard, where soil and sod have to be moved in by hand.
Anything done at the same time
Sprinklers, garden beds, curbing or a new driveway can go on the same quote. Doing them together means nobody has to dig up a brand-new lawn later.
Watch for quotes that skip the prep
The cheapest way to lay sod is straight over the old lawn without levelling. It looks fine for a few weeks. Then the bumps, low spots and weeds come back. When you compare quotes, ask what happens to the old lawn and the ground underneath.
How do you measure a lawn?
Multiply the length by the width in feet. A front lawn 30 ft wide and 50 ft deep is 1,500 sq ft. For odd shapes, break the lawn into rectangles and add them up, and leave out the driveway, walkways and beds. We measure it properly at the estimate.
How long does a sod job take?
A new lawn is usually a day or two once we start. Bigger lawns and yards that need a lot of grading take longer. We'll tell you how long yours will take at the estimate.
Is seed cheaper than sod?
Up front, yes. But seed takes a season or more to fill in, and until then you're dealing with bare soil, weeds and a lot of watering. Sod costs more on day one and gives you a finished lawn the same day.
Does the price include HST?
No. The prices on this page are before HST, which is 13% in Ontario. A $3,000 job comes to $3,390 with HST.
What customers say about our prices
“Had my front yard re-sodded. … Pricing was more than fair. Very respectful and great customer service.”
“We had sod done by this company and I couldn’t be happier with their job and personal service. Hussein is very personable and helpful. He did such a great job. Price was reasonable as well. Thank you!”
Getting a real number
We come out, measure, look at the soil and the access, and give you a written quote the same day. The estimate is free. Call or text 519-567-4724.
Want a real number for your yard?
Free on-site estimate anywhere in Windsor-Essex, with a written quote the same day. One-year warranty, fully insured and WSIB covered. Call or text 519-567-4724.
