Laying a new lawn: How much does it cost?

Laying a new lawn costs an average of 135 euros per square meter.

Creating a lawn costs between 20 and 250 euros.

A well-kept, green lawn is an important status symbol. Especially hobby gardeners take pride in their lawns and know that achieving lush greenery isn’t always as easy as it seems.

If you want to lay a new lawn, you should first decide between turf (sod) and grass seed. Keep in mind that the lawn needs frequent watering at the beginning. Ongoing maintenance is also required, so you should choose the right time for the installation carefully.

The following factors can affect the cost:

Turf vs. grass seed
Fertilizer
Watering and maintenance
Professional installation vs. DIY work

How can I save costs?

To save money when laying a new lawn, you should first get several quotes.
This allows you to find out which company offers the best all-inclusive service.

If you already have gardening experience, you can save a lot through DIY work.
Sow the seeds yourself, take care of the soil preparation and maintenance, or lay the turf yourself.
By borrowing a van or trailer from friends, you might even save on delivery costs for the turf.

How high are the labor costs?

Additional costs are incurred for the gardener or tradesperson.

For both turf and grass seed, soil preparation is essential. If you’re not familiar with it, you should seek professional help.
You can also have a specialist company handle the sowing to achieve the best results.

Include the following labor costs in your budget:

Soil preparation: 7–20 euros per square meter
Laying turf: 7–10 euros per square meter
Sowing by a specialist company: 1–3.50 euros per square meter

What additional costs can arise?

If you don’t have a “green thumb,” consider getting professional support when laying your lawn. Both craftsmen and garden companies can help. Especially for high-quality turf, professional assistance is worthwhile to avoid mistakes.

Expect the following additional costs when installing turf:

Watering after installation: 15–20 euros per square meter
Maintenance: 2.50 euros per square meter
Delivery costs: 100–200 euros per delivery

How high are the material costs for a new lawn?

Material costs are relatively low if you choose high-quality grass seed, though it takes at least 14 days to sprout and grow. With turf, you can enjoy instant green grass.

Expected material costs:

Turf: 2–10 euros per square meter
High-quality grass seed: 0.50–1 euro per square meter
Fertilizer: approx. 0.50 euro per square meter

What travel costs should I expect?

If the worksite is outside the provider’s service area, many contractors charge a travel fee — usually between 10 and 50 euros, depending on the region.