Get An Artificial Grass for Your Backyard Needs
There are a lot of artificial grass installation companies out there. What sets us apart is that we do a turf installation and gravel sub-base combination to produce a beautiful, yet firm turf foundation that can be used as a hangout area, workout area, and much more! Our artificial grass foundation creates a base that is stable, level, and, most importantly, much more durable than a simple turf layer.
If you’re looking for an artificial grass foundation for sports hobbies, a firepit, or even a pool pad, it’s essential that the turf installation is done on top of a sturdy sub-base, like a gravel foundation.
Plus, our artificial grass installation services include a weed fabric barrier that is placed between the ground and stone sub-base. This acts as a weed suppressant and foundation stabilizer. The weed fabric is also permeable, allowing for efficient drainage.
Artificial Grass Uses
Sports
Installing a turf and gravel base can be a great way to practice your favorite sport. A batting cage, golf driving range, and plenty of other sport’s hobbies all work great on an artificial grass base. Practice your hobby sports right in your backyard!
Swingset Base
If you’re buying a swingset, you NEED a level base for the whole setup. This keeps your swingset from tipping and provides a safe playground for your kids. A turf swingset base is firm and level, which keeps your kids happy and safe.
Pool Pad
Don’t you hate jumping out of your pool and landing on sharp stones? While a stone foundation under a pool is good for stabilization, it’s painful to walk on. Our artificial grass foundations solve this problem with a top layer of soft turf.
Outdoor Dog Turf Pad
A dog turf pad provides a safe and hygienic area for dogs to play and relieve themselves. The turf pad mimics the feel/look of real grass. It is resistant to chewing, digging and is easy to clean.
Firepit/Hangout Area
Installing artificial grass can also be used for a firepit/hangout area. Enjoy relaxing with friends on a peaceful evening by a blazing fire, sipping hot tea and talking about bygone days.
Dog Pad Yard
Using artificial turf as a foundation to your playground area, provides a pleasant, safe area for your children to play. Keep your play area looking luscious and green, while also free of hazardous splinters and rocks.
How We Install Artificial Grass
1. Excavate & Install Perimeter
The first step is to level the site. We do this by usually removing the first 6”-8” of dirt. To contain the stone and keep it compacted (which we do in step #3), we then install a pressure-treated wooden perimeter, which is secured to the ground with rebar.
2. Add A Stabilization Fabric
Once the perimeter is secured and the ground is leveled, we add a weed barrier fabric accross the entire pad that keeps the weeds suppressed and also keeps the ground separated from the stone. Plus, the fabric is permeable, allowing for efficient drainage.
3. Add Crushed Stone (Gravel)
We then add a 2”-4” layer of crushed limestone (gravel); we generally use “¾” clean” stone. Once the layer is added, we compact the stone to lock it into place. This provides a sturdy and stable base for the final step: turf installation.
4. Turf Installation
It’s now time to install the turf. We’ll cut the turf into sections and then tape them together at the seams. To ensure a secure turf base, we fasten the turf to the wooden perimeter. Once the turf is fastened, we tamp the surface to take out any wrinkles or bubbles across the pad.
Where We Install Our Artificial Grass
Site Prep serves most of the Mid-Atlantic USA. If you’re interested in artificial turf installation in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Baltimore, Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Ohio, and beyond, we’ve got you covered! Our artificial turf installation service area includes rural and metropolitan areas, such as the greater New York and Philadelphia. You can see our full service area here. If you have any questions about our service area, please contact us or call us at (717) 799-7311.
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FAQs
Having a sturdy base and sub-base layer under artificial turf is essential. We recommend a gravel foundation for a sturdy base underneath your artificial turf pad.
Artificial turf pads are generally a safe option for children and pets. However, factors such as chemical composition and heat retention should be considered. While their shock absorption capabilities can prevent injury, it’s also important to ensure that the turf doesn’t get too hot or that the pad is non-toxic.
Artificial turf pads require minimal maintenance compared to natural grass. Typical maintenance includes regular cleaning, fluffing and brushing, and inspection for any weed growth, odors, or areas of poor drainage.
Artificial turf pads can be installed on various surfaces, such as soil, asphalt, concrete, gravel, and decking. To determine which surface is right for your artificial turf pad, please contact us, we’d be happy to help!
In general, high-quality artificial turf pads tend to last 8 to 15 years or more. The specific lifespan of your artificial turf depends on the quality of materials, frequency and intensity of use, environmental conditions, maintenance practices, and installation quality.
Yes, artificial turf pads help promote improved water drainage. We install our artificial turf pads with a weed fabric barrier that also improves drainage.
Yes, artificial turf pads can be recycled.
Artificial turf pads do not prevent weed growth alone. When installed with base layers such as gravel and geotextile fabrics, the entire turf pad system works together to combat weed growth. That’s why we include a base layer and a weed fabric barrier in our artificial turf pad installation process.