Sacramento's Honest Turf Pricing

How Much Does Artificial Turf Cost in Sacramento?

Real installed prices. No guesswork, no bait-and-switch. We put our numbers on the page so you can make a smart decision before you ever call us.

What You'll Pay — And Why

Most Sacramento turf contractors won't put prices online. We do. Below is our full tier breakdown, what drives the number up or down, real project examples with price tags attached, and a financing breakdown so you can see your monthly payment. If you want a firm number for your specific yard, we'll come measure it for free.

Pricing by Tier — Fully Installed

Budget — $15/sq ft

1-year warranty. Best for simple flat yards with pre-graded dirt and clear access. Includes excavation, Class II road base, decomposed granite, Everglade Fescue Light turf, and silica sand infill.

BUDGET

$15 / SQ FT

BUDGET

$15 / SQ FT

  • SGW Everglade Fescue Light — 1.5" Pile Height
  • Silica Sand Infill
  • 1-Year Craftsmanship Coverage

1-Year Craftsmanship Warranty

15-Year Manufacturers Warranty

• USA made Artififical Turf — 1.5" Pile Height

• Silica Sand Infill

⭐ Most Popular

Standard — $17/sq ft

3-year warranty. Our recommended tier for most Sacramento homes. Full excavation including clay, Class II road base, 1.5" turf, Cleanfill, backed directly by Total Turf.

STANDARD

$17 / SQ FT

RECOMMENDED

  • SGW Everglade Fescue Light — 1.5" Pile Height
  • CleanFill Infill — Antimicrobial + Antibacterial
  • Best Value — Premium Turf at a Competitive Price

♦ 2-Year Craftsmanship Warranty

♦ 15-Year Manufacturers' Warranty

• USA made Artififical Turf — 1.5" Pile Height

• CleanFill Infill — Antimicrobial + Antibacterial

• Best Value — Premium Turf at a Competitive Price

Premium — $23/sq ft

5-year warranty. Built for pet households. Includes 2.5" turf, Cleanfill antimicrobial  odor-control infill engineered for dogs. Best option if you have pets.

PREMIUM

$21–$23 (Putting Green) / SQ FT

PREMIUM

$23 / SQ FT

  • SGW Diamond Pro Fescue — 1.875" Pile Height
  • CleanFill Infill — Antimicrobial + Antibacterial
  • Most Realistic Look and Feel

3-Year Craftsmanship Warranty

15-Year Manufacturers Warranty

• USA made Artififical Turf — 2.5" Pile Height

• CleanFill Infill — Antimicrobial + Antibacterial

• Most Realistic Look and Feel

• Great for curb appeal and front yards

Real Projects. Real Prices.

Every install is different. Here's what some Sacramento-area projects actually cost — and exactly what we did.

Elk Grove artificial turf project

Quick front
YARD

$8,400

  • 450 sq ft of artificial turf
  • Full excavation + class II base
  • 4 sprinkler heads capped
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El Dorado Hills artificial turf project

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TURF + PAVER
MAKE OVER

$42,854

  • 1,700 sq ft artificial turf + paver integration
  • Sloped terrain grading
  • Custom flagstone
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Sacramento putting green project

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TOTAL TURF TRANSFORMATION

$74,094

  • 3,500 sq ft premium front and back yard turf
  • Decorative rock throughout
  • Endless compliments
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Lincoln artificial turf front yard project

PLAYGROUND
REFRESH

$109,789

• 4,000 sq ft of playground artificial turf

• Tree stump removal + root haul-off

• Envirofill antimicrobial infill

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Lincoln artificial turf front yard project

BOCCE COURT
PARADISE

$29,580

• 750 sq ft bocce ball court artificial turf

• Envirofill antimicrobial infill

• Concrete border

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Lincoln artificial turf front yard project

sLOPED FRONT YARD

$29,455

• Silica Sand infill

• Decorative rock

• USA Made turf

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Lincoln artificial turf front yard project

Swimmers delight

$13,340

• 550 sq ft pool border

• Seamless integration into existing hardscape

• Zero fade turf

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Lincoln artificial turf front yard project

oil change

$47,580

• Bark and artificial turf

• Seamless integration into existing building

• Instant curb and business appeal

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Lincoln artificial turf front yard project

PGA PRO PUTTING GREEN

$37,323

• PGA level putting green

• Decorative rock

• Side gate

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Lincoln artificial turf front yard project

PUTTING GREEN SIDE

$19,660

• USA made turf

• Decorative rock

• Cocrete patio pour

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Lincoln artificial turf front yard project

Turf and mowstrip

$13,000

• USA Made turf

• Tucked edges along existing retaining

• Aggregate mow strip replacement

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doggy day dreams

$35,732

• USA Made turf

• Tucked edges along existing retaining

• Instant zoomies

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What Moves the Price Up or Down

Increases Cost

Slopes or uneven terrain • Dense Sacramento clay • Sprinkler heads to cap and remove • Narrow gate or limited access • Concrete demo before install • Complex shapes with high cut waste • Combined turf + pavers + concrete scope

  • Slopes or uneven terrain
  • Dense Sacramento clay soil
  • Tree root removal & stump grinding
  • Heavy tree or shrub demolition
  • Debris removal and haul-off
  • Sprinkler heads to cap and remove
  • Narrow gate or limited equipment access
  • Concrete demo before install
  • Complex shapes with high cut waste
  • Combined turf + pavers + concrete scope

• Slopes or uneven terrain

• Dense Sacramento clay soil

• Tree root removal & stump grinding

• Heavy tree or shrub demolition

• Debris removal and haul-off

• Sprinkler heads to cap and remove

• Narrow gate or limited access

• Concrete demo before install

• Complex shapes with high cut waste

• Slopes or uneven terrain

• Dense Sacramento clay soil

• Tree root removal & stump grinding

• Heavy tree or shrub demolition

• Debris removal and haul-off

• Sprinkler heads to cap and remove

• Narrow gate or limited access

• Concrete demo before install

Decreases Cost

Flat pre-graded dirt with no vegetation • Wide open equipment access • Simple rectangular shape • No existing hardscape to remove • Larger square footage (better material efficiency) • No irrigation in the turf footprint

  • Flat pre-graded dirt with no vegetation
  • Wide open equipment access
  • Simple rectangular shape
  • No existing hardscape to remove
  • Larger square footage (better material efficiency)
  • No irrigation in the turf footprint
  • No trees, roots, or stumps present

• Flat pre-graded dirt, no vegetation

• Wide open equipment access

• Simple rectangular shape

• No existing hardscape to remove

• Larger square footage (better efficiency)

• No irrigation in the turf footprint

• No trees, roots, or stumps present

0% APR Financing — Up to 24 Months

Get your yard done now and pay it off interest-free. With mortgage rates where they are, this is one of the most powerful ways to invest in your home.

$15,000 project

$625/mo

APR

0%

Over 24 months at 0% APR. A 10% convenience fee applies (5% for 12-month). Disclosed in writing before you sign anything.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does artificial turf cost in Sacramento?

Installed artificial turf in Sacramento ranges from $15 to $23 per square foot depending on tier and complexity. Most residential installs land between $15 and $21/sq ft. All pricing includes excavation, sub-base, materials, labor, and cleanup — nothing extra.

What is the cheapest artificial turf option in Sacramento?

Our budget tier starts at $15/sq ft for simple flat yards with pre-graded dirt and clear access — includes a 1-year warranty. Most Sacramento yards with clay soil or irrigation price closer to our $17/sq ft Standard tier.

Does the price include installation or just materials?

All Total Turf pricing is fully installed. Every number includes excavation, sub-base prep, materials, labor, and cleanup. What you see is what you pay — no surprise add-ons.

Do you offer financing on turf installation?

Yes. Total Turf offers 0% APR financing for 12 or 24 months. A convenience fee applies — 5% for 12-month, 10% for 24-month. All fees are disclosed in writing before you sign anything.

Is artificial turf worth it in Sacramento?

For most Sacramento homeowners, yes. A typical lawn costs $1,200–$2,500/year to maintain. Artificial turf eliminates that after a one-time install. Most homeowners break even within 3–4 years and come out ahead every year after.

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