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Artificial turf questions
Artificial Turf FAQ for Sacramento Homeowners
Straight answers from the Total Turf team. For prices, see our published pricing.
Cost, estimates and financing
How much does artificial turf cost in Sacramento?
Our installed prices are published on our pricing page, by tier and square foot, with a calculator that gives you a ballpark in seconds. Your exact price is measured and written down at your free estimate.
What’s included in the price?
Removing your existing lawn, base prep and compaction, weed barrier, turf, infill, labor and cleanup. Extras like rock, a mow strip, pavers or a putting green are listed separately in your written estimate. See what each tier includes.
How do your estimates work?
Send us your info and Steph from our office replies the same business day to set up a time. We visit in person, measure your yard, show you samples and give you a written price. Your price only changes if you change the scope.
Do you offer financing or a senior discount?
Yes. Financing is available for qualified buyers, and checking your options does not affect your credit score. See financing details. Homeowners 55 and older can ask about our senior discount at the estimate.
Is there a rebate for artificial turf in Sacramento?
Usually not. The City of Sacramento’s grass conversion rebate lists artificial turf as ineligible. Other water providers set their own rules, so check with yours before you count on a rebate.
Heat, pets and kids
Does artificial turf get hot in Sacramento summers?
Yes, turf in direct summer sun gets warmer than natural grass. Our Elite tier uses cooling infill that runs cooler in direct sun, shade makes a big difference, and a quick spray from the hose cools the surface fast. Most families use their turf comfortably in the morning and evening.
Is artificial turf good for dogs?
Yes. Our Premium & Pet Turf tier is made for yards with dogs, with odor-control infill and turf that drains fast. No mud, dug-up patches or brown spots from urine. Pick up solids and rinse the potty area regularly.
Will pet turf smell?
Not if it is set up and cared for. Odor-control infill, a base that drains, and a regular rinse keep most yards fresh. Yards with heavy dog use do best with a periodic deep cleaning, and we offer that too.
Is artificial turf safe for kids?
The turf we install is made in the USA: lead-free, non-toxic turf, safe for kids and pets. We can send you the product spec sheet. For play areas, we can add a padded layer under the turf. Ask us at your estimate.
Installation
How long does a turf installation take?
Most installs take under a working week, based on the size and scope of your project. You get a clear schedule at your estimate, then a final walkthrough with you when we finish.
How soon can you start?
Once you approve your written estimate and pay a deposit, we put you on the calendar. The deposit is applied to your total. Install weeks fill in the order estimates are signed.
How do you install artificial turf?
The same 10 steps on every yard: remove the old lawn and soil, cap or reroute sprinklers, lay weed barrier, set the edging, build and compact the base rock, top it with fines, install and seam the turf, add infill, brush it in, and walk the finished yard with you. See all 10 steps.
Will weeds grow through the turf?
Rarely. We remove the old lawn, lay weed barrier and build a compacted base under every install. Now and then a weed can sprout at an edge or seam from seeds that blow in. They pull out easily.
Does artificial turf drain when it rains?
Yes. The turf backing is perforated and the base rock underneath lets water pass through, so it drains after rain and after a rinse. If your yard has a drainage problem, we will plan for it in your estimate.
Can you install turf on a slope, side yard or around a pool?
Yes. Slopes, narrow side yards and pool surrounds are common jobs for us. Slopes and tight access take extra work, which shows up in your written estimate.
Is there a minimum project size?
400 sq ft minimum (1,000 sq ft in Loomis, Lincoln and Auburn). Smaller areas are welcome as part of a bigger project.
Care, lifespan and warranty
How long does artificial turf last?
With a proper base and normal care, artificial turf commonly lasts 15 years or more. The turf we install carries a 15-year manufacturer warranty.
How much upkeep does artificial turf need?
Less than a lawn, but not zero. No mowing or fertilizing. Blow off leaves, rinse it now and then, brush high-traffic spots, and pick up after pets. Pet yards benefit from a periodic deep cleaning.
Will the turf fade in the Sacramento sun?
The turf we install is UV-stabilized for sun exposure, and fading is covered by the 15-year manufacturer warranty.
What warranty do you offer?
Two layers. Our workmanship warranty is 1, 2 or 3 years depending on your tier (Essential, Premium & Pet Turf or Elite), and every install also carries the 15-year manufacturer warranty on the turf itself.
Do you clean turf you didn’t install?
Yes. We clean existing artificial turf at the same prices whether or not we installed it. See cleaning prices.
Permits, HOAs and watering
Do I need a permit for artificial turf?
For a typical residential turf install, usually not. Major grading, drainage changes, retaining walls or commercial work can need one. We will tell you at your estimate if your project does.
Can my HOA stop me from installing artificial turf?
In California, generally no. Civil Code section 4735 bars HOAs from rules that prohibit artificial turf. Your HOA may still ask you to submit plans, and we can give you samples and product specs to include. This is general information, not legal advice.
Does artificial turf need watering?
A rinse now and then washes off dust and cleans pet areas. We cap or reroute the sprinklers under your new turf, and keep drip lines working for your plants.
About Total Turf
Who installs my turf?
Our own crew installs every turf project. Gerry leads the crew, and they are Total Turf employees with workers’ comp. Total Turf, Inc. holds California C-27 License #1125443 and is licensed, bonded and insured.
What areas do you serve?
Sacramento, Placer and El Dorado counties, including Elk Grove, Roseville, Folsom, Rocklin, Granite Bay, El Dorado Hills and more. Prices are the same in every city. See all service areas.
Do you replace old or worn-out turf?
Yes. We remove old turf, fix the base and drainage, and install new turf. Learn about turf replacement.
Do you work with businesses and HOAs?
Yes. We install turf for businesses, HOAs and property managers. See our commercial work.
Still have a question?
Call or text 916-671-0070, Monday to Saturday, 7am to 8pm, or send us your info below and Steph replies the same business day.
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