Common questions. Straight answers.

Installed turf runs $11 to $18 per square foot for residential yards in 2026. A 500 sq ft backyard typically lands $5,500 to $9,000. Pet turf adds $2–$3/sq ft for the deeper drainage and zeolite infill. We give line-item quotes — demo, base, turf, infill, labor — so you can see exactly what you're paying for.

Demo and grading, class-II base compacted to 95% density, premium turf with multi-tone blades and 12+ year UV warranty, bender board edges, glued seams, infill brushed in, and final cleanup. No surprise add-ons after the quote.

Yes. Free in-home quotes anywhere in San Diego County. No deposit to schedule. We measure with a wheel, check drainage and access, and give you a written line-item price on the spot in most cases.

Yes. Most live-turf-to-artificial conversions in San Diego County qualify for $3–$4 per square foot. We walk you through the application — which has to be submitted before install — and supply the post-conversion documentation. Typical timeline application to rebate check: 3–5 months.

Pet turf uses permeable backing (drains urine straight through), a deeper drainage layer, zeolite infill (chemically binds ammonia from urine), and tighter seam glue. Standard turf in a heavy-pet yard smells by August and fails in 5 years. Pet turf lasts 15+.

Starter greens (200 sq ft, single cup) start around $4,500 installed. Mid-size greens (350–500 sq ft, 2–3 cups, fringe ring) run $7,500 to $14,000. Custom greens with serious contour, multiple cups, and chip pads run $15,000 to $25,000+.

Yes. Patio turf is glued to the existing surface with marine-grade polyurethane adhesive, with drainage holes punched in the backing where puddling could occur. $9–$14 per sq ft installed. One-day job on most patios under 500 sq ft.

Yes — for condo balconies and roof decks. We use lightweight systems (under 2 lbs/sq ft installed) on a low-profile drainage tile. Coordinate with the building manager on weight limits and access. Most balcony installs complete in a single day.

Yes — turf surface temps run 30–50°F over ambient on full-sun afternoons. Cool-running infills (zeolite, blue-tinted blends) and lighter-color turf grades help. For yards in full inland sun (Escondido, El Cajon in August), plan a shade source if pets or kids will use the yard midday.

Premium turf with proper install lasts 15 to 20 years. UV exposure is the main wear factor — coastal yards hit the high end, inland 12–15 years. The base lasts indefinitely; if turf eventually needs replacement, the existing base typically still works.

California law (AB-1572) prohibits HOAs from blocking residential artificial turf. Most HOAs still want a spec sheet submitted for review. We provide approved spec sheets for most major SD County HOAs and help with the architectural review submission.

Yes. We grade for drainage, sometimes add a perforated drain line tied into existing yard drainage, and use bender board edges to hold the install. Slopes don't change the turf — they change the base prep and drainage plan.

Pick up debris and pet waste daily. Hose-rinse weekly in summer (monthly the rest of the year). Brush blades against the grain monthly. Pet yards: quarterly enzyme treatment. Once-a-year professional power-brush optional but extends life.

Usually one of three things: standard infill (silica) instead of zeolite, drainage failure under the base, or saturated infill on an older install. We can refresh infill ($400–$800 for a 500 sq ft yard) or inspect the base. Quarterly enzyme treatment prevents recurrence.

Reseams and patches are routine. We bring color-matched turf when possible (or use leftover roll from your install). BBQ burns, pet damage, lifted edges — most repairs are same-week scheduling and start at $250.

Same-week scheduling on most yards under 1,500 sq ft. Quote visits typically within 2–3 business days. Larger projects (1,500+ sq ft, custom putting greens) book 2–4 weeks out in spring and fall peak.

1–3 days for most residential yards under 2,000 sq ft. Patio installs and rooftop balconies often finish in a single day. Custom putting greens with serious contour can take a full week. We confirm the schedule before booking and clean up daily.

Yes — California CSLB Class C-27 Landscaping Contractor, fully insured, with $2M general liability. Certificates of insurance available on request for HOAs and commercial clients.

We install across every city in San Diego County — coastal communities, central, North County Inland, North Coastal, East County, South Bay, and the backcountry. If you're in the county, we cover you.