Installing artificial landscape turf at the end of construction on a new custom home can be a great long-term investment, ensuring an attractive, well-groomed lawn year-round, no matter the weather or the time you spend on it.
Many luxury homeowners in South Carolina are increasingly interested in options that always look well-manicured, beautiful, and are safe for kids and pets. Not only that, but artificial turf has a lot of environmental benefits like helping with water conservation, reducing chemical runoff, and it’s long-lasting. Some types have heat-reducing fibers, too, to make it comfortable for bare feet and your fur babies.
When factoring in artificial turf during your custom build, we can check local regulations to ensure synthetic turf is permitted. Carefully measure and plan installation, selecting the right type of turf that’s durable enough for pets and soft enough for children. For good installation, site preparation is key. With the potential for a high return on investment, a synthetic lawn may be the best choice for you.
Plan and build the custom home of your dreams with Blythe Custom Homes.
Your Guide to Adding Artificial Landscape Turf to Your Custom Home
Artificial landscape turf keeps your lawn looking fresh, healthy, and green, no matter the weather or time of year. Good installation makes all the difference in appearance, and can give you that high-end look for years to come.
Check Local Regulations
First, you need to know whether any Homeowner Association or local regulations regarding artificial turf apply to your property. There may be strict color, infill, and pile height requirements and restrictions, as well as rules for permeability and draining.
Measure & Plan
The next step is measuring the area you want to install artificial turf and planning the design. Artificial turf works well in front and backyards, side yards, or designated pet areas, decks, and play areas for children. Tell us more about your vision, and we can help you plan and execute it.
Measuring and planning let you anticipate the added cost of artificial landscape turf and how much it will affect your total budget. We can help you decide the best ways to do that so you get exactly what you want.
Select Landscape Turf
Then, you get to choose the artificial turf you want to install. We can suggest durable, soft, and heat-resistant materials ideal for high-traffic, pet-friendly areas. Landscape turf can give you the look of a fresh green lawn year-round when you choose a high-quality option.
Prepare the Site
A good amount of land preparation is required before you can install artificial turf on your property. We’ll remove all existing vegetation, install edging to define the perimeter, and create and compact a drainage base.
Without proper site preparation, weeds might grow through synthetic turf, your property could experience serious drainage issues, and the artificial turf itself might shift or wrinkle.
Cut & Install the Turf
We acclimate artificial turf to your environment by rolling it out and letting it sit in the sun for a few hours before installing it. When laying the turf, we can ensure the blade direction of all pieces points the same way and seamlessly blends into one another. Making careful and intentional cuts is important so we don’t let any artificial turf go to waste.
Apply the Infill
The infill is silica sand, acrylic-coated sand, or zeolite that helps hold the turf in place. This is spread evenly over the turf after installation, and we can use a broom to ensure the infill is everywhere. Infill that is kid-friendly and pet-friendly is important to many homeowners, and we can point you towards non-toxic options with deodorizing properties.
What Makes Adding Artificial Landscape Turf to Your Custom Home Worth It?
There are many benefits of investing in artificial landscape turf as a homeowner, whether for entire lawns or designated areas, and we can help you realize them during your custom build.
Artificial landscape turf costs more upfront, but it also costs far less to maintain over the long run. It is incredibly low-maintenance, staying vibrant and fresh-looking without frequent watering, fertilization, aeration, or other maintenance.
FAQs About Adding Artificial Landscape Turf to Your Custom Home
Can You Add Artificial Landscape Turf to Your Custom Home if You Have Pets?
Artificial landscape turf is a popular choice among pet-friendly households, offering a durable, low-maintenance alternative to grass. Pets can’t dig or get nearly as muddy in artificial turf, which is a bonus.
Artificial turf can be a hygienic option, too, offering odor control and easy maintenance.
Is Artificial Landscape Turf Good for Kids?
Artificial landscape turf can serve as a soft, hypoallergenic, and durable alternative to grass. Children can play in a more hygienic environment, free of bugs and pollen, and parents don’t have to worry about grass or dirt stains on clothing.
Does Artificial Landscape Turf Work Better in Certain Climates?
Artificial turf works well in most climates but is especially appealing to homeowners in hotter and wetter areas like South Carolina. Rather than letting your lawn turn into a muddy mess during the rainiest and warmest season, keep it looking lush and green all year-round.
Is Adding Artificial Landscape Turf to Your Custom Home More Expensive?
Adding artificial landscape turf to your custom home costs more than buying sod, but it eliminates most future landscaping costs, offering significant long-term savings.
Does Adding Artificial Landscape Turf to Your Custom Home Take More Time?
Adding artificial landscape turf to your custom home takes longer during construction because we must prepare the ground and install the turf. It also saves you time in the future, however, since you won’t need to spend time watering, mowing, aerating, or maintaining your synthetic lawn.
Does Adding Artificial Landscape Turf to Your Custom Home Have a Good ROI?
Homeowners may increase the value of their new custom builds by installing artificial turf during construction. High-quality turf is durable and can last 15 years or longer. It also contributes to higher curb appeal if your lawn appears green and healthy year-round.
When Should You Add Artificial Landscape Turf to Your Custom Home?
Artificial landscape turf should be installed once construction is complete, during the final stages of outdoor landscaping and hardscaping, so that all construction debris and mess are removed.
Trust Us with Custom Home Construction
Plan and construct a new custom house with help from Blythe Custom Homes.
