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Artificial Turf Installation Process

SA Landscaping is your Local Artificial Grass Installer
Skip the mowing and watering—get a pristine lawn that’s built to handle Texas sun, pets, and play. Our Turf Installation Team uses proven methods, premium materials, and pro-grade tools to deliver a natural look with proper drainage and a long lifespan.

Unlike shortcut crews who lay turf over old grass, we do it right. We suppress and remove vegetation, excavate and haul off, install and compact the base in lifts, add a fine leveling layer, set edging, address drainage, seam the turf correctly, add the right infill, power‑broom, roll, and walk you through care. Results you can count on.

Get Your Turf Installed by Professionals! Don’t waste time and money on improper installs.

San Antonio backyard lawn treated with backpack sprayer applying herbicide to remove weeds and prepare for turf installation, showing mixed green and brown patches and Hill Country suburban home in background.

❶ Vegetation Suppression

We apply a targeted herbicide (conventional or organic upon request) 3–5 days before installation to stop existing grass and weeds from pushing through. Ask about our Eco-Friendly options!

❷ Removal & Site Clearing

We remove dead grass, weeds, and surface organics. Haul off debris. Lightly scrape the surface as needed to prep for base work.

Helotes residential backyard workers removing dead grass and weeds with wheelbarrow of debris, freshly cleared soil ready for turf installation and yard renovation.
Backyard surface being prepared with compactable road base as plate compactor levels and compacts layers to create stable foundation for new turf installation.

❸ Base Prep (Depth As Needed)

Add compactable road base where required for stability and drainage. Compact in thin lifts to create a firm, even foundation without over‑digging.

➍ Fine Grading Layer

Spread a thin layer of decomposed granite or screenings. Screed and level to achieve a smooth, consistent surface that helps turf lay flat.

Landscaper spreading decomposed granite with metal screed to create smooth, level base for turf installation, small screenings being raked for even surface in Helotes backyard.

Composite edging installation along garden bed border creating clean transition between future turf and landscaped beds, partially installed steel strip with mallet and stakes visible.

➎ Edging & Borders (As Needed)

Install steel, bender board, paver, or concrete edging where needed to lock turf edges, prevent lift, and create clean transitions to beds, walks, or patios.

➏ Drainage Setup

Set proper slope/crown so water flows away from structures and doesn’t pool. Add simple drains or tie‑ins only if site conditions require it.

Backyard graded with slight slope away from stone patio with drainage pipe and gravel trench installation to ensure proper water flow before turf installation in Hill Country setting.

Artificial turf being rolled out and edges trimmed around stone walkway as part of backyard turf installation, landscaper kneeling to ensure precise fit and clean finish.

➐ Turf Layout & Precision Trimming

Roll out turf and align the blade direction. Precisely trim around curves, trees, and hardscape for tight, professional fits with minimal gaps.

➑ Professional Seaming

Join rolls with premium seam tape and adhesive. Match grain and tension to create strong, nearly invisible seams that won’t split or telegraph.

Close-up of two artificial turf rolls joined with seam tape and adhesive with landscaper pressing seam to match blade direction for invisible seam during turf installation.

Artificial turf secured with perimeter nails while landscaper brushes light-colored infill into turf fibers using push broom, bags of infill visible during turf installation.

➒ Securement & Infill Application

Fasten perimeter with 5–6 inch nails or staples at proper spacing. Brush in selected infill (silica, antimicrobial/pet, and/or cooling) based on use, pets, and sun exposure.

➓ Power‑Broom, Roll & Care Briefing

Power‑broom to lift fibers and settle infill, then roll for a smooth finish. Walk you through cleaning, brushing, odor control for pets, and simple ongoing maintenance.

Landscaper using power broom to lift artificial turf fibers and evenly distribute infill on completed backyard lawn, finished vibrant surface ready for use in Helotes Hill Country home.

Why Proper Turf Installation Matters

Long‑Term Performance: A compacted base and correct seams prevent ripples, wrinkles, and trip edges.
Better Drainage: The right base and slope help rain and pet urine drain through quickly to reduce odor.
Realistic Look: Fine grading, quality turf, and correct infill make the lawn look natural from day one.
Pet & Kid Friendly: Fast‑drain backings and antimicrobial infills help keep play areas cleaner and fresher.

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