Artificial Grass in Sacramento, CA

Artificial grass in Sacramento solves two very different problems depending on the neighborhood. In older parts of the city, Sacramento's famous tree canopy shades lawns so heavily that grass thins and dies. In newer, more open neighborhoods, lawns bake through a long dry summer. Artificial grass works in both: it does not need sun, and it does not need water.

The City of Trees

Sacramento was designated the first U.S. "City of Trees" by the Arbor Day Foundation in 1978 and is often said to have more trees per capita than any city in the world. London plane trees are the most common. Under that canopy, we protect roots, keep base depth shallow where needed, and choose an infill that stays put when you blow off leaves.

Heat and the delta breeze

Sacramento averages about 76 days a year at or above 90 degrees and about 14 at or above 100, with a record of 116 set September 6, 2022. The evening delta breeze cools nights sharply, which helps turf shed heat after sunset. On hot afternoons, synthetic grass in full sun gets much hotter than the air, so we plan shade for play and pet areas.

Winter rain and flat ground

The city averages about 18 inches of rain a year, mostly November through April, and sits only about 26 feet above sea level at the meeting of the Sacramento and American rivers. Flat, low lots drain slowly. We slope the base toward an outlet so rain does not pool under the turf.

Owners and renters

In 2020, about half of Sacramento's 192,560 occupied homes were rented. Landlords use artificial grass to cut upkeep; owners use it to save water and weekends.

Popular Sacramento projects

• Shaded front lawns under street trees
• Dog yards
• Rental property lawns
• Putting greens

Pricing

National published ranges put installed artificial grass at about $6 to $22 per square foot. Your written estimate lists each item.

Water provider

Sacramento's water rules and any rebates come from the city or your district. Check before removing any lawn, since many programs require pre-approval.

Older neighborhoods and sidewalks

In older Sacramento neighborhoods, street-tree roots often lift sidewalks and invade lawns. We work around roots by hand, keep the base shallow near them, and leave room so trees stay healthy. Parkway strips between sidewalk and curb are a common conversion.

Timeline

Most Sacramento front yards take one to two days; backyards with tight side access may take longer.

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