Can You Have Nice Grass and a Dog? The Answer is Yes!

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Have you given up on enjoying a pristine landscape? If you own pets, you’ve probably spent countless weekends cleaning up pet waste and repairing holes from dig-happy dogs. While it may seem like a permanent state, there is an innovative lawn solution that provides consistent quality regardless of pet activities — pet turf! 

With pet turf, you can say goodbye to holes, bald patches, urine stains, and other disruptions to your pristine outdoor space. If you’re considering artificial grass installation, read on to learn how pet turf can revolutionize your curb appeal and delight your dogs!

Say Goodbye to Discolored Grass

Your backyard isn’t just a place for playtime and naps; it’s also where dogs go to the bathroom. Over time, the high nitrogen content in pet urine burns your grass’s roots and pollutes the soil, turning your verdant sanctuary into a brown-spotted quagmire. The only way to fix this dead lawn appearance is to replace the soil bed entirely.

Thanks to innovative features and durable materials, synthetic grass products won’t burn or discolor. Pet turf easily withstands the nitrogen in pet urine, and since it doesn’t depend on soil, there’s no chance of pollution. Instead, you can enjoy a perfectly green lawn all year long. Artificial turf installers will also add drainage grids that facilitate high flow rates, preventing pet urine from pooling and promoting bacteria growth, keeping your landscape safer for your family.

Eliminate Pesky Bald Patches

Bald patches are another challenge facing dog owners. These can be caused by everything from innocent running to intentional digging. Although it’s understandable that homeowners dislike bald patches since they worsen the appearance of your landscape, bald patches are more than a blemish — they disrupt your lawn’s comfortable surface, subjecting your dog’s sensitive paw pads to rough surfaces and brittle grass.

So, how do you prevent a dirty home and patchy lawn? Pet turf, of course! Artificial grass products are made from durable yet flexible polyethylene fibers, which resist damage from dog nails and foot traffic. These fibers are reinforced into durable, polyurethane-coated backings with triple tuft-bind technology that enables them to withstand thousands of pounds of pull force! Try as they might, your dogs won’t be able to dig into your lawn.

No More Smelly Grass

Since dogs use the backyard to do their business, it makes sense that foul odors would develop. These unpleasant smells can be tricky to remove from your lawn, even after you’ve cleaned up your pet’s waste, and they present health risks in the form of bacteria-driven illnesses. If you’ve been paying attention, you’ve probably guessed that pet turf can help.

Synthetic turf installation provides your landscape with a top-of-the-line drainage system, including porous backings and efficient drainage grids. This combination provides optimal drainage rates of more than 30 inches per hour per square yard. This makes it easy to quickly rinse your lawn and prevent pet urine from pooling, in turn preventing the build-up of odor-causing bacteria. Antimicrobial infill provides additional protection, disrupting bacteria growth to inhibit pet odors at the source. With pet turf, you can guarantee a fresh, clean lawn year-round!

Create a Pet-Friendly Landscape

You don’t have to choose between a beautiful yard and your furry friend! Use pet turf installation to create a robust and pet-friendly lawn. At Grizzly Turf & Pavers, we’re experts at installing premium synthetic turf for pet owners. We can guide you in selecting the perfect product for your needs and budget. Our installers oversee the installation process from beginning to end, guaranteeing a picture-perfect lawn every member of your family will love! Call Grizzly Turf & Pavers today at 866-237-8873 or contact us online for a free quote.

How To Prepare Your Outdoor Space for Your Artificial Turf Installer

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If you want to elevate your property with a lavish yard, synthetic grass installation is a cost-effective way to do it! Premium residential turf mimics the visual and functional benefits of natural grass, but it also features unique technology that elevates cleanliness, comfort, and longevity.

If you’re investing in artificial grass installation, knowing how best to prepare your landscape for your installers is essential. The better you prepare, the smoother it will go. As synthetic turf experts, we’ve seen every kind of lawn — good and bad — so we know the impact of a well-prepared landscape on synthetic turf installations. This article provides our top tips for preparing your landscape for the arrival of artificial grass installers.

Start by Cleaning the Area

You wouldn’t want your guests to see a messy living room, so the same could be said for your landscape. However, cleaning the installation area is about more than first impressions. Removing obstacles will make it easier for synthetic grass installers to navigate your lawn, increasing installation efficiency and speed. We love it when customers give us a clean slate!

Lawn cleaning checklist

  • Remove grass, weeds, and natural debris
  • Remove outdoor furniture, like chairs and tables
  • Remove potted plants and other decor
  • Trim overhanging branches

The less work we have to do to clean your landscape, the faster and more effectively we’ll be able to install your synthetic turf products.

Ensure Proper Drainage

Drainage is an essential part of the installation process. Residential turf features porous backings and efficient drainage grids, which prevent heavy rain and pet urine from swamping your landscape. 

We can’t ensure optimal drainage unless we know about your lawn’s specific drainage issues, such as soggy spots or uneven grading that causes consistent pooling of water. Inform your technicians in advance of any drainage issues you’re aware of so they can adequately grade your lawn to ensure efficient water flow.

Plan for Access

Our technicians require easy access to your landscape so we can bring in the necessary materials and equipment to complete artificial grass installation. The last thing we want is to take longer than expected to complete the job because we faced unexpected challenges moving in and out of your backyard. 

If you have gates, ensure they are unlocked and wide enough for us to fit machinery and other equipment through. Accessible parking is also important. If you have a driveway, we encourage you to move any vehicles so we can park as close to the installation site as possible. Otherwise, inform your technician where they can park and of any relevant street parking regulations. This will save us time trying to find adequate parking or walking long distances to reach the site.

Identify Any Utilities

To guarantee a safe landscape with residential turf, we need to know about any underground utilities. These include sprinkler systems, septic tanks, electrical lines, and other plumbing fixtures. Mark these utilities and inform our technicians so we can implement custom solutions and avoid causing unwanted damage to your home’s crucial systems. This knowledge is essential for ensuring a safe and successful excavation process.

Prepare Yourself (and Your Neighbors) for the Noise

Given the excavation, grading, compacting, and hammering of stakes, it’s no surprise that synthetic grass installation causes a lot of noise. It also kicks up dust and debris. You can mitigate the impact of these things by keeping windows and doors closed, which will muffle the sounds and keep dust outdoors. Additionally, keep pets and children inside to prevent accidental injuries.

We also recommend covering outdoor furniture or storing it indoors to protect it from dust and debris. The same goes for sensitive plants. They’ll be safe to return outdoors immediately after installation, but they should be removed for the duration of the process. It’s also kind to notify neighbors of potential noise disturbances and how long they will last. When you work with Grizzly Turf, rest assured that we complete most turf installations in just one day.

Choose Reliable Synthetic Turf Installers

If you want to elevate your lawn with artificial grass, Grizzly Turf & Pavers has the expertise and exceptional care you deserve! We strive for unmatched customer satisfaction, completing custom landscapes using the highest quality products. Our specialists will consult with you, helping design a lawn that caters to your needs and available space. We work with a meticulous process that ensures each step is completed perfectly. Call Grizzly Turf & Pavers today at 866-237-8873 or contact us online for a free quote.