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How Long Does Installation Take

Published on 23 Sep 2020

by Mike Tuhaka

Key takeaways

Installing artificial grass on a typical sized lawn takes about 1 to 2 days on average.
Lawns larger than 100 square metres may need an additional day or two.
Difficult access, such as climbing several steps, and elaborate curved edging both add time to the job.
Removing an existing lawn can take close to a day, and installing the base takes another half day to a full day.
Summer is an ideal time to install because the days are longer, and it’s best to talk through your lawn use with your contractor beforehand.

Installing artificial grass is commonly mistaken as a long process. Most people think that they need to allot more time to have one in their backyard. However, it’s mostly dependent on some factors.

On average, it takes about 1-2 days to have an artificial turf installed in a typical sized garden. But if your lawn is larger than 100 sq. meters, you may need an additional day or two.

To help you calculate, let’s look at some factors that will affect the installation time.

Factor 1: Accessibility of your garden

A small lawn can take more than two days to complete. But if it isn’t easily accessible, that is, if you need to go up and down or climb several steps, it will take longer.

Pro tip: one of the easiest pathways to your garden is your home. Make sure you’re at home so workers can easily access your lawn and speed up the installation.

Factor 2: Edging choices

If you opted for a more elaborate curved edging, it could take longer to install. More preparation is needed to have this type of edging finished.

Factor 3: Size of your lawn

It would nearly take a day for your entire existing lawn to be removed. However, if you have a small lawn, it can be removed in less than a day. Installing the base would take another half a day or a whole day. Finally, the laying of the putting green can also eat up another day if you have a more extensive lawn.

Conclusion

Installing your artificial grass can take one to two days minimum, depending on accessibility, type of edging, and lawn size. It’s ideal to have artificial turf installed in the summer since the days are longer. Also, it’s best to talk possible overlapping schedules on the use of your lawn with your contractor before the installation.

Mike Tuhaka

Mike Tuhaka runs Perth Landscape Guys. He and his team design and build outdoor spaces right across Perth, from Currambine down to Mandurah, including paving, decking, retaining walls, artificial grass, lawn and reticulation. They are preferred installers for Freo Stone, Eco Stone and Remastone, and have worked on commercial projects for Murdoch University and Parsons Group. What customers mention most is Mike’s honest advice and the regular updates from the first plan to the final clean up.

We are extremely happy with the work that Michael, Mike, Sam and their team completed at our house. They re-did our whole front yard and were the easiest to work with throughout the entire project. Nothing was ever a drama for them and their experience came in handy when the project had to pivot mid way through. Would definitely recommend for large residential projects, and would have them back again.

Chris Prell

We had a fabulous experience with Perth Landscape Guys from the start to the end. It was a difficult job given they had to fill in our swimming pool then deck the entire area. Access was terribly hard given we have an internal courtyard with no external access. Despite this they managed the process so well. They communicated throughout and very hands on. We could not fault their service. We are so happy with the outcome.

Debra Hart

Brilliant! We could not be happier with our amazing outdoor space. Mike and his whole team did not disappoint. From the first point of contact with Michael and all the way through with each of the crew, all were excellent. Bonnie’s skill and workmanship must be commended. We are extremely happy with the transformation and new alfresco space, boardwalk along with the front garden beds and retaining walls. Throughly recommend engaging the Landscape Guys!

Bryony

I recently had my backyard transformed and couldn't be happier with the results. I started with a fairly 'arm-wavey' design, but the team successfully converted it into reality including limestone walls, paving, grass and a new reticulation system. Sam was excellent to deal with, he checked in every morning to discuss progress and provided clear options whenever issues arose. The entire project was completed quickly and on budget.

Samuel Bayford

Perth Landscape Guys carried out a large backyard renovation for us, including pavers, turf and pool landscaping. Every member of the team provided exceptional service, went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with the final product and were great to deal with. Mike, Jamie, Chris, Sam and James did an absolutely excellent job - would give more than 5 stars if I could!

Joseph Restifo

I am very impressed with the way the work was done on my garden, and the results. From the initial quote through demolition and removal of existing landscaping, construction of a small wall, extending brick paving, cladding a fence, installation of artificial turf and final clean up, the work was promptly and immaculately done. The price seemed reasonable, comparable with a couple of other quotes. I'm now enjoying going outside!

Christine W

We got Mike and the guys to do the landscaping around our new build house. The job had many different parts to it - paving, laying turf, tree planting, security gate installation etc. We're very happy with the result - job complete on time and to a high standard. We have no hesitation in recommending them for any landscape project.

Tadhg O'Reilly

Thanks to Mike and the Perth Landscape Guys awsome job and a special thanks to Chris and Joel for the paving and front limestone wall we are proud of our outdoor area Thank you

Shirley Hemley

We engaged the Perth Landscape Guys to enhance our pool surround (complete the paving, fencing, etc) following the installation of our pool, and are incredibly impressed with the results. From planning to completion, the team has gone above and beyond to bring our project to life, and ensured every detail met (and exceeded) our expectations. A huge thanks to the entire team! We highly recommend their services.

Lewis Taylor

Happy with our paving job. The guys were on time. helpful and when I had a minor issue on completion they didn't hesitate to come and rectify. Highly recommend them

Mario Samarelli

How Long Does Installation Take

Key takeaways

Factor 1: Accessibility of your garden

Factor 2: Edging choices

Factor 3: Size of your lawn

Conclusion

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