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Artificial Grass Installation in Fountain Hills AZ

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Apex Turf Serving Fountain Hills AZ

Apex Turf is your local, licensed and insured artificial grass installer serving Fountain Hills.

We specialize in creating beautiful, low-maintenance landscapes that complement the unique desert scenery and mountain views of our community.

Whether you’re looking for an attractive front yard, a backyard built for entertaining, a pet-friendly turf area, or even a custom putting green, we install USA-made turf designed to look natural, drain quickly, and stay cool under the Arizona sun.

We’re local, experienced, and committed to making your project straightforward, transparent, and built to last.

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Artificial Turf Lawns

The average Arizona lawn guzzles about 55 gallons of water per square foot every year.

Switching even a modest 600 sq ft lawn to artificial turf can save more than 32,000 gallons annually. All while keeping your yard green year-round.

Water-saving. Low-maintenance. No PFA's. Safe for pets and children.

From picture-perfect front lawns to backyards designed for family and pets, Apex Turf helps Fountain Hills homeowners choose the right turf and installs it to be super durable.

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Synthetic Putting Greens

Backyard putting greens are one of the best ways to sharpen your short game without leaving home.

We can help you design your dream 100% custom putting and chipping green.

Apex Turf designs and installs "sand filled" synthetic turf putting greens in Fountain Hills with adjustable green speeds. Get a stimp like your local course!

Be the envy of your golf buddies with a backyard putting green that looks natural and rolls true.

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Pet Friendly Artificial Grass

Pets love turf too, but not all artificial grass products are suitable for pets. 

The most common requirements for a homeowner with pets is something that is safe (no PFA's), doesn't smell, and won't get too hot.

We install pet-friendly artificial grass in Fountain Hills with free-draining backing, cooling blade technology, odor-control infill, and extra drainage to keep your yard clean and fresh.

Give your pets a safe, cool, and durable surface they can enjoy all year long.

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Travertine and Paver Installation

Apex Turf is your local, trusted paver installation contractor in Fountain Hills.

We install steppers, patios, walkways, pool decks, driveways, and borders using concrete pavers, brick, limestone, and natural travertine.

Durable, versatile, and stylish. Pavers pair beautifully with artificial grass to create a complete outdoor space.

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Retaining and Hardscaping

Apex Turf are Fountain Hills’ hardscaping experts.

From retaining walls and block walls, to garden planters to fire pits, water features, and more. 

With years of experience and careful attention to detail, you can trust Apex Turf to handle all your hardscaping in Fountain Hills AZ.

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Landscape Lighting

Light up your yard at night with Apex Turf’s custom landscape lighting.

From path lights and step lights to uplights and spotlights, we handle it all.

Our warm LED lighting highlights your home, trees, and hardscaping. So your Fountain Hills home or business looks great day or night.

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Artificial Grass Designed For Arizona

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Cool Grass Blades

Fountain Hills summers get hot.

And low-quality turf gets even hotter.

Apex Turf installs artificial grass with advanced “cool blade” technology that stays up to 15% cooler than standard turf.

We can also add cooling infill for a lawn that’s more comfortable under bare feet and safer for your pets’ paws.

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Extra Long Lasting

Apex Turf installs top-grade artificial grass. Designed and tested to handle Arizona’s sun and daily use.

Depending on how you plan to use your lawn, we’ll recommend the right pile height and density for the perfect look and feel.

Our turf comes with a 10-15 year warranty, depending on the product you choose.

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Realistic Looking

Getting natural looking turf is a usually a top priority for Fountain Hills homeowners.

The turf we install blends four or more colors with a variety of blade shapes for a realistic look and feel.

We offer different color tones, face weights, and pile heights to suit your style and how you plan to use your yard.

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Why Pick Apex Turf?

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Our No Seam Guarantee

The difference between a DIY or amateur turf job and an Apex Turf installation is night and day.

One of the biggest concerns for Fountain Hills homeowners is being stuck with visible seams where turf pieces meet.

That’s why we carefully plan every cut, reinforce join areas with extra nails and glue, and use the “S” seam technique on taller pile turf. So your lawn looks seamless and natural.

And with our No Seam Guarantee, if a seam ever shows up (even years later), we’ll fix it free of charge.

Our Perfect 5-Star Rating

At Apex Turf, we’re proud of more than just our craftsmanship.

We know that great customer service and clear communication matter just as much as the finished product.

With thousands of installs completed across Arizona, we’ve earned a flawless 5-star rating on Google, Yelp, and Facebook.

Over 300 reviews and counting. Every single one of them 5 stars.

When it comes to trust, we let our customers do the talking.

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Our Open Book Estimates

When it comes to installing artificial grass in Fountain Hills, you deserve to know exactly what you’re paying for.

No surprises. No hidden fees. Apex Turf’s open book estimates lay out every detail up front, so you can see the real costs behind your new lawn, pet area, or putting green.

We show you our actual costs and our markup, so you’ll know exactly how much we make on your project.

When one of our estimators visits your property, you’ll get a clear, hand-written quote you can trust.

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Fountain Hills Artificial Grass Questions

Artificial turf pricing has two parts: the turf itself, and the installation. The grass you choose sets the material cost, while the size and condition of your yard drive the labor and prep costs.

On the turf side, you’ll find options anywhere from around $1 per square foot for basic products up to $5+ per square foot for premium, realistic blends. Most Fountain Hills homeowners land in the $2–$3 range, which offers the best mix of appearance, durability, and cooling technology.

Installation adds the rest. That includes removing old grass or rock, grading, laying the base materials, compacting, adding turf, seaming, and infill. Depending on your yard, a full artificial grass installation in Fountain Hills usually falls between $5 and $15 per square foot, all in.

Every yard is different. Slope, access, soil, and drainage all play a role. That’s why we offer free, open-book estimates so you can see the exact breakdown of costs before making a decision.

If you’d like to get specific numbers for your project, you can use our artificial turf cost calculator or schedule a free estimate with Apex Turf.

Yes artificial grass can warm up in the Fountain Hills sun, especially during peak summer.

The quality of the turf makes a big difference. Cheaper turf tends to trap more heat, while premium turf with advanced blade technology stays noticeably cooler.

In general, you can expect artificial grass to feel warmer than natural grass, but still cooler than concrete, pavers, or rock.

At Apex Turf, we also offer specialty cooling infills that can reduce surface temperatures by as much as 50 degrees, making your lawn more comfortable in the Arizona heat.

It depends on how you look at it. If you’re purely considering return on investment, artificial turf may or may not pencil out depending on your costs today and the product you choose.

The City of Chandler conducted a study in 2018 on the ROI of artificial grass (and costs in Fountain Hills are very similar). They found that when you factor in water bills, mowing, lawn service, fertilizer, winter over-seeding, and occasional sprinkler repairs, artificial grass typically pays for itself in about 5 to 6 years.

That estimate assumes an installation cost of around $9 per square foot. If your current lawn care costs are higher than average, you may break even sooner. If you already do all your own yard work and your water bills are low, the financial ROI may take longer.

For most Fountain Hills homeowners, the value isn’t only in the dollar savings. It’s also in the time saved, lower water use, and having a yard that looks perfect all the time.

Most of our artificial grass products are manufactured in Dalton, Georgia, USA.

Fountain Hills is served by EPCOR Water, which does offer rebates for customers who remove natural grass and replace it with water-efficient landscaping. The program provides a $3 per square foot credit on your water bill for approved xeriscape conversions.

However, there’s an important catch. Artificial turf does not qualify under EPCOR’s definition of “xeriscape.” The rebate is designed for replacing grass with desert-friendly plants, rock, and other low-water landscaping.

That said, Apex Turf can still help you design a landscape that conserves water and fits EPCOR’s rebate guidelines. Whether that means blending artificial turf with approved xeriscape areas, or helping you plan a rebate-eligible conversion alongside your turf project.

This is all subject to change of course! If you're interested in getting a rebate and you're in Fountain Hills, give us a call. We can pull the most recent information for you.

In Arizona, state law (HB 2131) protects homeowners’ right to install artificial turf. If your HOA allows natural grass, it cannot ban artificial grass outright.

That said, HOAs are allowed to set reasonable guidelines around things like turf color, pile height, coverage areas, and installation standards. As long as those rules don’t effectively prohibit synthetic turf altogether.

In Fountain Hills, most HOA communities still require you to submit a request through the Architectural Review Committee (ARC). This often includes providing turf samples, an installation plan, and sometimes details on care and maintenance.

At Apex Turf, we’ve worked with many HOAs across the Valley and can help you gather everything needed to make the approval process smooth and stress-free.

No, you typically don’t need a building or zoning permit just for installing artificial grass in Fountain Hills. Turf installation is generally considered landscaping work, not construction.

There are some exceptions. If your project involves major grading changes, drainage modifications, or structural elements like retaining walls or new pavement covering more than 3,000 sq ft, you may need approval through the town’s Development Services Department. Fountain Hills uses an online permitting system called TOPPS (Town of Paradise Permit System) for processing applications.

It’s also worth remembering that your HOA or Architectural Review Committee (ARC) may still require approval, even when the town doesn’t.

At Apex Turf, we’ll help you sort out whether permits or HOA approvals are needed, so your project moves forward smoothly and without surprises.

Artificial grass is low-maintenance. But not zero-maintenance!

You’ll want to give it a rinse now and then to wash away dust, pollen, and debris, especially if you have pets.

Using a stiff broom to brush your turf keeps it looking fresh and prevents matting in high-traffic spots.

For pet areas, an occasional enzyme cleaner or a spray of Simple Green helps control odors and keeps everything sanitary.

Apex Turf doesn’t currently offer turf maintenance services, but if your lawn is looking older and you’d like a professional refresh (power brooming, deep cleaning/deodorizing, or infill replenishment), we can recommend excellent local companies we trust.

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We are licensed, bonded, and insured. Ready to help with lawns, putting greens, pet turf, pavers and more.

From a super clean front yard to a full backyard makeover, we handle it all.

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