Artificial Grass in Chandlers Ford — Is It Right for Your Garden and What Does It Actually Cost?

Artificial Grass in Chandlers Ford — More Popular Than You Might Think

Artificial grass installs in Chandlers Ford have grown significantly over the last few years, and it's not hard to see why. A lot of Chandlers Ford properties have shaded rear gardens — particularly on the older residential roads where mature trees and close-built properties limit the sunlight a natural lawn needs to thrive. Others have dogs, young children, or simply don't want to spend their weekends mowing.

Moore & Sons install artificial grass across Chandlers Ford as part of our landscaping service. We supply the grass, prepare the sub-base and lay the whole thing — we don't hand off different parts of the job to different trades.

What Makes a Good Artificial Grass Installation

The artificial grass itself is almost secondary to what goes underneath it. A good installation starts with excavating the existing surface to the right depth — typically 75–100mm — installing a weed membrane, then a compacted sub-base of MOT Type 1 or sharp sand, followed by a layer of granite dust or sand to give a stable, level laying surface.

Skip any of those stages and you'll have an artificial lawn that looks flat for 12 months and then starts to dip, wrinkle and let weeds through the edges within a couple of years. We've refixed installations in Chandlers Ford that were laid directly on compacted soil with nothing underneath — it's a false economy.

Choosing the Right Pile Height and Colour

Modern artificial grass comes in a wide range of pile heights (25mm through to 40mm+) and colour blends. Shorter piles look neater and are easier to maintain. Longer piles are softer underfoot but can flatten more in high-traffic areas. We'll show you samples and give you an honest view on what will work best for your garden's use and aspect.

Drainage — Important for Chandlers Ford Gardens

All quality artificial grass has perforations for drainage. But if the sub-base beneath isn't free-draining, the water has nowhere to go. On gardens where we know drainage is already a problem, we incorporate a drainage layer or run a channel to a soakaway as part of the installation. We'll assess this during the site visit.

What Does Artificial Grass Cost in Chandlers Ford?

Cost depends on the size of the area, access, the amount of excavation needed and the grass specification you choose. We give fixed-price quotes after a site visit — no surprises on the day. Call 07876234399 or fill in our quote form and we'll arrange a convenient time to come and measure up.