Artificial Grass in Arvin, CA

Artificial grass in Arvin is about more than looks. Arvin sits about 15 miles southeast of Bakersfield at the foot of the mountains, and it is known for poor air. In 2007 the EPA listed Arvin as having the highest smog levels of any community in the country, and from 2004 to 2006 ozone exceeded federal limits on an average of 73 days a year. A dusty dirt yard adds to what blows into the house. A synthetic lawn keeps the ground covered year-round.

Dust storms and bare dirt

On December 20, 1977, a dust storm caused major damage in Arvin. Wind still lifts dust from bare lots and fields around town. A turf lawn over a compacted base does not blow away and does not turn to mud when it rains. For families with kids and dogs, it is a cleaner place to play than packed dirt.

Earthquake history and settling

The 1952 Kern County earthquake, magnitude 7.3, nearly destroyed Arvin. Older yards in town can have old fill, foundations or buried debris. When we excavate, we pull out what we find and compact the base in layers so the turf stays level.

Homes and households

Arvin had 19,495 residents in 2020 on less than 5 square miles, with 4,884 housing units and about half of occupied homes owner-occupied. Lots are mostly small, so typical projects are a front yard, a backyard play area or a dog run.

Oil wells and farmland

The Mountain View Oil Field was discovered in 1933, and many wells still surround the town, along with orchards and vineyards. That means trucks, wind and dust. Turf sheds it with a blower and rinse, and we use an infill heavy enough to stay put.

Heat planning

Arvin has a semi-arid climate with hot summers. Turf in full sun gets much hotter than grass, so we look for shade, suggest lighter turf colors for exposed areas, and remind families to rinse play areas on hot afternoons.

Cost and paperwork

Published national ranges put installed turf at about $6 to $22 per square foot, with lawn or weed removal about $1 to $2.75 per square foot. Your written quote lists each item. If you rent, we can provide a quote and specs for your landlord.

Keeping indoor dust down

Bare dirt yards track dust and mud into the house, and in a town with Arvin's air history, families notice. A turf area between the back door and the play area keeps shoes and paws cleaner. We pair it with a short paver landing at the door so there is a hard surface to wipe feet before stepping inside.

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