North of the river, east of 99
Artificial Grass in Oildale, CA
Low-upkeep synthetic lawns for Oildale homes and rentals, with a base built to stay flat.
- Free on-site measurements and estimates
- Written, line-item quotes before any work
- Base and drainage planned for valley soil and summer heat
Easy-Care Yards for Oildale Homes
Artificial grass in Oildale usually goes into older, established lots: front yards on tree-lined streets that have been watered for decades, backyards worn bare by dogs, and rental properties where nobody wants to manage a sprinkler schedule. Oildale sits just across the Kern River from Bakersfield, about three and a half miles north-northwest of downtown, and shares the same long, hot summers.
Built for rentals and owners alike
Oildale has a large rental market. The 2020 census counted 13,769 housing units, and about 60 percent of occupied homes were renter-occupied. For landlords, a synthetic lawn removes a constant source of tenant complaints and dead-grass move-out charges. For owners, it ends the water bill spike every July. Either way, we build the base so the lawn stays flat through tenants, kids and dogs.
Old lots, old sprinkler lines
Many Oildale homes have older irrigation that was patched over the years. When we take out the lawn, we find and cap every head in the turf area, and check that the valve and supply lines will not leak under the new base. Mature trees stay on drip so they do not suffer once the lawn water stops.
Next to the oil fields
The town grew up beside the Kern River Oil Field, which had more than 9,000 active wells at the end of 2006, and the Kern Front and Fruitvale fields. Dust and grit from nearby lots and roads blow onto yards. Turf sheds it with a leaf blower and an occasional rinse, and we pick an infill heavy enough to stay put under a blower.
Shade trees and older yards
Many Oildale lots have mature shade trees that were planted when the neighborhoods were new. Grass under those canopies thins out no matter how much it is watered. Synthetic grass does not need sun, so a shaded front yard can look even again. We dig by hand near big roots, keep the base shallower where needed, and leave a ring around each trunk so the tree still gets water and air.
What to expect on install day
Most Oildale front or backyard jobs take one to two days. Day one is removal, sprinkler capping and base. Day two is turf, seams, edges and infill. We haul away the old sod and leave the street and driveway swept.
Rental turnover checklist
For landlords, we suggest a turf product with a thatch layer that hides wear, an odor-control infill in any dog area, and a short care sheet left with each tenant. Between tenants, a power brush and infill top-up bring the lawn back without replacing it. Most Oildale rental lawns are small enough that a refresh takes a few hours.
Common Oildale projects
- Front lawns on older streets converted to synthetic grass
- Dog runs along chain-link and block-wall fence lines
- Rental property lawns that need to survive between tenants
- Small backyard play areas under a patio cover
Call (661) 518-3185 for a free estimate in Oildale.
What to Know in Oildale
- A rental-heavy town. The 2020 census counted 13,769 housing units in Oildale, 94.6% occupied; 40.4% of occupied homes were owner-occupied and 59.6% rented.
- Across the river from Bakersfield. Oildale lies about 3.5 miles north-northwest of downtown Bakersfield, north of the Kern River and east of Highway 99, at an elevation of 469 feet.
- Oil field neighbors. Oildale borders the Kern River Oil Field, which had 9,183 active wells at the end of 2006, as well as the Kern Front field to the north and Fruitvale to the southwest.
- Early history. The town was founded in 1909 when Samuel Dickinson subdivided his land; it was earlier called Waits and North Side.
Oildale Questions
Is artificial grass a good idea for a rental in Oildale?
For many landlords, yes. It removes watering and mowing from the tenant’s list and avoids dead-lawn disputes. We use a durable turf and a well-compacted base so it holds up to heavy use.
Do you remove the old lawn first?
Always. We dig out the sod and roots, cap the sprinklers in the turf area and build a crushed-rock base before laying turf.
How do I keep dust off my turf?
A leaf blower clears most of it, and an occasional hose rinse handles the rest. Heavier infill stays in place when you blow it off.
Can turf go under the big trees in my Oildale yard?
Yes. Turf does not need sun, which makes it a good fix for shaded lawns. We work by hand near large roots and leave a ring around the trunk so the tree keeps getting water.
How often does rental turf need a refresh?
Heavily used rental yards benefit from brushing and an infill top-up every year or two. We can do it between tenants so the yard shows well.
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