Realtor · Colorado Springs, CO · Member since 2021 · 13 posts · 12 votes
I'm looking to turn my primary residence into a rental when I move out. The previous owners did not take care of the landscape and it has been difficult bringing it back to life (front yard and back yard). I am curious on everyone's thoughts on whether it would be advantageous to use artificial turf instead of sod. It seems it would be more beneficial to go with turf as it it can cut down on water costs, maintain its appeal throughout the seasons, and with a warranty to maintain dog wear and tear. I don't see a tenant weeding and taking care of the lawn with as much care as I have tried even if it's in the tenant bylaws that they are responsible. All thoughts are welcome!
One option is to get some prices from local lawn care services to come out and pass portion or all of those costs into the rental terms. You may not get the perfect lawn care but can ensure your lawn is serviced every 2-3 weeks. I personally wouldn't own a home with turf but if that is normal in your area then maybe it would work.
I'm looking to turn my primary residence into a rental when I move out. The previous owners did not take care of the landscape and it has been difficult bringing it back to life (front yard and back yard). I am curious on everyone's thoughts on whether it would be advantageous to use artificial turf instead of sod. It seems it would be more beneficial to go with turf as it it can cut down on water costs, maintain its appeal throughout the seasons, and with a warranty to maintain dog wear and tear. I don't see a tenant weeding and taking care of the lawn with as much care as I have tried even if it's in the tenant bylaws that they are responsible. All thoughts are welcome!
Thank you guys,
Ray
Hello, I'm sure you've made a decision by now however if you are still thinking about turf there are a few things you should consider. Keep sand an stage 2 road base far away from your turf, the road base will get hard and not drain properly while the sand will rub on your new grass and prematurely wear it down.