
San Rafael homeowners are ditching high-maintenance natural lawns for artificial grass that looks great, uses no water, and holds up through Marin winters.

San Rafael Artificial Grass Installation is a licensed artificial grass contractor serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding Marin County communities. We cover 12 services and 8 cities, from standard residential lawn replacements to commercial properties, rooftop gardens, and custom putting greens. Whether your lawn is fighting drought, pet traffic, or just years of wear, we have the right solution for your yard.

Tired of watering a lawn that still goes brown? We remove your old grass and install synthetic turf that stays green year-round without irrigation.
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Muddy paws and dead patches ruining your yard? Our pet turf drains fast, resists wear, and rinses clean in minutes.
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Replace a high-maintenance lawn with a surface that looks great, holds up to family use, and never needs mowing.
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Keep your property looking sharp year-round without ongoing irrigation costs or landscaping crews.
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Practice your short game at home on a custom green built to realistic playing specs for your backyard.
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Give kids a safe, cushioned surface that handles heavy play and cleans up easily after rain.
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Keep your existing synthetic lawn looking like new with professional brushing, rinsing, and seam inspection.
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Frame your garden beds, pathways, and hardscaping with lush synthetic grass that never fades or thins.
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Get the right synthetic surface for multi-sport courts, practice fields, and athletic training areas.
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Transform a bare rooftop into a usable green space that stays attractive without any irrigation.
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Eliminate irrigation entirely - our drought-tolerant options are built for California's water restrictions.
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A natural-looking synthetic lawn that holds its color and shape through both Marin winters and dry summers.
Learn MoreThree straightforward steps from first contact to finished lawn.
Reach out by phone or use our contact form. We respond within 1 business day to schedule a free on-site estimate at a time that works for you. No pressure, no commitment required to get a price.
We visit your yard, measure the space, check the drainage and soil, and walk through your options. You receive a written proposal that breaks down materials, base work, and labor separately - so you know exactly what you are getting.
Our crew handles removal of the existing lawn, base preparation, and turf installation. Before we leave, we walk the finished yard with you, show you the seam locations, and explain ongoing care so your turf looks great for years.
We carry full general liability insurance and hold the contractor licenses required by the state of California. Every project is covered from start to finish - no exceptions.
We come to your yard, measure the space, and give you a written estimate that breaks out materials and labor separately. You decide what to do with it - we never pressure you to sign on the spot.
We have been installing artificial grass in San Rafael and Marin County since 2015. We know the local soil, the MMWD rebate program, and which neighborhoods have HOA rules that need navigating.
When you submit a request or leave a message, someone from our office follows up within 1 business day to schedule your free estimate. We do not leave inquiries sitting in a queue.
Ready to get started? Call (628) 234-2091 or request a free estimate online.
We had two dogs turning the backyard into a mud pit every winter. The crew finished in two days, and the yard has been clean and usable since November. Worth every penny.
James T., San Rafael - Pet-friendly turf
Our front lawn was dead from water restrictions. The installer knew about the MMWD rebate program, walked us through the paperwork, and we got money back we were not expecting. The lawn looks better than it ever did with real grass.
Maria L., San Anselmo - Residential turf installation
We needed the courtyard done before a client visit and they finished on schedule. The seams are invisible and the surface looks sharp month after month without any maintenance from us.
David R., Novato - Commercial turf installation
We respond within 1 business day - no obligation, no pressure. After you submit, someone from our office will call to schedule a free on-site estimate where we measure your yard and walk through your options in person.
(628) 234-2091San Rafael Artificial Grass Installation is based in San Rafael, CA and installs artificial grass across 8 Marin County communities, including San Anselmo, Fairfax, Mill Valley, and Tiburon. We offer same-week scheduling for most service areas and know the local soil and HOA requirements in each city we serve.
Yes - eliminating lawn irrigation cuts outdoor water use significantly. The California Department of Water Resources tracks water savings from turf replacement as part of its statewide efficiency programs, and Bay Area homeowners have seen real reductions in their bills.
Clay soil swells when wet and shrinks when dry, which can shift a poorly prepared base over time. Contractors working in San Rafael need to remove more soil and use a thicker compacted aggregate layer than they would in sandier regions.
Turf heats more than natural grass in direct sun. Choosing lighter-colored fiber, using cork or coated-sand infill, and rinsing the surface before outdoor time on warm days all reduce surface temperature noticeably.
Yes - pet-specific products use antimicrobial infill and drainage systems designed to handle pet waste without trapping odor under the surface. The backing and base construction are built to let liquid pass through quickly. The Synthetic Turf Council covers infill options and pet-specific installation standards in detail.
Sloped yards require grading that channels water away from the foundation and toward a safe outlet. On San Rafael hillside lots, a flat install without drainage planning can send runoff toward neighboring properties after winter storms.
Routine rinsing, occasional fiber brushing, and prompt attention to any seam that starts lifting are the main tasks. The University of California Cooperative Extension publishes maintenance guidance for artificial turf in California climates.
San Rafael Artificial Grass Installation is a licensed and insured artificial grass contractor company based in San Rafael, CA, serving 8 Marin County communities since 2015.
We hold a California Contractor license issued by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) covering landscaping and irrigation work.
Since 2015, we have completed installations across 12 service categories, from residential lawn replacements to commercial properties, rooftop gardens, and custom putting greens throughout Marin County.
When the cost of maintaining it - water, labor, repairs - exceeds what you would pay to install turf and stop that cycle. For most San Rafael homeowners, that calculation tips during or after a drought year.
A slope is not a barrier - it just requires more careful base grading to direct water away from the foundation and toward a safe outlet. Contractors working in Marin should have direct experience with hillside drainage.
Ask for a written estimate that breaks out materials, base work, and labor separately. A quote that just gives you a total with no line items makes it hard to compare contractors or understand what you are actually getting.
The Marin Municipal Water District publishes current rebate amounts and eligibility requirements for turf replacement - worth checking before your project starts. Ready to talk through your yard? Call (628) 234-2091 or submit a request online.
San Rafael is Marin County's largest and oldest city, incorporated in 1874 and home to about 61,000 residents. The city ranges from flat neighborhoods near the water - like the Canal area - to hillside streets above downtown that sit near open space and Marin County parks. A large share of San Rafael's homes were built in the 1950s and 1960s, and many of these properties are at the point where landscaping upgrades make real financial sense. You can learn more about the city through the City of San Rafael website.
The city has distinct neighborhoods with very different terrain and character. The Terra Linda and Sun Valley areas are mostly ranch-style homes from the postwar years on flat, suburban lots. The hillside neighborhoods above downtown - near Dominican University and the streets off Mission Avenue - have older homes on steeper lots where drainage and soil movement are real considerations for any landscaping project. Fourth Street runs through the heart of downtown and connects most of these neighborhoods to the commercial center of the city.
San Rafael's homes sit on clay-heavy soil that holds water after winter rain, making base preparation and drainage design especially important for artificial turf installations here. The Marin County Civic Center, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and completed in 1962, is a landmark that most residents know well - and we work on homes throughout the surrounding neighborhoods. Whether your home is near the Canal, out in Terra Linda, or up on the hills above Fourth Street, we know the terrain and what it takes to do the job right.
By appointment only, no walk-ins.
San Rafael Artificial Grass Installation
60 Clark St
San Rafael, CA 94901
estimates@sanrafaelartificialgrass.com
Always open, 24/7.
Call San Rafael Artificial Grass Installation today for a free on-site estimate. We serve San Rafael and 7 surrounding Marin County cities.