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Most home buyers judge a house by its landscaping. It’s the first feature they lay their eyes on as they arrive at a property. If you’ve been warned, you can get ahead of the game by ordering landscaping services.
But if you drop the ball, you lose out on making a strong first impression on potential buyers.
There’s a way to beat the crowd. Two words: synthetic turf.
The hum of lawn mowers signals the beginning of summer for some. But for those of us with landscaping needs, the sound also means waiting for costly lawn care services to make your yard summer-ready.
Having artificial turf means you and your family can begin summer activities without a hitch. Having artificial grass also means your property is always ready to impress at first look.
In this blog post, we will look at the various ways synthetic grass will add to your property values, as you and your family enjoy it year over year.
No matter the property, artificial turf allows for easy-to-maintain, diverse landscaping. You can use synthetic grass to create a beautiful and functional yard that adds value and attraction to your home.
Fieldmasters Synthetic Grass, a leader in the synthetic turf industry since 1991, has products that allow you to build a lawn that’s not dependent on weather. Our surfaces remain green year-round, without the need for fertilizers or excessive watering. And a consistently healthy-looking lawn becomes an invitation to potential buyers, even if they’re scoping your property on the down low. Call us or send an email today to talk about how artificial grass landscaping can increase your property value.
Artificial Turf in Real Estate Development
Our busy lives can sometimes get in the way of lawn care and maintenance. An unkempt garden can become a sore point when selling your property. And we’ve all been left scratching our heads over patchy grass that makes our lawns look undesirable.
Synthetic lawns are catching on as a selling point in residential real estate. Artificial grass is an easy replacement for costly maintenance labour, harmful chemicals, and extensive watering needs.
Artificial turf options come with years of warranty for long-lasting benefits. Artificial grass allows for creative landscaping ideas, such as synthetic play areas, ‘zen’ zones for yourself, a mud-free area around swimming pools, and a dedicated entertainment area.
Benefits of Synthetic Lawns
A well-planned yard with artificial grass is a top selling point, whether you’re a real estate agent or homeowner. Once we outline the advantages below, you’ll know exactly how to highlight them to prospective buyers.
If marketed correctly, you’ll enjoy the profits and buyers will enjoy an evergreen lawn.
Increased Curb Appeal
Just as people judge a book by its cover, they also assess property values by curb appeal. A pristine lawn that requires little maintenance catches the eye quickly and makes the property stand out among others.
Effortless Maintenance
Artificial turf is low-maintenance, durable, and comes in various colours and textures to easily fit any style of home.
The main effort required on your journey to a lush lawn is the installation. We take care of that for you, so all you have to do going forward is relax on your perennial turf.
What you have to do is occasionally rinse the turf with a hose, brush away any debris, and coax fibres upright with a turf rake.
Synthetic Turf Saves Water
Increasingly, municipalities are imposing more and more restrictions on lawn watering, making it harder to sustain real grass. But using artificial grass takes away the need to constantly water your lawn over summer, saving you and the planet much-needed water.
Durability for Decades
Artificial turf may have a higher upfront cost, but the return on that investment far outweighs the initial expense. Artificial turf is made with materials that can withstand the onslaught of all seasons and don’t die or fade.
Winter Wonderland
Artificial grass lawns make the home look warm and welcoming even in winter, especially if it’s in a covered outdoor area. Natural lawns die during winter and become waterlogged and muddy come spring. But you can barbecue on that covered back porch synthetic lawn year-round.
Additional Cost Savings
We’ve talked about how landscaping with artificial grass requires little maintenance, but there’s more. With a stylishly laid out synthetic lawn, you’re also looking at cutting down on other lawn care costs, such as mowers, weed whackers, edgers, etc. If there’s no machine, there’s need for gasoline. You also won’t have to pay for gardeners, fertilizers, and pesticides.
A Diverse Outdoor Living Space
Artificial turf allows lawn spaces to be easily created in a variety of areas around your home. The more effectively you use your outdoor space, the more attractive it becomes to buyers. The options are numerous, but we’ll give you a few examples to get those creative juices flowing.
Assorted Backyard Landscaping Options
Use solid-coloured artificial grass to build a sleek and polished exterior, then accessorize as you please to complete the modern look.
You could also go the rustic and natural way by using earthy tones and textures, sprinkled with artificial grass. Line the lawn with potted plants and hanging baskets for a cozy outdoor feel.
Playgrounds for Children
A big sell of artificial grass is playgrounds. The soft and cushioned texture provides a safe surface for kids to play on. For added safety, you can install shock-absorbing underlay and infills. Don’t just stop there because artificial grass allows you to experiment with design elements, too. Put in mazes, hopscotch, and other games, to make it a premium playground.
It’s the perfect selling feature for a family with kids.
Pet-friendly Options
Artificial grass technology has advanced a lot over the years, giving options for play areas not just for kids but also for furry family members. Durable turf surfaces allow pets to play on them safely for years and years.
Other Attractive Uses of Artificial Turf
Putting green – Yes, you can use synthetic grass to create a professional-grade putting green right in your backyard, so you can practice that swing freely.
Cozy balconies – Synthetic turf can easily turn balconies into green areas too, so you can watch over your kids from your own solitude.
Roof top paradise – If you have a spacious roof top that is going unused, consider converting it into a usable space with artificial grass.
Add-on to interlocking – We all know how much of a bummer a weedy pathway can be for onlookers. But you can turn the tables on weeds by filling in the gaps with artificial turf.
Finding creative and functional uses for artificial grass can make your front and back yard stand out in the eyes of potential buyers. Fieldmasters Synthetic Grass experts have been finding ways of enhancing property values by using artificial grass for years. We use high quality, durable products to design and install practical and artistic turf areas. If you want to make the best of this feature while increasing your home’s value, call us or send an email today to talk about how synthetic grass landscaping can elevate your property value.
