Artificial turf for Lake Havasu City yards

How it works

1. Call or send a request

   Tell us where the property is and what you'd like to cover with turf.

2. We connect you

   Your call goes to an independent installer that serves Lake Havasu City and nearby areas.

3. They call you back

   They visit, measure, show you samples and quote the job directly.

Who is this for?

Homeowners, second-home owners, rental owners and small businesses in Lake Havasu City, on the Island and in Desert Hills who want a green, usable patch of ground without keeping real grass alive in the Mohave Desert. Some people want the whole front yard done. Others just want a strip beside the patio, a backyard putting green, a place for the dog, or a soft surface under a swing set.

Why do so many Havasu yards go synthetic?

Because natural grass has a hard time here. Lake Havasu City has a hot desert climate with average July highs around 109°F and only about four inches of rain a year, according to long-term weather normals. A cool-season lawn struggles through the summer, and a warm-season lawn goes dormant and tan in the cooler months unless it's overseeded. Either way, keeping it green takes a lot of irrigation. A well-installed synthetic lawn stays the same color all year and needs no mowing, fertilizer or regular watering.

That doesn't make turf maintenance-free. It still needs brushing, rinsing, the occasional weed pulled from the edges, and attention in pet areas. It's also hot. Plan the space so people and pets aren't stuck on it in the afternoon sun.

How hot does artificial turf get in summer?

Hotter than most people expect. A study by UNLV and the Desert Research Institute in the Las Vegas area, also in the Mojave, found peak surface temperatures on green synthetic turf about 69°F higher than irrigated natural grass, with readings as high as 169°F, and that was without data from the two hottest months. The researchers suggested comparing products and considering lighter, more reflective colors. In practice, Havasu homeowners lean on shade: patio covers, shade sails and trees on the west side of the yard. Many also keep a hose handy to cool the surface before kids or dogs go out. Ask installers which products and infills they recommend for heat, and whether any heat-reduction claims are backed by test data.

What goes into a good installation?

1. Removing what's there. Old grass, roots, rock or gravel come out, and sprinkler heads in the area are capped or converted.
2. Grading for drainage. The ground is shaped so water moves away from the house and doesn't pond. Rare desert storms can still dump a lot of water at once.
3. Building a compacted base. A layer of crushed rock or decomposed granite is spread and compacted so the surface stays flat.
4. Laying and seaming the turf. Rolls are laid with the grain going the same way and seamed so the joints don't show.
5. Securing the edges. The perimeter is fastened along a border, curb or paver edge so it doesn't lift or curl.
6. Adding infill and brushing. Sand or another infill helps the blades stand up, adds weight and protects the backing.

Most failures trace back to steps two through five: a soft base that dips, poor drainage that leaves standing water, visible seams or edges that curl. That's why it pays to ask about prep work, not just the turf product.

Do HOAs in Arizona allow artificial turf?

In most planned communities, yes. Arizona law (A.R.S. 33-1819) says that once the developer has turned control over to the homeowners, an association that allows natural grass generally can't ban artificial turf. It can still set reasonable rules on where turf goes, how much of the lot it covers and what quality it must be, and it can require you to fix or remove turf that isn't maintained. If your HOA has architectural review, submit your plan before work starts. Read the turf guide for more detail.

Is there a rebate for removing grass?

Lake Havasu City runs a Water Conservation Rebate Program for city water customers, funded through a state conservation grant. We could not confirm that turf conversions qualify, and rules and funding can change. Ask the city before you remove any grass, because rebate programs often require approval before work starts.

Signs your lawn is ready to go

• Brown patches that come back every summer no matter how much you water
• A water bill that jumps every time the irrigation season starts
• Sprinkler leaks, overspray onto the driveway, or broken heads every year
• Dog spots, muddy paw prints and holes along the fence line
• A second home or rental where nobody is around to keep the lawn alive

Are you a turf company?

No. Lake Havasu Artificial Turf is a referral service. We connect you with an independent installer that serves your address, and that company quotes, installs and warranties the work. Read our tips for hiring a turf installer and the Lake Havasu artificial turf guide before you sign anything.

Areas we cover

• Lake Havasu City
• The Island, Lake Havasu City
• Desert Hills

Planning ahead? Read our Lake Havasu artificial turf guide.