ArtificialGrassInstallersinBournemouth&Poole
We recognise a lawn that floods, goes patchy or looks tired is rarely about the grass itself. It is usually about what is underneath it, which is exactly what we build properly.
A lawn that stays green and drains properly, laid on a sub-base built by groundworkers rather than a landscaping crew that subs the digging out.
Fixed-price quotes, no obligation.
- Old lawn dug out and taken away
- Sub-base and drainage built by groundworkers
- 2-year workmanship warranty
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Artificial Grass
What Artificial Grass Actually Involves
Artificial grass is a synthetic lawn laid over a purpose-built base rather than soil, so it drains properly and stays level instead of going soft or muddy. It suits shaded gardens where real turf struggles, family lawns that get heavy daily use, and rented properties that need to look presentable without upkeep. Because it goes down on a base rather than earth, how that base is built underneath decides whether the lawn lasts or dips within a year.
- Suits shaded lawns and heavy-use family gardens where real turf struggles
- No mowing, feeding or seasonal treatment
- Laid on a base built to drain, not just laid over the old soil
How An Artificial Grass Job Runs
The same groundworks-first approach behind every job we do, applied to a new lawn.
011. Site visit and assessment
We look at the garden, check where the water needs to go, and measure up before pricing anything.
022. Fixed-price quote
An itemised quote covering the dig-out, sub-base and grass, agreed before anything starts.
033. Dig-out, sub-base and lay
The old lawn comes out, the base goes in, and the grass is cut, joined and dressed. We leave the garden tidy and come back for a walk-round.
15+
Years in groundworks and landscaping
35 miles
Working radius from our Bournemouth base
Fixed price
Itemised and agreed before work starts
Sub-base
Built before a roll of grass goes down
Artificial Grass Or Real Turf?
Both have a place in a garden. Here's an honest look at how they compare, so the choice is the right one for how the space actually gets used.
| Artificial grass | Real turf | Hard landscaping | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upkeep | No mowing, feeding or seasonal treatment once it's down. | Weekly mowing through spring and summer, feed and treat through the year. | No greenery to maintain, but no lawn either. |
| Drainage | Falls and a compacted sub-base are built in before the grass goes down, so water leaves rather than sits. | Depends on the soil underneath and how it was laid. | Falls are set the same way, but there is no lawn for children or pets to use. |
| Look through winter | Stays green and level whatever the weather. | Can go patchy or muddy in a wet winter. | Stays clean but offers no green space. |
| Best suited to | Family gardens, shaded lawns that struggle to grow, and low-maintenance rentals. | Gardens with good light and someone willing to maintain it. | Driveways, patios and areas that need a hard, level surface rather than grass. |
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What's Included As Standard
The same standard applies to every artificial grass job we do.
Old lawn dug out
The existing lawn and turf are dug out and taken away as part of the job, not left for you to deal with.
Sub-base built to drain
A compacted sub-base is laid and the falls set so water runs off rather than sitting on top.
Weed membrane
A weed-suppressant membrane goes down before the grass, so growth doesn't push through from underneath.
Cut, joined and pinned
Grass is cut to fit, joints are kept tight and the edges pinned so nothing lifts or moves.
Brushed and dressed
Finished with a sand infill, brushed in so the pile stands up and the lawn beds in properly.
2-year workmanship warranty
If anything settles or shifts in the first two years, we come back and put it right.
Pricing
What It Costs
Priced after a visit
Artificial grass is only as good as the base under it, so the price follows the groundwork. How much of the old lawn comes out, what the ground does with water, how much edging the shape needs, and which grass you choose. We measure up and quote in writing before anything is lifted.
- What moves it: area, what comes out first, edging run and the grass chosen
- The base is priced in, not treated as an extra
- Written and itemised, with no obligation to book
How We Install It
Every job starts with a visit, not a guess.
Site visit and quote
We measure up, check drainage and agree a fixed price before any work starts.
Old lawn removed
The existing turf and topsoil are dug out and taken away, ready for the base.
Sub-base, falls and grass laid
A compacted sub-base is built to the right falls, then the grass is cut, joined and pinned.
Walk-round and check-in
We walk the finished lawn with you, then come back once it has settled in.
Artificial Grass We've Installed
A selection of artificial grass installations across Bournemouth and Poole. More photographs are added as jobs complete.
What Our Artificial Grass Customers Say
Feedback from homeowners across Bournemouth and Poole who had a new artificial lawn laid.
Natasha Coombes
Really happy with our garden transformation. We went to Four Groundworks and landscaping for the installation of a land drain, soak away, new garden pathway and barked play area. However, as with any project nothing is ever straight forward and we had to pivot with the plan and instead they installed a land drain directly into our house drainage which was a much bigger task than originally quoted. As well as adding on installation of artificial grass. They offered a competitive quote, did a great job and left the site clean. We'll be sure to use them again for future projects.
Chanelle Stevenson
Jacc did a wonderful job at installing a new pathway leading to the garden annex as well as fresh artificial grass. Couldn't ask for a more efficient service! Would definitely recommend him to anyone needing groundwork! 😊 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Recent Artificial Grass Projects
Real gardens across Bournemouth, Poole and the surrounding area.
The Questions We Get Asked
Answered honestly, before you have to ask.
Will the garden be a mess while it is done?
A dig-out is messy for a couple of days. We clear as we go and leave the site tidy at the end of each day, not just on the last one.
Will weeds come through underneath?
A weed-suppressant membrane goes down before the grass. Growth pushing through later is almost always a sign that step was skipped.
Will it hold water or go spongy?
The sub-base and falls are built the same way we build them under a patio or driveway, so water runs off instead of collecting.
Artificial Grass Installation, In More Detail
The cost of an artificial grass installation depends on the size of the garden, how much clearing the old lawn or hardstanding needs, and how easy the site is to access. A small, clear garden is a different job to one with steps, narrow side access, or an old patio to break out first. We look at all of that on a site visit before pricing anything, rather than quoting off a photograph.
Most homeowners searching for artificial grass fitters, fake grass installers or astro turf locally are comparing the same handful of firms, and the difference between them is usually what happens before the grass goes down rather than the grass itself. A domestic artificial lawn does not normally need planning permission, though a specific plot should always be checked, particularly where drainage or a boundary is involved.
What separates one artificial grass company from another is the base underneath, not the product on top. Many local artificial grass suppliers and fitters lay straight onto compacted hardcore without proper falls, which is why some lawns pool water after rain. We build the sub-base and drainage the same way we build it under a patio or driveway, because that is groundworks work, not landscaping work, and it is the part of the job most companies do not do themselves.
Artificial Grass Questions
What people ask us before booking a site visit.
Do you remove the old lawn?
Yes. The existing turf and topsoil are dug out and taken away as part of the job, so you're not left with a skip's worth of spoil in the drive.
Will it drain properly?
Yes, if the base underneath is built correctly. We lay a compacted sub-base with the falls set so water runs off, the same approach we use under a patio.
How much does artificial grass installation cost?
It depends on the size of the garden, how much clearing is needed, and how easy the site is to access. We price every job after a visit rather than guessing off a description.
Do I need planning permission for artificial grass?
Most domestic lawns don't need it, though it's worth checking for a specific plot, especially where drainage or a boundary is involved.
Is artificial grass safe for children and pets?
Yes. It is a synthetic surface with no feed or treatment needed, and no mud for children or pets to bring in after rain.
Are you on Checkatrade and Google?
Yes. We are an approved Checkatrade member and hold Google Guaranteed status. Behind that are over 15 years in groundworks and landscaping and the trade cards to go with it: CSCS, Street Works, SSSTS and NVQ Level 2.
Looking For Something Else In The Garden?
Artificial grass is one part of a full garden rebuild. Here's what else we cover.
01Real turf and lawns
For gardens where a living lawn is what's wanted, laid on ground that's been properly prepared first.
Learn more- 02
Patios and driveways
Block paving, porcelain, tarmac and more, all dug out and built on a proper sub-base.
Learn more 
03Full garden transformations
Where the whole garden needs rebuilding, not just the lawn.
Learn more
Get a free quote
Tell us what you need and we'll come back with a price. No pressure, no hard sell.
Prefer to talk? Call Four Groundworks & Landscaping on 07886 075828
Artificial grass we have installed recently
The sub-base and the edge detail are what stop artificial grass rucking in its second summer, and both are visible here. Posted to our Instagram as each install finishes.
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