Summer brings with it countless joys, from barbecuing and swimming to running around in the grass and playing for a few extra daylight hours. However, summer also brings bugs — and lots of them. Bugs are not just a nuisance, flying around your face and crawling on your clothes, but some of them can also pose a health and safety hazard to you, your kids, and your pets. If you want to enjoy a summer free of pests, it’s possible thanks to artificial turf installation. Here’s how.

Eliminate the Need for Soil

Most common lawn pests live underground or just above and surface in natural grass lawns, largely because of the rich soil. Many bugs rely on soil as their primary habitat, so when you opt for artificial grass installation, you eliminate their natural habitat and make your lawn less hospitable to these common pests.

During the turf installation process, the soil is compacted and then covered by a base of crushed aggregate, a weed barrier, a drainage grid, and the turf product itself. This creates a solid foundation of inorganic materials that cuts off one of the key reasons pests flock to traditional grass lawns, giving you a cleaner, healthier, and more enjoyable outdoor space.

Take Away Pests’ Food Source

Just as the rich, organic matter in soil creates a thriving habitat for pests, organic material serves as lawn pests’ main source of food. Grass roots, clippings, and other organic material in your lawn provide nourishment for all types of lawn insects, and even rodents like moles and gophers. Artificial turf, on the other hand, is made from synthetic materials that pests can’t digest and aren’t interested in eating. Without adequate food, bugs and rodents will quickly lose interest in your yard and move elsewhere, creating a pest-repellent yard that you can enjoy to the fullest.

Avoid Excess Moisture and Standing Water

Standing water and soggy soil are breeding grounds for pests like mosquitoes and gnats. During summer, rainstorms, overwatering, and swimming pool use can all contribute to a soggy lawn, attracting unwanted bugs almost instantly.

One of the main advantages of synthetic turf is its advanced drainage system. By combining turf’s porous backings with innovative drainage grids, your yard will flush away water at a rate of more than 30 inches per hour per square yard, preventing puddles and keeping your lawn’s surface dry. This, in turn, will disrupt the breeding cycles of pests and make your yard far less attractive to them, allowing you to have worry-free fun all summer.

Stay Away from Pesticides

Many homeowners douse their lawns in pesticides to keep the bugs away. However, these chemicals can be hazardous to your family, pets, and the environment. Pesticides can leach into the soil of your lawn, runoff into waterways, and even impact local wildlife. With artificial turf, you can eliminate the need for toxic pesticides, making your yard a safer, healthier place for everyone to enjoy.

If you need further guidance in choosing which wholesale synthetic turf products are right for your project, contact your local Synthetic Grass Warehouse location. At SGW Bay Area, we can help you find the perfect synthetic grass products and installation accessories for your family’s unique needs. SGW Bay Area has been an industry-leading artificial grass manufacturer and artificial turf distributor for more than 20 years, helping installers and homeowners alike with all their artificial grass installation needs. To find out more about our products or to receive guidance with your next turf grass installation, contact your local Synthetic Grass Warehouse facility today.