We install playground turf under swing sets, play structures and trampolines at homes in Perris, CA. Call or text (951) 556-0315 for a free quote. We will tell you whether the area needs a shock pad underneath or whether the base and infill are enough.
Work we have done in Perris
Under the swing setPlay structureSame yard at dusk
Why the dirt under a swing set stops working
Kids land in the same three spots: under each swing and at the bottom of the slide. Those spots compact harder than the rest of the yard, then turn into a dust bowl in summer and a mud pit in January. Grass never comes back there, and nobody wants to keep hauling in bark chips that blow into the pool.
Turf over a properly built base fixes the mud and the dust. Turf over a shock pad also changes what a fall feels like. Which one you need depends on how high the structure is and how old the kids are, and that is a conversation at the quote.
How we build a play area in Perris
Clear and grade. Old bark, dead grass, compacted dirt.
Base. Compacted, and graded so rain moves off the play area instead of sitting in the low spot at the bottom of the slide.
Shock pad, where it is called for. A foam layer under the turf that takes the impact out of a fall.
Turf, seamed and anchored. Anchoring matters more here than anywhere else, because kids find every loose edge.
Infill. Brushed in so the blades stand up under constant traffic.
Around the structure legs we cut tight and set the edge so there is nothing to pull up. Under a trampoline, the same, plus attention to where the water goes since the mat sheds a surprising amount of it.
Play structure on turf in Perris, with the string lights the family added after.
Heat, shade and where the play area should go
Perris afternoons in July and August are the real constraint. Turf in full sun gets hot, and a play area is exactly where kids are barefoot.
In the newer tracts around Villages of Avalon and Monument Ranch the back yards are compact, so the play area, the dog area and the patio compete for the same shaded corner. We lay that out with you on paper before anything comes out.
Questions people ask us
Do I need a shock pad under playground turf?
It depends on the fall height of the structure and the ages of the kids. A low toddler set on a compacted base and good infill is usually fine. A tall structure with a slide and monkey bars is where a pad earns its cost.
Is it better than bark or wood chips?
It does not blow away, it does not need topping up every year, it does not hide bugs, and it does not track into the house. Bark is cheaper on day one and more expensive every year after.
Can you install turf under a trampoline?
Yes. The main thing is drainage, because water sheets off the mat into the same ring every time it rains.
What if we move the swing set later?
The turf stays. We cut around the legs and anchor the edges, so pulling the structure leaves small anchor points we can patch.
What Perris homeowners say
EXCELLENT★★★★★Based on 19 reviewsGoogle
KKen BehrendsVerified customer
★★★★★
A great experience from this family-owned business. Janeth provided me with a complete and understandable quote, and Bolivar and his crew completed the job with speed and professionalism. The entire job, not including a couple of rain days, took less than 4 days. They removed a medium-sized tree and a bit over 1,000 sq. ft. of grass in 3 different areas, prepared all 3 areas with base material, installed weed barriers and two large mow curbs around the remaining trees, and installed top-quality artificial turf in all 3 areas. They cleaned up and hauled everything away, leaving my yard looking like a million dollars.
NNicole ZamoraVerified customer
★★★★★
I wanted the lava rock that had been at the side of the house for years removed. Bolivar and Janeth gave me a few different options, and trusting their expertise I went with artificial turf in that area. He also put in drains as well. I am so happy with how it all turned out. They left everything very clean and the attention to detail is superb. I'll definitely be going to them again for the next phase.
EEric ChinVerified customer
★★★★★
Bolivar of Millenium Turf is very responsible and on time with his work. Very helpful if you have questions before or during the job, he will help you out. His pricing is also very reasonable. I recommend Millenium Turf if you want artificial turf installed.
