Pressure Washing Turf = Permanent Damage
Artificial grass isn’t like concrete or pavers. Blasting it with a pressure washer is one of the fastest ways to damage the turf backing and split seams, reducing its lifespan. Some local companies here in South Florida advertise pressure-washing methods for cleaning synthetic grass. They are to be avoided at all costs!
While turf may appear cleaner immediately afterward, these methods often cause hidden, long-term damage that can become expensive to repair or may even require full replacement! We’ve received numerous calls from homeowners that couldn’t grasp the situation they were facing, after paying a pressure washing company to destroy their install.
Problems Caused From Pressure Washing Synthetic Turf
A simple search on ChatGPT or any search engine, will clearly explain why pressure washing artificial grass is never a good idea. Let’s take a closer look at some of the problems pressure washing turf causes:
- Pet urine, feces and vomit are forced deep down into your base material
- Water pressure disturbs base material under the turf, causing humps and pockets
- Excessive water use promotes weed growth and mold in your turf
- Seams split apart as water pressure forces glue to break
- Infill sand is blasted out, leaving turf unstable and uneven
- Warranty voided by manufacturers (pressure washing is prohibited in most product guidelines)
The Right Way to Clean Artificial Grass
At Big Dogs Artificial Turf, we use a proven 5-step turf cleaning process that sanitizes and deodorizes without harming your synthetic lawn. Our process includes:
- Debris Removal: we use turf-vacs and blowers to remove leaves, sticks, debris and pet hair (think up and out, not down and in).
- Deep Cleaning: we shock the turf to loosen grime and debris.
- Deodorizing & Sanitizing: we use a micron fogging tool to apply a proprietary, turf-safe deodorizer and a stabilized hydrogen peroxide solution that kills 99.9% of bacteria, viruses, and germs.
- Power Broom: we use power brooms to restore blade posture and keep your turf looking fresh.
- Infill Restoration: upon request, we can add antimicrobial or cooling infill that keeps your turf fresh and standing tall.
Our proven turf cleaning system keeps your synthetic lawn looking and smelling like new without pressure washing.
Protect Your Investment and Your Pets
Most artificial turf should last 15 years or more. Pressure washing can cut that lifespan in half (especially in South Florida) and can create an unhealthy environment for pets when bacteria isn’t actually eliminated.
That’s why homeowners across South Florida choose Big Dogs Artificial Turf to professional clean their synthetic lawns. We deodorize and sanitize your turf the right way, with eco-friendly, pet-safe products and no shortcuts! We proudly serve Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Deerfield Beach, Boynton Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, and all of Palm Beach County.
Don’t risk damaging your artificial turf with pressure washing. Get your turf cleaned safely by the experts! Contact us at (561) 556-5018 or request a free turf cleaning estimate online.
