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Having a well-maintained lawn is key to achieving a lush, green landscape — and this often starts with installing new turf.
However, finding the right turf laying specialist for the job is essential.
Poor turf installation can lead to drainage issues, patchy grass, and, in some cases, can cause the entire lawn to die.
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Understanding Your Turf Laying Needs
With so many different types of turf available - from decorative and ornamental to hard-wearing and wildflower turf, and even artificial grass - it's important to know what you're looking for.
Here's how you can narrow down your options:
- Define your lawn purpose - Do you want a hard-wearing grass, suitable for children and pets to play on, or would you prefer an eco-friendly sanctuary to support wildlife and insects?
- How much of your garden do you want turfed? - Considering your lawn laying budget, do you want your entire garden space turfed or just a few sections?
- Does your garden need levelling first? - Remember to factor in the cost of levelling your garden if it's currently uneven.
- What ongoing maintenance are you happy to do? - Premium grasses will need much more care than regular lawns, and especially large gardens may require you to factor in the cost of grass cutting.
It’s also important to think about any specific soil preparation or landscaping needs you may have. Are there any challenges with the existing area, such as poor drainage or uneven ground?
Keep in mind your particular preferences for the turf installation. And, if you're unsure about anything, bring up your questions with your turf layer.
Finding Local Turf Laying Services on MyJobQuote
Finding a nearby turf laying service with MyJobQuote couldn't be easier - here's what you need to know:
- Click the link above, and enter your postcode.
- Select which lawn services you require (e.g., remove old turf and lay new turf, lay new turf and topsoil, etc.).
- Choose between natural turf or artificial turf.
- Indicate if you need the grass supplied, or if you'll be sourcing it yourself.
- Confirm whether your ground needs levelling before the turf is laid.
- Give an estimate for the size of the area to be turfed.
- In the description box, explain the work you want to be done (e.g., new turf to be laid in the back garden, remove old turf first).
- Add photos of your garden to give the tradesperson an idea of any access issues, or the extent of the land that needs levelling.
- Define your budget from the list of options.
- Choose your ideal timeframe (e.g., ASAP to flexible timing).
- Confirm your contact details, and wait for quotes from local turf layers!
Using MyJobQuote keeps all your search results on one website, removing the need to switch between multiple pages to find the local trader you're looking for.
You can also quickly compare past customer reviews and photos of the contractor's work to get a feel for their quality and style, ensuring everything matches before you agree to work with them.
Check Turf Laying Specialist Credentials
Turf layers do not generally require qualifications - though any certifications are a bonus.
Here's what you can look for when starting your search for local turf layers:
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Landscaping or Horticulture.
- City & Guilds training in artificial grass installation.
- Membership with the British Association of Landscape Gardeners, or the Association of Professional Landscapers.
Even if the trader doesn't have these certifications, you can still choose to work with them if they demonstrate plenty of grass-laying experience.
The more you know about each turf laying service you’re considering hiring, the more informed your decision-making will be.
Turf Laying Recommendations
As well as using MyJobQuote to find local turf laying companies, it's a good idea also to seek recommendations from friends, family, or neighbours who have had turf installed recently.
It doesn't matter if they had a good or bad experience with their turf laying service - either way, the information will help you to consider a trader, or to avoid them altogether.
However, if someone speaks highly of a turf laying company, don't just take their word for it. Make sure you always do your own research into a company to ensure they're a match for your requirements.
Clarify the Contract With Your Turf Laying Provider
No matter how quickly you want your garden overhauled, it’s important to get a written service agreement with your chosen turf laying company.
This agreement should clearly outline key details of the turf laying project, such as:
- A clear overview of the turf laying process.
- An itemised breakdown of costs, including any additional costs for garden waste removal or garden levelling.
- Information about any guarantees or warranties on the turf or the labour.
- The project timeline, and any details about overcoming delays due to bad weather.
- A clear payment structure, detailing how and when to pay.
Having a detailed contract is important to avoid misunderstandings, helping to limit the risk of disputes arising during or after the turf laying takes place.
Monitor the Turf Laying Process
It’s important to stay engaged with the turf laying service you choose throughout the project.
You should not only clearly communicate your expectations before the job starts, but also feel comfortable to raise any concerns you may have as the project progresses, from planning through to completion.
If they're working on an area you didn't expect them to, seem to be using a different type of turf than was approved, or if their timekeeping seems to be slipping, raise these issues with your service provider.
Dealing with issues head-on can help to reduce small problems from becoming far bigger - and it also stops the potential of additional costs being added onto your project.
Using MyJobQuote makes it easy to gather and compare quotes from garden turf layers.
Find suitable professionals in your local area quickly and easily using our gardener's directory, and get your garden ready for the summer months.
Last updated by MyJobQuote on 15th October 2025.
