Side Yard — Family-owned, 4.9★ rated, 15-year warranty
Most Clarkston homeowners we talk to are dealing with the same challenge: a side yard that's either too shady for grass, too compacted from clay soil, or just too small to justify a full lawn maintenance routine. We've been installing artificial putting greens across DeKalb County for years, and the Milam Park area and Downtown Clarkston neighborhoods have become some of our favorite projects. Here's the thing—your side yard doesn't have to be a dead zone. A putting green transforms that awkward strip of land into something you actually use. It's not about perfection or tournament-grade surfaces. It's about having a place where you can step outside, take a few putts, and enjoy your property without fighting Georgia clay every weekend. We're based just 25 minutes away, so we know exactly what works in your neighborhood and what doesn't. Let's talk about what that side yard could become.
Clarkston lots tend to be compact—especially in the Downtown and Milam Park neighborhoods—which actually plays to the putting green's strength. You don't need acres; you need smart use of available space. The real consideration here is soil. DeKalb clay compacts hard, and surface drainage can be sluggish during our wetter months. That's why we always recommend proper base preparation underneath artificial turf. It prevents settling, keeps water moving, and extends the life of your system by years. Shade is another real factor. Many Clarkston properties have mature trees, and side yards often catch only a few hours of direct sun. The good news? Artificial putting green turf doesn't need sunlight to stay green or healthy—it just needs decent drainage underneath. We've installed plenty of greens on north-facing sides where natural grass would've given up months ago. Winter isn't typically harsh here, but our summer heat and occasional heavy rains mean your base layer matters. We size and slope every installation for your specific yard, accounting for the local drainage patterns we see across Clarkston properties.
Absolutely. The DeKalb clay that gives natural grass fits here is actually fine for artificial turf—we just treat it differently. We excavate a few inches, add proper drainage rock, and install a permeable base. This keeps water from pooling and prevents the settling issues you'd see if you just laid turf on compacted clay. It's a proven approach we've used throughout DeKalb County.
Far less than you'd think. No mowing, no fertilizing, no fighting Georgia clay mud. You'll rinse it down during dry spells and maybe brush the pile occasionally to keep it standing upright. Our Clarkston customers spend more time enjoying their greens than maintaining them—which is exactly the point.
That's actually one of our most common Clarkston installations. Shade won't hurt artificial turf the way it kills natural grass. If your side yard gets a few hours of dappled light, you're good. Even full-shade yards work fine—the turf stays green and playable year-round, no dead zones.
Most side-yard greens take one to two days, depending on size and base prep needed. Since we're only 25 minutes away, we can schedule efficiently and handle your project without long delays. We always walk the site first to give you a realistic timeline based on your specific soil and drainage situation.
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