Infill Top-Up and Restoration
Infill Is the Hidden Foundation of Every Artificial Lawn
Infill is what gives your turf its springy feel, keeps the fibers standing up, helps water drain, and (for pet-specific infill like ZeoFill) absorbs ammonia to reduce odor. It disappears over time from foot traffic, rain, and sun exposure. A top-up is the single most cost-effective service for turf that feels hard, drains poorly, or smells off.
Silica Sand vs ZeoFill: The Real Difference
Silica sand is the industry standard. It's affordable, drains well, and holds fibers upright. For homes without pets, silica sand is the right choice and will keep your turf in great shape for years.
ZeoFill is a volcanic mineral infill that does everything silica sand does, plus it chemically absorbs ammonia compounds on contact. For households with dogs, ZeoFill cuts the baseline urine odor significantly between cleanings. It costs more per bag, but it pays for itself in reduced odor complaints and less frequent enzyme treatment.
We top up with whichever you prefer. If you're not sure, our default recommendation for pet households is to switch to ZeoFill for the next top-up. You can always go back later. For no-pet homes, staying with silica sand is the right call.
Every Infill Service Includes This
Most yards need between 1 and 4 bags of infill for a proper top-up. Full replacement (removing old infill before adding new) is rare and only needed after severe contamination or damage. We assess which you need during the visit and recommend the cheapest effective option.
Book an Infill Assessment- Infill depth measurement in multiple zones
- Silica sand or ZeoFill (your choice)
- Calculation of exact quantity needed
- Even distribution across the full surface
- Power brush pass to work infill to proper depth
- Drainage test on multiple zones
How We Top Up Artificial Turf Infill
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Measure Depth
Probe multiple zones to find current infill depth.
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Pick Material
Silica for no pets, ZeoFill for pet households.
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Apply
Spread evenly, then brush into the fibers.
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Drainage Test
Water test each zone and adjust as needed.
$49 Per Bag, or Free in the Pro Plan
Infill top-up runs $49 per bag, which covers material and labor. Most yards need 1 to 4 bags. Infill top-up is included in the Pro monthly plan at no extra cost; Essentials and Pet Owner plan customers pay per bag as needed.
See Monthly PlansWhat People Ask About Infill
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Infill is the granular material between the turf fibers. It keeps the blades standing up, provides cushion and cooling, and allows water to drain properly. Without enough infill, your turf feels rock-hard, drains poorly, and fibers flatten fast. Infill is the single most important factor in how long your turf lasts.
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Stand on the turf barefoot. If it feels hard underneath, infill is low. If fibers are splaying sideways instead of standing up, infill is low. If water is pooling after rain or sprinkler runs, infill is low. Easiest test: push a finger into the turf at the fiber base; you should feel granular resistance, not hard backing.
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Silica sand is the standard infill: affordable, effective, good drainage. ZeoFill is a volcanic mineral that absorbs ammonia and reduces pet odor on contact, which makes it a much better choice for homes with dogs. It costs more per bag but pays for itself on odor control alone. We recommend silica for no-pet homes and ZeoFill for pet households.
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That depends on current depth. We measure the existing infill during the visit and calculate what is needed to reach the recommended 1.5 to 2 inch depth. Most residential yards need 1 to 4 bags, which runs $49 per bag at our standard rate.
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For a top-up, no. We power brush first to redistribute the existing infill, then add new on top. For a full replacement (rare, usually after severe contamination or major damage), we vacuum out old infill first. Most yards only need a top-up.
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