Artificial grass in Helderberg, supplied and laid
Helderberg gardens carry two problems at once: a slope off the mountain and the south-easter coming off False Bay. Water runs downhill through the base, and wind lifts a perimeter that was not fixed properly. We pin Helderberg perimeters on a timber edge rather than pins alone, and build a deeper base on the upper side of a slope so the finished lawn sits level.
- From
- R159/m²
- Guarantee
- 8 years
- Base depth
- 50-100mm
- Typical job
- One day
Ground and gardens in Helderberg
| Condition | What it means |
|---|---|
| Ground | Decomposed granite over clay on the mountain side, sandier toward False Bay |
| Typical plot | Large established plots, many with a pool and a slope |
| Nearby | Somerset West, Strand, Gordons Bay and the Sir Lowry's Pass side |
| Usual pile | 30mm, or 25mm on traffic lines |
The site visit confirms the ground before a price is given. Ground is the one variable that changes the base depth, and base depth is the one that changes the cost.
What it costs in Helderberg
| Pile | Installed | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 25mm | R159/m² | Pets, traffic lines, play areas |
| 30mm | R199/m² | The usual choice for a family lawn |
| 40mm | R249/m² | Low-traffic show lawns |
A 50 square metre garden at 30mm runs about R9 950 installed. A 100 square metre garden runs about R19 900.
Ask for astro turf in Helderberg and we quote the 25mm, because astro turf almost always means the short sports-style pile rather than a long garden one.
Questions from Helderberg
Does the south-easter lift artificial grass?
Wind lifts grass that was pinned rather than edged. A fixed timber or composite perimeter holds the edge down. Helderberg installations get the edge, not just pins.
Can artificial grass be laid on a slope?
Yes. The base is built deeper on the high side so the surface finishes level, and the grass is anchored along the top edge. Slopes steeper than about 15 degrees need a retaining step first.
What does artificial grass cost in Helderberg?
Artificial grass in Helderberg costs R159 to R249 per square metre installed. The rate covers the grass, the compacted base, the infill and the labour, and carries an 8-year guarantee.
Read how the installation works, or compare the full price list. We also cover the rest of the Cape Town metro.