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Cost Analysis for Sports Applications

FieldTurf may be priced higher but it costs less. Our customers agree that our proven longevity, attention to quality from start to fi nish, and after sales service contribute to big savings when compared to others who compromise quality for a lower initial price. FieldTurf's durability and performance provide significant savings over all competing systems and natural grass.  Take a look at the facts based on data from our 3,000+ installations:

FieldTurf  vs. Natural Grass: Costs Over 10 Years

Natural Grass FieldTurf
Base Preparation $150,000 $320,000
Materials $2.75 per sq ft = $220,000 $5.00 per sq ft = $400,000
Maintenance $20,000 x 10 yrs = $200,000 $5,000 x 10 yrs = $50,000
Total $570,000 $770,000
Scheduling Possibilities 25 hrs x 25 wks x 10 yrs = 6,250 hrs 68 hrs x 44 wks x 10 yrs = 29,920 hrs
Average Cost Per Hour of Use $91.20 $25.74

Annual Maintenance Cost

FieldTurf does require regular, but minimal, maintenance. What would you do with the close to $50,000 you could take out of your annual maintenance budget

Natural Grass FieldTurf
Mowing Equipment
Labor ($20/hour)
$7,068
$6,000

$1,000
Clipping Removal $2,861 -
Fertilization $4,856 -
Overseeding $466 -
Coring $2,848 -
Topdressing $9,565 -
Thatch Removal $185 -
Monitor Irrigation $846 -
Equipment Depreciation and Fuel $3,500 $1,500
Water $5,400 -
Field Re-Striping:
Labor
Material

$5,800
$3,105
$2,500
Total $52,500 $5,000

Longer Life

The best part is that the FieldTurf system has proven to outlast not only natural grass fields but all other competing turf products. This longevity provides unparalleled cost savings for FieldTurf owners.

There are thousands of FieldTurf fields worldwide that reinforce our durability claims. The test of time is the only real proof that a turf field is built to last. These quality products are manufactured and installed with company-wide adherence to our global corporate values that ensure long lasting performance and unrivaled quality.

Now that you’ve seen how much FieldTurf can save you, get a personalized quote for your field. Just give us a little information about your needs and a FieldTurf representative will contact you to start your free consultation.

Competition FieldTurf
Base Preparation $320,000 $320,000
Materials $4.00 per sq ft = $320,000 $5.00 per sq ft = $400,000
Maintenance $10,000 x 7 yrs = $70,000 $5,000 x 9 yrs = $45,000
Total Cost $710,000 $765,000
Turf Life 6-8 years 8-10 years
Average Cost Per Year of Use $101,429 $85,000

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