What Does a Backyard Putting Green Cost

This is one of the most frequently asked questions we get, but it is also one of the most difficult to answer.  As a general rule, a Putting Green Company® synthetic putting green costs between $15 and $25 per square foot. The price will vary based on size of the green, the type of green and other site-specific factors.

Size

This concept is pretty easy to grasp…Larger greens require more materials and typically take more time to construct.

Type of Greens

The Putting Green Company of Long Island® designs and installs a variety of golf greens that utilize different construction methods and different types of synthetic turf.  Our SofTrak short game greens are primarily used in outdoor applications and often utilize multiple turfs (for putting surfaces, fringe, and possible cuts), two RQS Infill systems, a geotextile barrier, and large amounts of compacted stone and stone dust.  Conversely, an indoor putting green may only require a pad, turf, and the labor to install it.

Site Access & Preparation

The accessibility of the site to equipment and materials can have a huge impact on the time it takes to install a green. Some homes have very little access and our crews may have to bring in 50 tons of gravel through a gate while others homes have wide open access and easily accommodate machines.  Similarly, the need for significant grading and sodding or the addition of retaining walls or other landscaping to prepare and finish the land will have a major impact on the price.

Features

While many of our customers start out looking for a backyard putting green, it only takes a few minutes looking through our portfolio of work before they start inquiring about bunkers, tee boxes, dry creeks, water hazzards and other cool features.  These may not affect the cost of the green, but they do have an impact on the cost of the entire project.

Installation

The secret to creating a high-quality, synthetic putting and chipping green is the installation process. Our staff and dealers undergo extensive training to master Putting Green Company® design and installation techniques.

We also understand there are many ways to install a backyard putting green using artificial turf and some of these methods provide greens that look good and cost very little.  Unfortunately, improperly installed greens do not perform and do not stand the test of time.  The Putting Green Company of Long Island® greens are installed in accordance with our proven process and under the guidance of our installation specialists or those of our certified dealers.  While our installation process is typically more thorough and time consuming than others, it allows us to create greens that truly simulate the look, feel and appearance of natural grass greens along with durability and low-maintenance associated with a synthetic turf green.