What is the plan for turf replacement when it wears out?
All grass and synthetic turf fields need to be replaced periodically. Synthetic turf fields generally must be replaced every 8-15 years, depending upon intensity of use, manufacturer’s life-cycle recommendations and maintenance practices. Because this is an elementary school, turf use is estimated to last longer than a high school field would. Generally, this involves pulling up the “rug” and installing a new one. Damaged sections of synthetic turf can be replaced with new turf if damage occurs. It is rare that a “rug replacement” would cost as much as the original field construction, because all the site preparation, drainage and underlayment work is done with the first installation.
