Artificial turf in Schaumburg, IL
Schaumburg (Cook County) has about 75,750 residents. Here is what the local climate means for a turf lawn, which of our nine lines we would pick, and who can install it.
The climate in Schaumburg, in numbers
Summer highs in Schaumburg average 85 F. That is warm enough that a natural lawn needs regular watering from late spring through early fall.
Rainfall is about 38 inches a year. Drainage matters more than drought here; every line we sell has a perforated backing that lets water pass through.
Winter lows average 16 F with about 34 inches of snow. Turf tolerates both; let snow melt on its own rather than scraping it with a metal shovel.
USDA hardiness zone 5b.
Source: NOAA 1991 to 2020 US Climate Normals, station STREAMWOOD, IL US (5 miles from Schaumburg).
- Summer high
- 85 F
- Winter low
- 16 F
- Rain a year
- 38 in
- Snow a year
- 34 in
- USDA zone
- 5b
Turf lines that fit Schaumburg
All nine lines ship here at the same price as anywhere else, $2.60 to $3.50 per square foot. These are the ones we would start with for this climate.
Home Prestige$3.40 / sq ft
A full, natural look for a lawn that gets looked at more than it gets walked on.
Size and price itEvergreen$3.30 / sq ft
A balanced pile for family yards with a mix of play and shade.
Size and price itPaw Pro$3.20 / sq ft
For dogs: a shorter pile that drains fast and rinses clean.
Size and price itTrue Putt$3.20 / sq ft
For a backyard putting green: a short, dense pile with a true roll.
Size and price it
The $10 comes off a later turf order. Turf is cut to your length and cannot be returned, so a sample is the safe first step.
Delivery to Schaumburg
Turf ships by freight on a pallet within 3 days of your order. Delivery to a commercial address with a dock or forklift is free. Delivery to a home address is $200, which pays for the liftgate truck. Rolls are 15 ft wide and heavy; plan where the pallet will sit. Samples ship by parcel, included in the $10.
Installers we like in Schaumburg
Independent landscaping and turf contractors near Schaumburg with strong public ratings. You hire them directly; we are not part of the contract. Ask for a base, seam and infill plan in writing.
Dazzling Landscapes LLC
Schaumburg · 5.0 stars (27 reviews)
Lares Landscaping LLC
Schaumburg · 5.0 stars (9 reviews)
TARGET FENCING & LANDSCAPING LLC
Schaumburg · 5.0 stars (7 reviews)
Mow Bros Lawn Care
Schaumburg · 5.0 stars (6 reviews)
Stand-Up Landscaping
Hanover Park · 5.0 stars (5 reviews)
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