Artificial turf in East Orange, NJ
East Orange (Essex County) has about 69,556 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 East Orange, in numbers
Summer highs in East Orange average 84 F, a moderate summer where turf stays comfortable underfoot all day.
Rainfall is heavy, about 50 inches a year. Turf with a fast-draining backing keeps the surface usable after a storm instead of muddy.
USDA hardiness zone 7a.
Source: NOAA 1991 to 2020 US Climate Normals, station HARRISON, NJ US (3 miles from East Orange).
- Summer high
- 84 F
- Winter low
- 27 F
- Rain a year
- 50 in
- Snow a year
- 28 in
- USDA zone
- 7a
Turf lines that fit East Orange
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 mild climate where the lawn is used all year.
Size and price itTrue Natural$2.60 / sq ft
The value line: a natural tone at the lowest price per square foot.
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 East Orange
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 East Orange
Independent landscaping and turf contractors near East Orange 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.
Ticos Tree Experts
West Orange · 4.8 stars (306 reviews)
Touch of Class Lawn Care, LLC
East Orange · 4.4 stars (5 reviews)
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