1Registered15 miles
J R Stephenson Landscaping Ltd
Darlington
4.9· 49 reviews
“I initially contacted J R Stephenson Landscaping a few months ago to obtain quotations for a fairly long fence replacement and paving repointing works”
County Durham2 Companies House verified5 do commercial work
Artificial grass installers in Crook
Artificial grass installers in Crook number 11 on this directory, ranked using 146 verified reviews and an area-wide average of 4.9 out of 5. Most cover Crook from nearby towns — the median distance from the centre is 11 miles, which is a normal working radius for this trade. 2 are matched to an active Companies House registration, and 9 publish photographs of finished work.
Competition around Crook is unusually tight: 3 installers hold 4.9★ or better across at least ten reviews each, so a single poor review moves a company several places down this list. 5 take on commercial work — schools, nurseries, sports surfaces and housing developments — which is the group to approach for anything larger than a domestic garden. 3 also offer paving & groundworks, which matters if your lawn needs a new sub-base, drainage or edging rather than turf laid over what is already there.
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How many artificial grass installers are there in Crook, and what do they cost?
There are 11 artificial grass installers covering Crook, holding 146 verified reviews between them at an average of 4.9 out of 5. J R Stephenson Landscaping Ltd ranks first on 4.9★ from 49 reviews. Expect £40–£58 per m² supplied and fitted for a mid-range 30–35mm pile, or roughly £1,650–£2,350 for a 40m² garden.
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Top 3 artificial grass installers in Crook
The best-reviewed artificial grass specialists covering Crook, with photographs of their work and a real phone number on every profile.
1Registered15 miles
26.7 miles5.0· 4 reviews
“Andrew called in to conduct a site survey. He was very polite, professional and arrived at the expected time. My wife and I were given a wide range of”
3Registered9.0 milesEvery installer covering Crook
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1 J R Stephenson Landscaping Ltd
4.9★49 reviews· Darlington· 15 miles
2 A Williams Groundworks Ltd
5.0★4 reviews· Durham· 6.7 miles
3 Sustain Landscapes Ltd
4.3★7 reviews· Consett· 9.0 miles
4 Pro-Ject
4.8★17 reviews· Consett· 11 miles
5 Nelgs
5.0★1 reviews· Stanley· 11 miles
6 Lakeview Luxury Landscaping
5.0★13 reviews· Durham· 9.9 miles
7 Everlast artificial grass
5.0★4 reviews· Darlington· 15 miles
8 DMR Property Maintenance & Landscaping Ltd
4.9★50 reviews· Darlington· 14 miles
9 Discount Artificial Grass
4.0★1 reviews· Darlington· 15 miles
10 Trilogy Turf
Unrated· Consett· 11 miles
11 Durham Eco Grass
Unrated· Durham· 9.8 miles
What customers say about Crook installers
Verified verified reviews left for installers covering Crook. We publish them unedited, including the phrasing.
“I initially contacted J R Stephenson Landscaping a few months ago to obtain quotations for a fairly long fence replacement and paving repointing works. From initial contact I could tell that they were a professional company that understood the importance of di…”
“Andrew called in to conduct a site survey. He was very polite, professional and arrived at the expected time. My wife and I were given a wide range of options, a good understanding of the processes and timeframes for the job to be completed. We received a comp…”
“Can recommend 100%, the guys went out of their way to fit us in while we were on holiday which was really helpful in terms of keeping our pet safe. The quality of workmanship and the materials used are first class. When we got home there was no mess, you…”
“Excellent service when having our front driveway levelled, paved and pebbles laid. Communication with John is brilliant, never left waiting for a response. The job was carried out on time and by a nice team of lads. Very reliable and great quality work.”
“Great work, good price and everything cleared up well afterwards. Would certainly recommend this company.”
“We just had artificial grass installed on both our front and back gardens and it looks great. The guys were fantastic and professional. The quality of the installation is excellent and the gardens look great. Highly recommended!”
How much artificial grass costs in Crook
Artificial grass in Crook typically costs £40–£58 per m² supplied and fitted for a mid-range pile. These are national market ranges — we hold review and company data, not quoted prices, so treat them as a sanity check on the quotes you receive.
| Specification | Per m² fitted | 40m² garden | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget pile (20–25mm) | £28–£40 | £1,150–£1,650 | Thinner, lighter pile. Fine for shade, low traffic and rental properties. |
| Mid-range pile (30–35mm) | £40–£58 | £1,650–£2,350 | The most commonly installed spec in UK gardens. Good balance of look and wear. |
| Premium pile (37–45mm) | £55–£80 | £2,250–£3,200 | Denser yarn, better recovery underfoot, more realistic multi-tone colour. |
| Pet or sports spec | £50–£75 | £2,050–£3,000 | Free-draining backing, shorter pile, often laid over a permeable sub-base. |
National market ranges for supply and installation, reviewed August 2026. We hold review and company data rather than quoted prices, so these are indicative bands — not a quote for your garden. Always get three written quotes.
What moves the price
Removing the old lawn
£8–£15 per m²Excavating turf and topsoil to 75–100mm, plus skip hire or grab-away.
Access
£150–£600Rear gardens reached only through the house or a narrow side gate need barrowing by hand.
Sub-base
£12–£22 per m²MOT type 1 and granite dust, compacted in layers. Skipping this is the usual cause of sinking.
Edging
£12–£28 per linear mTreated timber is cheapest; aluminium or composite edging lasts longer and stays straighter.
Awkward shapes
+10–20% wasteCurves, islands and trees all increase offcuts, because turf comes in fixed 2m or 4m roll widths.
What Crook installers also offer
Useful if your garden needs more than turf laid over what is already there.
- Play areas3
- Paving & groundworks3
- Landscaping3
- Sports surfaces1
Artificial grass in Crook: common questions
How much does artificial grass cost in Crook?
Supplied and fitted, artificial grass in Crook typically runs £40–£58 per m² for a mid-range 30–35mm pile, so a standard 40m² back garden lands around £1,650–£2,350. Budget specs start near £28 per m² and premium piles reach £80. Removing an existing lawn adds £8–£15 per m², and a new MOT type 1 sub-base adds £12–£22 per m². These are national market ranges — always get three written quotes for your own garden.
Who is the best-rated artificial grass installer in Crook?
J R Stephenson Landscaping Ltd currently ranks first for Crook on this directory, with 4.9★ from 49 verified reviews. Ranking uses a rating adjusted for review volume, so a company with three five-star reviews does not outrank one with two hundred at 4.8★. A Williams Groundworks Ltd and Sustain Landscapes Ltd follow closely — compare all 11 before deciding.
How many artificial grass installers cover Crook?
11 installers cover Crook on this directory. 0 are based in the town itself and the rest travel in, with a median distance of 11 miles. 2 are matched to an active Companies House registration and 5 take on commercial as well as domestic work.
How long does artificial grass take to install?
A typical 40m² domestic garden takes one to two days: half a day to strip the old lawn, the rest of day one to lay and compact the sub-base, then day two to lay, join, trim and infill the turf. Larger gardens, poor access or wet ground push this to three or four days. Ask whether the quote covers waste removal, as that is the most common extra.
Do I need planning permission for artificial grass in Crook?
No planning permission is needed for artificial grass in a domestic garden in Crook in almost all cases, because it is not classed as a building operation. The exceptions are listed buildings, conservation-area front gardens where you are also changing hard surfacing, and properties with a planning condition on landscaping. Check with County Durham council if you are unsure.
Artificial grass installers near Crook
Most Crook installers travel to these towns too — worth checking if you want more quotes.
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11 installers covering Crook, last verified 9 August 2026. Ratings and review text are sourced from public business listings; company status from Companies House.