Small Turf Refresh
For patios, balconies, condos, side yards & dog runs
from $199
- Visual turf inspection
- Light debris removal
- Blowout of leaves, dirt & pet hair
- Turf brushing
- Enzyme-based odor treatment
- Deodorizing treatment
- Final grooming
🐾 Turf cleaning & pet odor treatment · San Diego County
We rescue
smelly, flat, and matted turf.
San Diego Turf Rescue cleans, brushes, reblooms, and deodorizes artificial turf so your backyard, patio, or dog run feels fresher and more usable again — without immediately replacing it. Built for dog owners, and just as good for pet-free yards with flat, dusty, matted turf.
- Locally owned & San Diego focused
- Enzyme-based odor treatments
- Brushing & reblooming for flat, matted turf
- Before & after photos with every Turf Odor Reset
Sound familiar?
If dogs use your turf, this is probably your backyard right now
- “The yard smells like dog pee — especially on hot days.”
- “Guests notice the odor before I can say anything.”
- “The kids don't want to play out there anymore.”
- “Pet hair and debris are matted into the turf.”
- “The turf looks flat, dusty, and worn down.”
- “I've hosed it down — the smell keeps coming back.”
Artificial turf is low maintenance —
not no maintenance.
If dogs use it regularly, urine residue, hair, dirt, and debris build up in the fibers and infill. A hose rinse moves water through the turf, but it doesn't brush out trapped debris or treat odor-causing residue. And even with no dogs at all, dirt, leaves, and daily foot traffic slowly leave turf flat, dusty, and matted. That's the gap we fill — so you can freshen your turf instead of replacing it.
Services & pricing
Pick the reset your turf needs
Simple packages, upfront starting prices. Every visit ends with a final grooming so the turf looks lifted, not just rinsed.
Our main service
Turf Odor Reset
For backyards that smell like dog urine or need a deeper refresh
from $349
- Turf inspection
- Pet waste & debris removal
- Blowout of leaves, dirt, pet hair & surface debris
- Turf brushing & reblooming
- Enzyme-based odor treatment
- Deodorizing treatment
- Light controlled rinse when appropriate
- Final grooming
- Before & after photos
Heavy Pet Odor Reset
For multiple dogs, strong odor, older or high-use turf
from $499
- Everything in the Turf Odor Reset
- Extra enzyme treatment
- Additional odor treatment dwell time
- Focused treatment on problem zones
- Second deodorizing pass
- Optional deodorizing infill refresh
- Optional follow-up spot treatment
Turf Refresh & Reblooming
For flat, matted, dusty turf without a major odor issue — no dogs required
from $249
- Debris blowout
- Turf brushing
- Turf fiber reblooming
- Light rinse when appropriate
- Final grooming
Quarterly Turf Care Plan
For dog owners who want to stay ahead of odor year-round
from $199 / visit
- Scheduled cleaning every 3 months
- Light debris removal
- Turf brushing
- Enzyme-based odor treatment
- Deodorizing treatment
- Priority scheduling
- Discounted heavy treatment when needed
Add-ons & special situations
Deodorizing Infill Refresh
Adds a deodorizing infill refresh to odor-prone turf areas where appropriate.
$75–$200
Deep Pet Hair & Debris Extraction
For heavy pet hair, compacted debris, leaves, or dirt trapped in the fibers.
$50–$150
Spot Odor Treatment
Focused treatment for one trouble area — like your dog's favorite bathroom spot.
$75–$125
Pre-Party Backyard Refresh
Hosting a barbecue, birthday, or gathering? Get the yard smelling fresher and looking cleaner before guests arrive.
from $249
Move-Out / Rental Turf Cleaning
For tenants, landlords, property managers, and short-term rental owners cleaning pet turf between move-out, move-in, or guest turnover.
from $299
Starting prices — final quotes depend on turf size, condition, and odor severity. You'll get a clear price before we book anything.
Photo gallery
Before & after — see the difference
This is what a deep clean, brushing, reblooming, and deodorizing visit can do for tired pet turf. Every Turf Odor Reset includes before & after photos of your own yard.
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How it works
From “smells like a kennel” to “let's eat outside” in four steps
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Tell us about your turf
Fill out the quick quote form — turf size, number of dogs, odor level. Photos help us quote accurately.
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Get a clear quote
We'll recommend the right service and give you an upfront price. No pressure, no upsell games.
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We rescue your turf
Inspection, debris blowout, brushing and reblooming, enzyme odor treatment, deodorizing, and final grooming.
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See the difference
You get a simple maintenance recommendation to keep the yard fresher, longer — plus before & after photos with your Turf Odor Reset.
Who we help
Built for San Diego dog owners — and the people who rent to them
Families, pups, landlords, hosts — and plenty of homes with no dogs at all. If artificial turf is part of your home, we keep it clean, brushed, and fresh enough to actually enjoy.
“My yard smells like dog pee.”
The #1 reason people call us. We clean, brush, and deodorize pet turf to help reduce odor and make the yard feel fresher.
“It's worse when it gets hot.”
Heat makes pet odor more noticeable. We treat odor-prone areas and help remove trapped residue from the turf surface.
“We have multiple dogs.”
More dogs, more odor potential. The Heavy Pet Odor Reset is built for multi-dog homes and high-use pet areas.
“We're having people over.”
Barbecue, birthday, holiday — a Pre-Party Backyard Refresh helps the outdoor space feel cleaner before guests arrive.
“We just moved in — with someone else's turf.”
If the previous owner or tenant had pets, the turf may need a reset before your family starts using the yard.
“We manage a rental with pet turf.”
Move-out and turnover cleaning helps landlords, property managers, and short-term rental owners prep for the next tenant or guest.
Maintenance guide
How often should pet turf be cleaned?
Every yard is different, but here's the schedule we recommend to stay ahead of odor instead of chasing it.
Start Quarterly Turf Care
| Your situation | Recommended cleaning |
|---|---|
| One small dog | Every 4–6 months |
| Two or more dogs | Every 2–3 months |
| High-use dog run | Monthly or quarterly |
| Rental / move-out | As needed |
Straight talk
What turf cleaning can — and can't — fix
We'd rather set honest expectations than overpromise. Cleaning helps reduce odor, removes debris, brushes fibers back to life, and freshens the surface. But results vary based on turf age, drainage, infill condition, odor severity, and pet usage.
Some odor issues come from problems cleaning can't reach: poor drainage, saturated base layers, damaged infill, urine trapped below the turf, failing seams, or years of untreated buildup. If we think your turf needs repair, replacement, or drainage correction, we'll tell you — and we won't sell you a cleaning that can only partially help without saying so first.
We don't promise permanent odor elimination, and no honest turf cleaner should. What we promise is a thorough, specialized cleaning and a straight answer about what your turf needs.
Service area
Proudly serving San Diego County
From the coast to North County to the South Bay — if you've got smelly turf, we'll come to you.
- San Diego
- Carmel Valley
- Del Mar
- La Jolla
- Scripps Ranch
- Poway
- Rancho Peñasquitos
- 4S Ranch
- Mira Mesa
- Encinitas
- Carlsbad
- Solana Beach
- Rancho Santa Fe
- Oceanside
- Chula Vista
- Coronado
- Mission Valley
- Point Loma
- North Park
- South Park
- Pacific Beach
- Mission Beach
- North County
- & surrounding areas
Don't see your neighborhood? Ask us — we likely cover it.
FAQ
Questions dog owners ask us
Why does my turf still smell after I hose it down?
Rinsing pushes water through the turf, but urine residue clings to fibers and infill, and debris stays matted in place. Our process combines debris blowout, mechanical brushing, and enzyme-based treatment that targets odor-causing residue — which a hose alone can't do.
Can you guarantee the smell will be completely gone?
No — and we're upfront about that. Cleaning helps reduce odor and freshen the surface, but results vary based on turf age, drainage, infill condition, odor severity, and pet usage. If odor is coming from below the turf or from drainage issues, cleaning may only partially improve it. We'll give you an honest read during inspection.
Are the treatments pet-friendly?
We use enzyme-based odor treatments and deodorizers made for pet turf areas, applied according to their product labels. We'll let you know when the turf is ready for paws again after your visit — typically once it's dry.
Do you install, repair, or replace turf?
No. We're a specialized cleaning and deodorizing service — not an installer or landscaper. If we spot damage, drainage problems, or turf that's beyond cleaning, we'll tell you so you can bring in the right specialist.
My turf doesn't smell — do you still help?
Absolutely. If your turf is flat, matted, or dusty but odor isn't the issue, the Turf Refresh & Reblooming visit skips the heavy odor treatment and focuses on debris blowout, brushing, fiber reblooming, and a final grooming — so the turf looks lifted and cared-for again.
How often should I have my turf cleaned?
For one small dog, every 4–6 months. For two or more dogs, every 2–3 months. High-use dog runs do best monthly or quarterly. Our Quarterly Turf Care Plan keeps you on schedule automatically, with priority booking.
How long does a visit take?
Visit length depends on turf size, condition, and the level of odor treatment needed — we'll give you a time estimate with your quote.
Do you work with landlords and property managers?
Yes — move-out, move-in, and guest-turnover turf cleaning is one of our core services. We can coordinate with tenants or guests, and can share before & after photos on request.
Free quote
Get your turf cleaning quote
Tell us about your turf and we'll get back to you promptly with a recommendation and an upfront price.
- No obligation, no pushy follow-up
- Photos help us quote faster and more accurately
- Serving all of San Diego County
Prefer email? hello@sandiegoturfrescue.com
