GK Turfing

Business Details

Expert Turf Laying Services in North East

Established over 36 years ago by Gary Kenyon, GK Turfing has become a trusted name in the North East for expert turf laying and lawn installation services. Our commitment to quality begins with home-grown turf harvested daily to ensure freshness, using advanced technology to minimize waste and deliver uniformly sized rolls. We specialize in full ground preparation, including rotavating, levelling, and site clearance, ensuring a flawless foundation for every lawn. Our team's extensive experience and attention to detail enable us to handle projects of all sizes, from small domestic gardens to large commercial spaces. We pride ourselves on flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate our clients' needs.

Beyond turf laying, we offer complementary services such as drainage solutions, fencing, and grass seeding, providing comprehensive garden transformations. Customer satisfaction is paramount, evidenced by our free estimates, aftercare advice, and consistently positive feedback. Our dedication to transparency, reliability, and competitive pricing has solidified our reputation as a leader in the industry. With a focus on sustainable practices and client-centric service, we ensure every project meets the highest standards of quality and durability. Our ongoing work, including contributions to community initiatives like DIY SOS: The Big Build, reflects our commitment to excellence and community support.

Services

Turf Laying Ground Preparation Turf Aftercare Garden Clearance Drainage Solutions Fencing Grass Seeding Levelling

Highlights and features

We have over 36 years of experience in professional turf laying and ground preparation.
Our home-grown turf is harvested daily to ensure maximum freshness and quality.
We use advanced harvesting technology to minimize waste and deliver uniform rolls.
We provide full ground preparation, including rotavating, levelling, and site clearance.
We offer free estimates and flexible working hours, including evenings and weekends.

What people say

Excellent job Professional and hard working Amazing quality Highly recommended Fantastic service

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Services

Turf Laying

Our turf laying service delivers instant, high-quality lawns using fresh, home-grown turf harvested daily. We ensure uniform rolls with minimal waste through advanced technology. Expertise in ground preparation guarantees a flawless finish for gardens of all sizes.

Ground Preparation

Comprehensive ground preparation includes removing old turf, rotavating, levelling, and compacting soil to create an optimal base. This ensures proper root establishment and long-term lawn health, tailored to site-specific conditions.

Turf Aftercare

Post-installation aftercare guidance covers watering schedules, mowing techniques, and troubleshooting. We advise avoiding foot traffic for two weeks and using boards if necessary, ensuring root establishment and preventing damage.

Garden Clearance

We remove debris, weeds, and unwanted materials to prepare gardens for turfing. This service includes levelling uneven terrain and ensuring proper drainage, creating a clean slate for new lawns.

Drainage Solutions

Effective drainage systems prevent waterlogging by redirecting excess moisture. Our solutions include installing channels and soakaways, ensuring healthy turf growth in challenging soil conditions.

People

Gary Kenyon

Founder

Gary Kenyon founded GK Turfing over 36 years ago, establishing a reputation for quality and reliability. His expertise in turf laying and ground preparation drives the company's commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

Questions

What areas do you cover for turf laying services?

We cover the entire North East, including Northumberland, Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, and surrounding regions like Durham, Hexham, and Morpeth.

How soon can I use my new lawn after turfing?

Avoid walking on newly laid turf for two weeks. Use boards if necessary. Mow after two weeks, starting with a high setting to avoid stress.

Do you offer free estimates for your services?

Yes, we provide free estimates for all turf laying, ground preparation, and garden clearance projects. Contact us for a no-obligation quote.

What aftercare support do you provide?

We offer detailed aftercare advice, including watering schedules, mowing guidelines, and troubleshooting tips to ensure your lawn establishes successfully.

Can you handle large or complex garden projects?

Yes, we tackle projects of all sizes, from small domestic gardens to large commercial spaces, with the same attention to detail and efficiency.

Reviews (6)

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Andrew Hodgson

Nov 30, 2021 Report

Fantastic quality turf in terms of grass quality, regular thickness and width so it was very easy to lay. It was delivered within a few days of requesting the quotation and the price was very competitive. We were patching in an area where we previously had paving and I did the work myself. I would have no hesitation using and recommending GK Turfing . Thanks again

Marie Walker

Oct 29, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
New lawn laid in April 21 and what a beautiful lawn it is. Very high quality lawn and a dream to maintain I'm thrilled. The lads worked like Trojans early morning it was done within a couple of hours despite knee high weeds all over the garden. I'm thrilled with it and highly recommend this company. Thank you.
Service:Sod installation

James

Oct 07, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism
The guys did an excellent job re-turfing a front lawn. They were professional and hard working. Would not hesitate to recommend / use them again.

Stephanie Bell

Aug 29, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
We are so pleased with our new green garden. GK Turfing were responsive, helpful and the lads came and did a fantastic job preparing the ground and laying the turf. We would definitely recommend and use again. Thank you GK Turfing
Service:Sod installation

Alan Walton

Aug 09, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Excellent service from a top set of guys. Did the lawn in half a day. Perfectly level and looks great. Would highly recommend.
Services:Sod installation,Seeding

Austin Price

Jul 31, 2020 Report

First things first, GK Turfing supply good turf and a good price. Where the business stands out and shines is with the customer service. From first to last the service was brilliant. Due to a mix-up I found that I was four rolls short of my order. However this was rectified by Gary making a near-enough 40 miles round trip to deliver the shortfall to ensure that I could finish laying all the new turf on the same day. This was a lovely gesture and wonderful customer service by going not just the extra mile but 40! Very grateful and the lawn looks really good. Thank you.