Frequently Asked Questions

Dogs deposit bacteria and uric acid every time they use the turf. For most households with one or two dogs, biweekly Shield Pro service keeps bacteria below harmful thresholds. Households with three or more dogs or high-activity dogs may benefit from weekly service. We recommend starting with Shield Pro and adjusting based on your Turf Health Score reports.

The Shield Protocol is Turf Shield's proprietary 7-step cleaning system: (1) Turf Health Scan, (2) Debris Extraction & Magnet Sweep, (3) Power Broom & Fiber Revival, (4) Enzyme Odor Elimination, (5) Deep Sanitization, (6) Infill Redistribution & Edge Clean, (7) Final Inspection & Health Report. Each step addresses a specific bacterial or structural problem that a hose or basic cleaning misses.

Yes. Every product in The Shield Protocol is certified pet-safe and child-safe when used as directed. We never use bleach, chlorine, or harsh solvents. Our sanitizer is hospital-grade but breaks down to non-toxic compounds within 30 minutes of application. Pets and children can return to the turf 30 minutes after service completion.

Shield Pro includes a 30-Day Odor-Back Guarantee: if pet odor returns within 30 days of service, text us and we return and re-treat at no charge. Shield Elite includes a 100% Odor-Free Guarantee — no time limit. If any odor is detectable after a visit, we come back for free, period. No forms, no hassle.

After each service, your technician submits a report via mobile form including before and after photos, a Turf Health Score out of 100 (scored on fiber condition, cleanliness, and drainage), what was found, what was done, and a recommended next service date. The report is emailed to you within 1 hour of service completion as a branded PDF.

Yes. Same-day emergency service is available subject to technician availability. A 30% surcharge applies and is shown clearly before you confirm. Request same-day service during booking or call us directly.

Shield Pro includes everything in Shield Essential plus enzyme odor treatment, hospital-grade sanitizer, stain removal, and a Health Report every visit — with a 30-Day Odor-Back Guarantee. Shield Elite adds magnet sweep, power wash, full inspection report, priority scheduling, and a dedicated named technician every visit. Elite also carries a 100% Odor-Free Guarantee with no time limit.

Yes. You can pause or cancel your subscription at any time from your customer portal with no cancellation fees. We ask that you cancel at least 24 hours before your next scheduled service.

Yes. We service HOAs, dog daycares, schools, playgrounds, and apartment complexes. Commercial accounts receive volume pricing, invoice billing, COI on request, and a dedicated account manager. Contact us at the commercial page for volume pricing.

A standard residential service takes 45–90 minutes depending on yard size and condition. Your technician will send a notification when they arrive and when they're done. The Health Report follows within 1 hour.