While a natural lawn can look great on your property, it can also be incredibly costly to maintain. Artificial turf installation, on the other hand, costs more to install in the first place, but is virtually expense-free over the years. Here's a comparison to help you see all the areas in which you could save with an artificial turf installation.  Call us today to set up a consultation.

Water Bills

Natural grass requires plenty of water to keep it looking its best. An 800 square-foot lawn, for example, will require nearly 50,000 gallons of water every year to ensure maximum health. Most water utility providers charge by the gallon, and that is a lot of gallons to pay for throughout the year! In some cases, your service provider may charge tiered rates, with the per-gallon cost going up the more you use.

Because artificial turf installations don't require any water to maintain their rich, green colour, you stand to save a lot of money on utility expenses over time. Of course, you'll need some water to rinse your turf periodically, but the amount of water you'll use will likely barely be noticeable on your bill.

Care Equipment

To keep a natural lawn at a healthy length, you'll have to mow it every week or two, and for that, you're going to need a lawnmower. Depending on the style you choose, you may also need gas or electricity to power it, which can add to your ongoing costs. If you don't have the time, ability, or inclination to do the mowing yourself, you'll incur the even-higher costs of hiring a gardener to do the work for you.

An artificial turf installation doesn't require any mowing, so you won't need a lawnmower at all. You will, however, need a broom and a plastic rake to sweep away debris and keep the blades from getting compacted over time. You likely already have these items in your garage, and if you don't, they are relatively inexpensive at your local hardware or home improvement store.

Chemical Treatments

Fertilizers, pest control treatments and weed killers are all necessary for natural lawns from time to time. Depending on the specific issues you are having, you may need to purchase multiple products to restore your lawn's health. The next year, you may encounter a different pest or disease, forcing you to buy even more treatment products. Although these products are not terribly expensive on their own, the costs can add up over time, especially if you require a rotating selection of products for different uses.

Artificial turf installations don't require any of these chemical products, as they are naturally resistant to pests. Because the grass is synthetic, it doesn't grow, so it won't need to be fertilized. The base underneath the turf covers the underlying soil completely, so weeds won't be able to spring up either, eliminating the need for all chemical care products and their associated costs.

Learn More About Artificial Turf Installation

When you are ready to make the switch to a synthetic lawn,  get in touch with our team right away. We'll schedule your artificial turf installation right away so you can begin enjoying the benefits as quickly as possible.