Using synthetic grass offers significant long-term savings. Natural grass involves regular, ongoing costs in water, chemicals, and maintenance, synthetic grass minimizes maintenance expenses. Let’s breakdown why artificial grass can save money over a 12-year period to find out why artificial grass can be the best solution for your outdoor space in Asheville.
SYNTHETIC GRASS
Take a look at the yearly costs for a 1,000 sq. ft. to maintain synthetic lawns:
- Customer Annual Maintenance: 0-$10 (a leaf blower is recommended)
- Annual Professional Grooming performed by authorized franchise: $1,000-$1,370 (estimated)
- Return on Investment (ROI): Achieved in under 2 years
| Year | Synthetic Grass Maintenance Cost |
| Year 1 | $1010 |
| Year 2 | $1010 |
| Year 3 | $1010 |
| Year 4 | $1010 |
| Year 5 | $1010 |
| Year 6 | $1010 |
| Year 7 | $1010 |
| Year 8 | $1010 |
| Year 9 | $1010 |
| Year 10 | $1010 |
| Year 11 | $1010 |
| Year 12 | $1010 |
| Total Cost Over 12 Years | $12,120 - $16,440 |
NATURAL GRASS
Natural grass needs regular attention with constant costs for water, fertilizer, chemicals, repairs, and mowing. Below is a 12-month cost analysis for a 1,000 sq. ft. natural lawn:
- Irrigation costs: $360 annually
- Fertilizer: $207 annually
- Pre-Emergent: $150 annually
- Chemicals/Weed Control: $99/yr
- Irrigation Repairs: $120 annually
- Mowing & Trimming: $1,020 per year
- Total Annual Care Costs: $1,956
| Year | Natural Grass Maintenance Cost |
| Year 1 | $1,956 |
| Year 2 | $1,956 |
| Year 3 | $1,956 |
| Year 4 | $1,956 |
| Year 5 | $1,956 |
| Year 6 | $1,956 |
| Year 7 | $1,956 |
| Year 8 | $1,956 |
| Year 9 | $1,956 |
| Year 10 | $1,956 |
| Year 11 | $1,956 |
| Year 12 | $1,956 |
| Total Cost Over 12 Years | $23,472 |
WHY IS ARTIFICIAL GRASS THE BEST CHOICE FOR LONG-TERM SAVINGS?
Transitioning to synthetic grass eliminates the need for high irrigation expenses, chemical usage, and equipment maintenance. Here’s why synthetic turf can be a game-changer:
- Water Conservation - Synthetic turf eliminates the need for irrigation, saving thousands of gallons of water per year. This translates to hundreds of dollars in savings annually.
- Lower Chemical Use - No chemical pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers are needed, synthetic grass reduces both environmental impact and maintenance costs.
- Low-Maintenance - A simple power brush once a year keeps your lawn perfect. Forget mowing and sprinkler fixes.
- Reduces Waste - Natural grass clippings fill up landfills. Synthetic grass cuts down waste by limiting harmful emissions from lawn equipment.
- Consistent Beauty Year-Round - Synthetic lawns stay green and lush without the fading or thinning that natural grass often faces.
DO MORE WITH LESS
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