Choosing synthetic grass provides excellent cost benefits. While natural grass requires ongoing investments for irrigation, fertilization, and care, synthetic grass has minimal upkeep costs. 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 Edmonton.
SYNTHETIC GRASS
Take a look at the yearly costs for a 1,000 sq. ft. of upkeep for synthetic lawns:
- Homeowner Annual Maintenance: 0-$10 (using a leaf blower is suggested)
- Annual Professional Grooming from 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 demands consistent care that involves ongoing spending on irrigation, chemical treatments, mowing and repairs. Here’s the annual breakdown to maintain 1,000 sq. ft. of natural lawn:
- Irrigation costs: $360/yr
- Fertilizer: $207 annually
- Pre-Emergent: $150 annually
- Chemicals/Weed Control: $99 per year
- Sprinkler System Fixes: $120/yr
- Mowing & Trimming: $1,020/yr
- Total Annual Maintenance Cost: $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?
Switching to synthetic grass lets you stop worrying about heavy water bills, lawn chemicals, and costly equipment upkeep. These are the reasons why synthetic turf might revolutionize your property:
- Water Conservation - Synthetic turf doesn’t require watering, preserving water resources annually. This translates to hundreds of dollars in savings annually.
- Lower Chemical Use - No chemical pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers are needed, synthetic grass saves you money while being eco-friendly.
- Low-Maintenance - One quick yearly brushing keeps your lawn perfect. Skip the usual yard chores of mowing, trimming, or irrigation repairs.
- Reduces Waste - Natural grass clippings fill up landfills. Synthetic grass helps reduce landfill waste by limiting harmful emissions from lawn equipment.
- Consistent Beauty Year-Round - Synthetic lawns look beautiful in every season without the fading or thinning that natural grass often faces.
DO MORE WITH LESS
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