Choosing synthetic grass delivers lasting financial advantages. Natural grass demands continuous spending in water, chemicals, and maintenance, synthetic grass has minimal upkeep costs. Let’s break down the costs over 12 years to find out why artificial grass could be your cost-effective yard option in Detroit and all of Michigan.
SYNTHETIC GRASS
Below is a yearly cost summary for a space of 1,000 square feet of maintenance for synthetic lawns:
- Homeowner Annual Maintenance: 0-$10 (leaf blower is recommended)
- Yearly Professional Grooming from authorized franchise: $1,000-$1,370 (estimated)
- Return on Investment (ROI): Reached within two 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
Maintaining natural grass requires ongoing effort with constant costs on irrigation, chemical treatments, mowing and repairs. Here’s the annual breakdown to maintain 1,000 sq. ft. of natural lawn:
- Water Usage: $360 annually
- Fertilizer: $207/yr
- Pre-Emergent Weed Prevention: $150/yr
- Chemical Pesticides and Herbicides: $99/yr
- Irrigation System Maintenance: $120/yr
- Mowing & Trimming: $1,020 annually
- 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?
Adopting synthetic grass lets you stop worrying about expensive traditional lawn care. Find out why synthetic turf is an excellent option:
- Water Conservation - Synthetic turf doesn’t require watering, saving thousands of gallons of water per year. This translates to hundreds of dollars in savings annually.
- Lower Chemical Use - Because it doesn’t require harmful chemical fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides, synthetic grass reduces both environmental impact and maintenance costs.
- Low-Maintenance - One quick yearly brushing is enough to maintain a pristine look. Skip the usual yard chores of mowing, trimming, or irrigation repairs.
- Reduces Waste - Natural grass contributes to millions of tons of yard waste annually. Synthetic grass cuts down waste by limiting harmful emissions from lawn equipment.
- Year-Round Beauty - Synthetic lawns look beautiful in every season without the seasonal wear and tear seen in traditional lawns.
DO MORE WITH LESS
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