Choosing synthetic grass offers significant long-term savings. Natural grass demands continuous spending in water, chemicals, and maintenance, synthetic grass minimizes maintenance expenses. Let’s break down the costs over 12 years to see why artificial grass could be your cost-effective yard option in Oakley.
SYNTHETIC GRASS
Take a look at the yearly costs for a 1,000 sq. ft. of maintenance for synthetic lawns:
- Customer Annual Maintenance: 0-$10 (using a leaf blower is suggested)
- Yearly 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 for natural lawn of 1,000 sq. ft:
- Water Usage: $360 annually
- Fertilizer: $207 annually
- Pre-Emergent Weed Prevention: $150/yr
- Chemical Treatments: $99 annually
- Irrigation Repairs: $120 per year
- Lawn Mowing Services: $1,020 per year
- Yearly Maintenance Expenses: $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 means saying goodbye to expensive traditional lawn care. Find out why synthetic turf can be a game-changer:
- Water Conservation - Synthetic turf doesn’t require watering, preserving water resources annually. You’ll save hundreds of dollars every year.
- Lower Chemical Use - No chemical pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers are needed, synthetic grass reduces both environmental impact and maintenance costs.
- Minimal Maintenance - An annual brushing is enough to maintain a pristine look. Skip the usual yard chores of mowing, trimming, or irrigation repairs.
- Reduces Waste - Natural grass generates significant landfill waste. 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 seasonal wear and tear typical of real grass.
DO MORE WITH LESS
Thinking about making the switch?
Reach out for a free sample or a personalized quote to see how synthetic grass can elevate your Oakley lawn!