Opting for synthetic grass provides excellent cost benefits. While natural grass requires ongoing investments on upkeep and supplies like water and chemical fertilizers, 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 Vancouver.
SYNTHETIC GRASS
Take a look at the yearly costs for a 1,000 sq. ft. of upkeep for synthetic lawns:
- DIY Annual Maintenance: 0-$10 (a leaf blower is recommended)
- 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
Maintaining natural grass requires ongoing effort with constant costs including water bills, chemicals, fertilizer, and mowing. Here’s the annual breakdown for a 1,000 sq. ft. natural lawn:
- Irrigation costs: $360 annually
- Fertilizer: $207 per year
- Pre-Emergent: $150/yr
- Chemicals/Weed Control: $99 per year
- Irrigation System Maintenance: $120 per year
- Mowing & Trimming: $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 high irrigation expenses, chemical usage, and equipment maintenance. Find out why synthetic turf might revolutionize your property:
- Water Conservation - Synthetic turf doesn’t require watering, leading to substantial water savings. 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 can keep synthetic lawns looking fresh. Forget mowing and sprinkler fixes.
- Reduces Waste - Natural grass clippings fill up landfills. Synthetic grass is eco-friendly by limiting harmful emissions from lawn equipment.
- Year-Round Beauty - Synthetic lawns stay green and lush without the fading or thinning typical of real grass.
DO MORE WITH LESS
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