Using synthetic grass offers significant long-term savings. Natural grass demands continuous spending in water, chemicals, and maintenance, synthetic grass has minimal upkeep costs. Here’s a detailed 12-year cost comparison to find out why artificial grass could be your cost-effective yard option in Charlotte.
SYNTHETIC GRASS
Here’s the annual breakdown for a 1,000 sq. ft. of upkeep for synthetic lawns:
- Homeowner Annual Maintenance: 0-$10 (using a leaf blower is suggested)
- Yearly Professional Grooming performed by 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
Natural grass demands consistent care that involves ongoing spending on irrigation, chemical treatments, mowing and repairs. Here’s the annual breakdown for a 1,000 sq. ft. natural lawn:
- Water Usage: $360/yr
- Fertilizer: $207 annually
- Pre-Emergent Treatments: $150/yr
- Chemical Treatments: $99/yr
- Irrigation Repairs: $120 annually
- Grass Mowing and Edging: $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?
Adopting synthetic grass means saying goodbye to expensive traditional lawn care. These are the reasons why synthetic turf might revolutionize your property:
- 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 saves you money while being eco-friendly.
- Low-Maintenance - A simple power brush once a year can keep synthetic lawns looking fresh. 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 helps reduce landfill waste and minimizes the use of polluting 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
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Reach out for a free sample and a tailored cost estimate to see how synthetic grass can elevate your Charlotte property!