Opting for synthetic grass provides excellent cost benefits. Natural grass demands continuous spending for irrigation, fertilization, and care, synthetic grass keeps costs low. Let’s break down the costs over 12 years to understand why artificial grass could be your cost-effective yard option in Albuquerque.
SYNTHETIC GRASS
Below is a yearly cost summary of 1,000 square feet of maintenance for synthetic lawns:
- DIY 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): Accomplished in less than 24 months
|
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 needs regular attention and comes with recurring expenses for water, fertilizer, chemicals, repairs, and mowing. Here’s the annual breakdown to maintain 1,000 sq. ft. of natural lawn:
- Irrigation/Water: $360/yr
- Fertilizer: $207/yr
- Pre-Emergent Weed Prevention: $150 per year
- Chemical Pesticides and Herbicides: $99 annually
- Irrigation System Maintenance: $120 annually
- Grass Mowing and Edging: $1,020 annually
- 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?
Switching to synthetic grass lets you stop worrying about expensive traditional lawn care. These are the reasons why synthetic turf can be a game-changer:
- Water Conservation - Synthetic turf use zero irrigation, saving thousands of gallons of water per year. This translates to hundreds of dollars in savings annually.
- Lower Chemical Use - Without the need for fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides, synthetic grass saves you money while being eco-friendly.
- Minimal Maintenance - A simple power brush once a year keeps your lawn perfect. No mowing, trimming, or irrigation repairs needed.
- Waste Reduction - Natural grass generates significant landfill waste. Synthetic grass is eco-friendly by limiting harmful emissions from lawn equipment.
- Year-Round Beauty - Synthetic lawns maintain their appearance without the seasonal wear and tear that natural grass often faces.
DO MORE WITH LESS
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