| Thatch is the dead and decaying layer of
plant material that accumulates between the soil surface and the healthy
blades of grass.
Although thin layers of thatch help reduce soil compaction and can actually increase durability of your lawn, too much thatch, built-up over several years can prevent light, water, oxygen and fertilizer from reaching your lawn’s root zone. Most home lawns are subject to thatch accumulation, but if thatch is left unmanaged, it can cause serious maintenance and pest problems.
Although minimum twice yearly lawn aeration can help break down, and in some cases prevent thatch buildup, a thatch layer of one-half inch or more must be raked out—a tedious, back-breaking project for even the most dedicated homeowner. Greenway Lawn Aeration provides professional dethatching services, using state-of-the art equipment that removes thatch that traditional raking would never be able to remove. Depending on thatch thickness and grass type, dethatching is recommended every 1 to 4 years, with the cost ranging from $375 to $500 per 1000 square feet. Our service includes complete dethatching, rake up, removal and dump fees, and of course, a complete cleanup. Call us for a quote on your lawn. If it's time to replace your old lawn, |
