Stuck in a drought or with a lawn that can’t be tamed? Artificial grass has been gaining ground and a reputation for its eco-friendly option to improving the landscape without the use of water, fertilizer, and monthly upkeep. In fact, a recent survey by the Bureau of Labor Statistics determined that nearly 10% of the citizens polled participated in lawn care activities an average of 1.84 hours every day. That’s 671 hours per year dedicated to lawn and garden care. So, what would you do if you could have that time back?
With more than 6 million gallons of water conserved each year by using artificial grass, making the switch provides plenty of benefits to consider for your home, community and local environment. Not to mention, nearly 1 billion of harmful products including herbicides, fungicides, pesticides, and fertilizers are no longer necessary due to its minimal maintenance. So, should you make the change to your home’s lawn? Here are 3 reasons to invest in artificial grass for your home.
Artificial Grass Saves Time
Would you spend more time with your kids if you didn’t have to mow your lawn? Or perhaps take up a new outdoor hobby? The benefit of time afforded by replacing your lawn with artificial turf is priceless. No more waking up early to stumble outside and mow the lawn on what will become a hot, summer day. With artificial grass, you simply install it and enjoy it.
Save Money by Installing Artificial Grass
Establishing artificial turf in your garden will require some initial capital. Depending on the size of your plot and the company you work with, you could be looking at anywhere from $5 to $20 per square foot. However, it is estimated you’ll see a return on your investment within two to four years. The really good news: once you’ve covered the cost of installing new turf, it’s unlikely you’ll need to replace it for 15 to 25 years. Some regions even offer tax benefits for homeowners who invest in artificial lawns.
Conserve Natural Resources with Artificial Grass
If saving time and money aren’t incentive enough for you, take a look at the various ways artificial grass helps conserve our natural resources:
- Fewer emissions from lawn mowers (reduction in air pollution)
- Conserve water (no need to water your lawn)
- Droughts and floods are no longer a concern
Each of these benefits contributes to an overall reduction of your carbon footprint. Not only are you doing your part to protect the planet, but you may also see a decline in pests (depending on your geographic location) as a result of having less mud and minimal standing water on your property.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that nearly 9 billion gallons of water are used every day for lawn and garden maintenance. This statistic is staggering. As a homeowner, you can save money and resources simply by installing artificial turf. In turn, you’ll be contributing to a reduction in water usage in our country as well as regaining precious time to spend with family and friends.
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