Expert Q&A for How to Know if Your Lawn Needs Dethatching

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    How often should you dethatch your lawn?
    Jeremy Yamaguchi
    Lawn Care Specialist
    Jeremy Yamaguchi is a Lawn Care Specialist and the Founder/CEO of Lawn Love, a digital marketplace for lawn care and gardening services. Jeremy provides instant satellite quotes and can coordinate service from a smartphone or web browser. The company has raised funding from notable investors like Y Combinator, Joe Montana, Alexis Ohanian, Barbara Corcoran and others.
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    Remove thatch from your lawn when it becomes 1 in (2.54 cm) thick or more. You should also check the growing season of your type of grass because you don't want to de-thatch while your lawn is dormant or not actively growing, which is typically during the winter.
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    How much does it cost to dethatch your lawn?
    Maggie Moran
    Home & Garden Specialist
    Maggie Moran is a Professional Gardener in Pennsylvania.
    Home & Garden Specialist
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    The price involved to dethatch a yard is dependent on the size of the yard and the thickness of the thatch that needs to be removed. Most services range in price from $200-400 per 1,000 square feet.
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    How do you know if your lawn needs aeration?
    Maggie Moran
    Home & Garden Specialist
    Maggie Moran is a Professional Gardener in Pennsylvania.
    Home & Garden Specialist
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    One of the side effects of a clogged yard is standing or spongy grass. This is an indication that the yard needs aeration.
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    What is the best time to dethatch a lawn?
    Maggie Moran
    Home & Garden Specialist
    Maggie Moran is a Professional Gardener in Pennsylvania.
    Home & Garden Specialist
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    It is best to dethatch the yard in early spring and early fall while the lawn is growing. This is also the best time to aerate the yard.
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    How do I get rid of thatch on my lawn?
    Maggie Moran
    Home & Garden Specialist
    Maggie Moran is a Professional Gardener in Pennsylvania.
    Home & Garden Specialist
    Expert Answer
    To get rid of thatch on your lawn, you can utilize a thatch rake in a push and pull method.
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