Lawn Thatching in Vancouver, WA

How it works

Thatch is the layer or accumulation of decomposing organic matter that forms at the lawn surface, between soil and grass. Having a light layer of thatch in your turf is good. Thatch keeps your lawn resilient and healthy. It is an excellent protector, as it offers insulation against extreme temperatures and changes in soil moisture. However, when it gets too thick, it could lead to pest problems that are usually detrimental. Much like the case of compaction, it reduces the amount of oxygen and moisture that reach the soil and grassroots. When this happens, dethatching your lawn becomes necessary. We use the best equipment to ensure that your lawn absorbs water effectively. Our experts position the dethatching machine in a way that the blades can get into the surface of the soil. 

Sometimes this process can result in a thin lawn, so we usually recommend power seeding immediately after this is done. Lawn thatching is one of our primary services at Vancouver Lawn Care. The goal here is to make sure that your lawn is in the best possible condition at all times.
So, in a nutshell, lawn dethatching does the following:

• It ensures that your lawn gets enough nutrients that help it to grow well and healthy
• It allows water and air to reach the soil, making the lawn look green, vibrant, and appealing
• It removes unwanted and excess thatch that could cause damage to your lawn over time
• It makes your garden look much more attractive and beautiful
• It allows fertilizers to get to the soil and grassroots to help your lawn grow better