does it matter what climate you live in , or should everyone use a dethatcher ? I live in LA
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I can't imagine why it would be a factor. If you have thatch and you want to remove it easily, this is a great tool. I spent too many years doing it by hand. Just try it on the highest setting first to make sure it is not pulling out more than you expected. I do that for the first pass and then lower it if necessary.
1861005
As far as I know, climate does not matter. If your lawn has thick thatch you should probably remove it once a year. It's almost like allowing your lawn to take a deep breath. Some thatch is good, so I let it build up over the summer and then de-thatch in the fall which is the best time for re-seeding the lawn. With the thatch gone it allows the seed to come into contact with the soil instead of sitting on top of the thatch.
1861006
I am not a horticulturalist, but I believe that a dethatcher is appropriate and beneficial to use in any climate. These machines bring dead grass to the top of the lawn and that's needed in LA as well as where I live in Missouri.
1861007
Wasn't sure what the deal was in LA. Looked online and found that Landscapers advertised the service and Lawn Doctor's ad recommended it depending on what type of grass you have.Here on Long Island in NY I have Rye, Kentucky Blue and Tall Fescue, all of which seem to react well to the thatcher so far. The other gentleman is correct tho,be sure to use the machine on the highest setting. jc
917994
Depends on where you live. These things don't survive much of a Winter, so up North the best time is in the spring. If you are far enough South for a very mild winter, you can probably apply them anytime
528533
By the way, I'm in Tx near Houston so it's hot and humid a lot so depending where you are, you can adapt accordingly.
689376
The point is sharp. Be worried about that. And, if you're really using this pick then you'll be wearing gloves. Oh, if you're outdoors maybe use SPF 50; the sun is a bigger risk here in Colorado.
1053013
I would say about every 2-3 months. It probobly matter where you live as well. We are in a very dry clothes mate and I think our lack of humidity shortens its life some.
451847
I play in Southeast Asia in 100 degrees. I have to sometimes leave it off, due mostly to just the overall sweating, never mind with a glove on or off. So, during warmup I'll use it, but then during the game I leave it off and just take whatever impact may come (I play shortstop,so not as bad as say, 1st base). We do get the occasional day at only high 80s & 90s and on those days I'll use it pretty much the whole time.
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It's heavy duty and meant for year round, but like all things it depends on where you live, what you put in it, and how you fasten it down. I live in San Diego (year round). I lived in Chicago (I'd be comfortable year round, but as the other post mentions a tarp might keep it nicer in the winter). In Chicago we had some pretty fierce winds. If the wind was at its worst, who knows in a few years it might rip. It's strong.
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I live in South Louisiana where there is tremendous heat and humidity and I don't think it's too heavy. Also, if I purchase it from my doctor's office where I get microderm abrasions it costs 4 times that much. Good product, Lana Bel
1966709
We had snow today in Minnesota. I'm looking forward to warmer weather so I can use my umbrella. I'm afraid you'll have to ask someone in a southern state.
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Hi Philip, I use it in similar weather conditions, Paraguay ( hot and humid ) and it gives me great results. I´m sure it will be very helpful to you, go for it.
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Im not sure but i would make sure you have something that allows for weather changes and humidity etc,
1473100
I believes it is better suited for other applications. My experience, a lot more volatile chems and high Pressure washer on hot day is best for that issue! No expert, just my experienced!
650432
Probably depends on your climate. If you get a lot of moister might get water damage. I have mine in Northern CA in our Garage and it works well. I've only had it for a couple of months...I love it.
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Live in Minnesota and it does fine. Just make sure a drift doesn't pile up against it. We rarely clean ours off at all
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I disagree on this. If you have a home like mine that was designed for the NW but is in the midsouth-there is no possible way to control them coming in purely from a design factor. If you read anything about eliminating them indoors all the articles will tell you an exterminator does no good. People, they can come in through a door! It seems to me that you hang this up in the room where there is the most issue and clean it 2-3 times/week. Mine infestation is ALL indoors. I will leave feedback once I have used it but sounds like a winner inside or out.
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Honestly- I don't know. We live in Michigan and used on something that we be in the house. It gets hot in here in the summer- but definitely not that hot. Sorry- wish I could give you better advice.
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I have a small cement driveway and cement sidewalk. It worked great unless you hit an uneven patch...but thats just my ground issue. Last year we had a horrible winter in the tri state area, and this was a god send especially when we had a large amount fall overnight.