Properly disposing of the turf does take some effort. However, with our location and cost information, the best option can be found.
In a nutshell
- the easiest way of disposal is the compost
- Green waste can be deposited on heaps
- Prices vary from municipality to municipality
- for large quantities, containers and pick-up are available
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Where the turf can be disposed of depends on various factors. These key criteria include:
- size of the lawn
- Amount of grass, earth and stones
- available space in your own garden
compost
Grass, clover and moss can easily be disposed of on the compost. There are no financial burdens involved. The top layer of the lawn forms a wonderful base for compost. This in turn can be used in many ways.
However, this solution is only suitable if the lawn area removed is small and there is enough space available.
Notice: The application to the compost should be done in layers. So grass, earth and other green waste can alternate. This optimizes and accelerates the decomposition of the respective organic substances.
pickup
If there are very large amounts of green waste or grass, roots and soil and the ground is stony, it can be worth ordering containers for disposal.
However, the components should then be separated. The following applies:
- Green waste container for grass and roots
- Excavation container for earth
- Rubble container for stones
grass clippings
The prices depend on various factors. The following points are primarily important:
Experience has shown that between 100 and 120 euros per green waste container for five to ten cubic meters should be planned as a guideline. Containers for excavation can be rented for five cubic meters from around 110 euros. In order to dispose of the stones contained in the turf, a rubble container must be rented. Since the weight is highest here, it also costs more. For a volume of five cubic meters, more than 200 euros are usually to be planned.
In addition, a flat rate can be charged for transport to and from the garden. This alternative is a comparatively convenient solution, but it costs more.
Tip: A price comparison is worthwhile in any case. In some cases, a significant amount can be saved.
deliver green waste
Again, depending on the municipality, green waste, earth and stones can also be driven directly to a recycling center. The advantage of this is that, as a rule, a few cubic meters of turf can be disposed of every year free of charge.
In some places, it is sufficient to show an ID card with your place of residence in the respective city. In other communities, stamps can be picked up free of charge at the Citizens’ Registration Office or additional stamps can be purchased.
If a recycling center is the place of delivery, the effort can be comparatively high, especially for larger areas. Green waste, earth and stones have to be packed in sacks, loaded into the car and driven to the farm. The advantage of this, however, is that the costs involved are very low in comparison.
frequently asked Questions
What is the sod?This is the top layer of the lawn or meadow. This consists of grass plants, clover, moss and other plants. Other components can also be earth and any stones that may be present.
Where can the turf be disposed of?An alternative to compost, containers and recycling centers is organic waste, at least for green waste. However, this only applies if it is a very small amount.
It would also be possible to dispose of the green waste in stages, to sieve the soil and continue to use it in the garden, and to use the stones for decoration, as drainage or to build walls.
There can be various reasons for this. For example, because the lawn needs to be replaced or the area is needed for another purpose.