Lawn Scarifier Thatcher - Petrol

The scarifier removes thatch, dead grass, moss, and weeds from your lawn, helping to aerate the soil and promote new, healthy grass growth.

It can penetrate up to 5mm deep into the soil to remove thatch and aerate the lawn.

Yes, it includes a collection box that gathers the removed thatch and debris for easy disposal.

No, petrol is not supplied due to legal restrictions. Petrol can be purchased separately at petrol stations using an approved storage container. A petrol can is available to purchase from HSS.

Yes, the height of the machine is adjustable to suit the level of scarifying and thatch removal required.

You will need a vehicle at least the size of a truck to transport the scarifier safely.

It is recommended to wear steel toe protection, earplugs for noise protection, and gloves such as gauntlets, PVC, cotton, or rigger gloves.

Scarifying removes thatch and moss by cutting into the lawn surface, while aerating creates holes in the soil to improve air, water, and nutrient penetration. Some machines combine both functions.

Generally, scarify your lawn once or twice a year—typically in spring or autumn—to maintain healthy grass growth.

While petrol scarifiers are powerful and ideal for larger areas like parks or playing fields, they can also be used on medium to large home lawns. For very small lawns, electric or manual scarifiers might be more suitable.

When done correctly, scarifying improves lawn health. However, excessive or improper scarifying can damage grass, so adjust settings according to your lawn’s condition.

Yes, scarifying effectively removes moss from the lawn, which can otherwise suffocate grass and cause patchy growth.

After scarifying, it’s a good idea to rake up debris, overseed bare patches, and feed your lawn to encourage new growth.