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For many years, folks asked me: “Don’t you have a company logo?” And we really didn’t, as I just never took the time to come up with one…we just had “Earth Tools” written out in a blocky font, and that passed for a logo.

Finally, though, I decided to put some effort into it, and I hired my sister-in-law Trina Peiffer (my wife’s twin sister) to make a line drawing of the Earth Tools sign we have here at the shop. This sign is made out of a 4-foot length of Eastern Red Cedar log; the letters are carved with a chain saw.

I made this sign about 15 years ago (below is a photo). I figured this was a logo with some “meaning”…not just some arbitrary design. Hope you like it!

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SUPPLY-CHAIN ISSUES

The supply chain issues / delays caused by Covid are pretty much worked out now, BUT.- we STILL get VERY busy in the late Winter Spring, and assembling/shipping wait times increase, just because of the log-jam of Tractor / Implement orders coming in all at once at the last minute. So.- DON’T wait until the last minute to order! If you want equipment for this upcoming growing season, ORDER EARLY! Keep in mind that we ship orders on a first-paid, first-shipped basis. we do NOT offer expidited assembling/shipping of tractor implement orders for an extra charge. We appreciate your business and your patience, and we work as hard as we can to get orders out as fast as possible, WITHOUT cutting corners on the proper equipment setup, prep checkout that we are famous for.

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NEW: REGIONAL DELIVERY SERVICE!!

We are now offering a “regional” delivery service for tractor implement orders within a 400-road-mile radius of our location in Owenton KY. Earth Tools’ owner’s Father-in-law (Charles) will be doing the deliveries. Charges for this service will be a bit more than for shipping by truck freight (call for a quote to your specific location), but delivery will be with a pickup truck (and trailer, if needed) that can get to most any location – unlike a semi-truck. Also, scheduling of the delivery will be more flexible, to better meet your needs. “perks” of this service are that the equipment will be FULLY assembled, and Charlie will show you basic operation of the tractor. Minimum merchandise order for this service: 6500. Call for a delivery quote!

Why are new BCS tractors BLACK or SILVER?

Beginning in late 2017, the BCS factory started a new “paint scheme” for their tractors and implements: The tractors are just painted BLACK, and the BCS-branded implements are painted SILVER. (and in 2023, the tractor bodies started coming through SILVER as well) So, on the tractors, the only blue parts are now the plastic “beauty” shrouds for the handlebars.

WHY?

Because the BCS factory in Italy produces 3 brands of walk-behind tractors on the same assembly line: BCS, Ferrari, and Pasquali (BCS purchased these other 2 companies in the 1990s…and no, this is NOT the automotive “Ferrari!”). Historically, they had different paint-lines for each tractor and implement line (Blue for BCS, Green for Ferrari, and Yellow for Pasquali)…but sometime in 2017, they decided to optimize efficiency by painting all the tractors and implements “neutral” colors and just letting the plastic shrouds and decals delineate what brand tractor it would be. Hence, non-blue BCS tractors started appearing in the USA in early 2018. (We have told BCS that we think this is a bad idea. the blue was a color most people associated with BCS, and now, if the plastic beauty shrouds are discarded or lost, there is no color for brand recognition, and that would hurt them more in the long run than the few bucks a tractor they’re saving by not having separate paint lines in their factory. We’ll see if they ever bring the Blue back. )

Built well enough for everyday agricultural use, this mini-baler produces a 40 to 60 pound (depending on moisture of hay and how tight you roll it) bale measuring 21” x 23”, every 60 seconds. Bales are formed by a series of chain-driven aluminum rollers around the circumference of the bale chamber no belts or bands to dry-rot or need adjustment. The drive chains are much heavier-duty than you would think necessary, no more power than these little tractors have… but that’s a good representation of how the CAEB company over-builds this thing.

An automatic oiling system for the drive chains is standard equipment. The Baler forms “soft-core” bales which allows some circulation of air through the bale center while the outside of the bale is rolled tight to shed moisture if left outside. Bales are wrapped with a self-sticking UV resistant nylon net-wrap.

The number of bales you can make on one roll of net-wrap varies according to the “lap” setting you choose on the Baler: The most common is the “2.5 lap” setting, which will do about 325 – 350 bales per roll and results in a nice, durable bale… but, if you’re not handling the bales much and really want to conserve the netting, the “1.5 lap” setting will get you about 500 bales per roll. The 3.5 lap setting consumes more netting, and would only be used for wrapping very “crumbly” materials like grass clippings or leaves. (For those concerned with the amount of waste generated by the disposable net-wrap: The total weight / mass of material used for the net-wrap is the same or less per pound of hay baled compared to the polypropylene twine commonly used on square balers. [This calculation done at the “2.5 lap” setting for net-wrap…on the “1.5 lap” setting, the amount used will be considerably less in mass than poly twine])

An indicator on the side of the machine tells the operator when the bale is fully formed, at which point the operator pulls a single lever which trips the net-wrapping, wrap-cutting and chamber-opening cycle. The operator then sets the bale out of the chamber, closes the chamber, and resumes baling. As with the hayrake/tedder, the front wheels steer to guide the machine with a steering rod that comes out to the operator. This baler will bale hay, leaves, and even pine needles as long as the material is dry (green hay can be made into silage using the CAEB Bale Wrapper [it is OK for the material being baled to have INTERNAL moisture if you are going to make haylage/silage with the bale wrapper, but EXTERNAL moisture on the material being baled is a problem, as it will cause plugging and can lead to baler damage!]). The baler comes with one roll of net-wrap, a built-in bale counter, automatic chain oiler, parking brake and male a quick-coupling built into the PTO hookup flange. Requires tractor be equipped with female quick-coupling. (NOTE: We randomly test new balers here at Earth Tools before we ship them, to make sure they are working properly…we put ONE BALE through them. So, if you see a bit of hay on your new baler, this is why!)

The CAEB baler works well on pine straw (needles)as well. [Older red baler pictured]

Sickle bar mowers

The Crassula CR6 disc mower has a cutting width of 2,45 m. The advantage of this type of mower lies in its ease of use, its relative light weight combined with the excellent contour following thanks.

sickle bar mower BF, BFS series

Working width: 135 cm. 270 cmPower required: 20, 35, 50, 70 chWeight: 195 kg. 530 kg

The Enorossi Sickle Bar Mowers come from an accurate study for a wide variety of uses especially in pastures. BF/BFT series with riveted guards and BFS series with bolted guards. All.

disc mower BE400

Working width: 50 cm

sickle bar mower 680 HY StarGate

Working width: 210 cmPower required: 8.6, 10.7, 7.5, 9.1 chWeight: 135, 141, 143 kg

Motor mower with new continuously variable transmission (CVT) and PowerSafe® hydraulic clutch. With the 680 HY StarGate the new era for BCS multifunctional motor mowers has begun! The new, completely.

sickle bar mower 614 PowerSafe®

Working width: 0 cm. 100 cmPower required: 3.6 kWPTO speed: 990 rpm

The versatility of BCS motor mowers PowerSafe® allows our customers to fulfil any requirement, all year round, related to:. mowing fodder. weeding between rows of vineyards and orchards. maintenance of public.

sickle bar mower 615 PowerSafe®

Working width: 0 cm. 115 cmPower required: 6.3, 3.6, 4.1 kWPTO speed: 990 rpm

The versatility of BCS motor mowers PowerSafe® allows our customers to fulfil any requirement, all year round, related to:. mowing fodder. weeding between rows of vineyards and orchards. maintenance of public.

sickle bar mower JRF-1001A/B/C (RATO)

Working width: 870, 970, 1,070 mmPower required: 2.5 kW

A self-propelled double-reciprocating sickle-bar mower for heavy-duty vegetation-clearance.Use our sustainable scythe mowers to give gardens and wild growing meadows.

sickle bar mower 5300

Working width: 105, 100, 122 cmPower required: 4.8 kWWeight: 70 kg

gardens or along a lake, the meadow mower 5300 is the best choice for difficult areas. PRACTICE HINTS 1 In the professional landscape maintenance the robust municipal cutter bar is recommended. The.

sickle bar mower 3600 series

Working width: 60 cm. 400 cmPower required: 4.8 kWWeight: 55, 57 kg

cutter bar mower drive with no-play, readjustable blade drive.2 or 3 forward and backward gears allow operation speed always adjusted to the application.Safe working on steep slopes up to 45° (100%).Purposive.

sickle bar mower CB8700

Working width: 87 cm

Specifications Engine model. : 159 cc Lon Engine type. : 4 stroke CC. : 159 cc Airfilter. : Paper with foam filter Starter. : Recoil Oil. : SAE 30 Gasoline/diesel. : Gasoline Engine oil. : 0,6 litre Cutting width. :.

sickle bar mower LK series

Working width: 1.2, 1.6, 1.8, 2.1 mPower required: 18, 25 kWSwath width: 1, 1.4, 1.6, 1.9 m

Rear-mounted mowers with single cutter bar and double fingers are designed for cutting all types of grass and forage plants. This type of mower is very simple and easy for handling and.

sickle bar mower LK series

Working width: 1.25 m. 2.25 mPower required: 18, 25 kWSwath width: 1, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.8 m

Rear-mounted tractor mowers with two moveable cutter bars designed for cutting all types of grass, forage plants and medicinal herbs, as well as for public utility works. This type of mower.

sickle bar mower 407 series

Power required: 5.2 kW. 7.1 kWWeight: 148, 158, 166, 172, 175 kg

for intensive use Key features: 1- Height and side adjustable handlebars. 2- Implements: a) Mower; b) Front-mounted rotary mower; c) Belt rake; d) Irrigation pump; e) Snowplough;.

sickle bar mower FIORE

Working width: 1.45 m. 2.35 mPower required: 25 chPTO speed: 540 rpm

possible to cut on inclined contours, on embankments and ditches, thanks to the possibility of inclining the cutter bar down to.45°. A sickle bar following the field contours in the.

sickle bar mower 9GB-2.1

Working width: 2,100 mm

reciprocating mower is used for reaping the grass which grows at the farm, forest or pastureland It works at the hill, sloping field or small field It controls by the tractor driver and it has the good working performance.

sickle bar mower

Working width: 11 m

Clear View Excellent overview as the complete machine is in the drivers FOCUS. Obstacles are detected without any difficulty. Benefit of maximum working width – no unnecessary overlap. No overrun of upright food Tractors with.

sickle bar mower

Working width: 1.25 m. 6 m

All Brielmaier mowers use the same chassis, the same wheel hub motors, the same hydraulics and the same operating unit. A low centre of gravity and the unique compact transverse design of the machine ensure optimum handling.

sickle bar mower BY957

Working width: 180, 215, 155 cmPower required: 25 chPTO speed: 540 rpm

Haryo BY 957 Meadow Mower has been produced according to the results of countless trials, in the norms that the farmer can use comfortably in accordance with agriculture. First of all, the farmer wants his machine.

sickle bar mower DM series

Working width: 7.3, 8, 9.1, 10 mWeight: 680 kg. 1,160 kg

The SAUERBURGER DM Butterfly mower combinations are designed for high area outputs with relatively low power requirements. Due to the low power-to-weight ratio, the mower combinations can also be operated.

sickle bar mower Shrub Master

Power required: 36.3 kWPTO speed: 540 rpmWeight: 275 kg

Shrub Master is also known as Rotary Slasher from KS AGROTECH PVT.LTD. We are one of the leading manufacturers, exporters, and suppliers of Shrub Master/Rotary Slasher. Our Rotary Slasher is very suitable for controlling and cutting shrubs.

sickle bar mower FC 110

Configured for a centrally mounted cutterbar, this lightweight and manoeuvrable machine is designed to meet the requirements of non-professional users. Gearbox 1-speed (1 forward) Differential no Fwd/Rev shuttle no Engine.

motor-mower CORONA

Working width: 112 cm. 167 cmPower required: 4.5, 5, 7 kWPTO speed: 3,600 rpm

Motor mower Corona is available in options, with diesel engine Lombardini-15LD350 5.00 kW, gasoline engine Kohler CH395 power 7.00 kW, Kipor 178F diesel engine. The gearbox has four speeds, three forward and one reverse

sickle bar mower FKRFM series

Working width: 1,930, 1,500 mmPower required: 40 ch. 55 chPTO speed: 540 rpm

It is used for cutting of fodder crops like Millet, Sorghum, Maize, Oats, Mustard. Saves labour cost and time. It is provided with a moving cam cover to avoid the logging of the fodder crop on the cam. Reciprocating motion of blades.

sickle bar mower LKS-SMB-DB

Working width: 600 cm

sickle bar mower 5PR

Working width: 1,200 mmPower required: 5 chWeight: 135 kg

Side clutch for easy drive – LHS RHS turning with minimum turning radius Telescopic adjustable handle- length can be adjusted Powerful Honda engine – GX200 Cutting height adjustment – 4 inches to 22 inches

sickle bar mower T-BB

Working width: 1,400 mmPower required: 35 ch. 45 chPTO speed: 540 rpm

The Reaper-binder which is driven by the power-take-off drive of the tractor and easily attached to the tractor by its three-point hitch is a very useful and practical machine that needs very little maintenance and it reaps and binds.

sickle bar mower CB 180

Working width: 660 mmPower required: 35 ch. 70 chWeight: 248 kg

Double bar sickle mower is a three-point linkage mower that attached to the lower links and to the upper link bracket of the tractor. The blade is moved by three V-belts.

sickle bar mower D 3.87

Working width: 87 cm

sickle bar mower

Working width: 160 cm. 260 cm

Bar widths of up to 260 cm are used for the rugged frame construction of broad gauge mowers, which enables extremely high acreage performance. This makes broad gauge mowers particularly.

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Tips on How to Dethatch a Lawn

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Give your grass a boost this spring by tackling any problematic thatch buildup. Here’s a complete guide to dethatching for a lush and hearty lawn.

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You may be meticulous about mowing, weeding, seeding and watering your lawn, but still find it lackluster in color and health. “Don’t blame your efforts,” says Midwest Lawn Co. owner Eric Harbit. “Blame thatch.”

Many homeowners don’t know their lawn may be compromised by a hidden enemy. Thatch, a dense layer of organic material — including live and dead grass, roots, leaves, stems and weeds — covers the surface of the soil. It acts as an impenetrable barrier that blocks adequate amounts of air, water and nutrients from reaching the roots of your grass.

This lawncare oversight is rapidly changing, however. Online searches for dethatching-related information and tips have more than doubled since 2019. Increasing numbers of homeowners are realizing they need to add dethatching to their regular lawn care schedule.

“Dethatching is the mechanical removal of thatch, usually with a gasoline-powered machine but it can also be done with a leaf rake or thatching rake,” says agronomist and lawn care expert Bob Mann, director of state and local government relations for the National Association of Landscape Professionals.

If you are planning to remove excess thatch this spring, read on to learn how to properly dethatch your lawn and ensure lasting vigor and vibrancy.

When to Dethatch Your Lawn

The best time to dethatch your lawn is while the grass is still in the process of growing and the soil is most, but not soggy. That means for cool-season grasses, you’ll probably want to dethatch in the spring. For warm-season grasses, you’re probably looking at late spring or early in the summer.

Methods for Dethatching a Lawn

There are various methods to dethatch your lawn, depending upon how large an area you need to cover and how dense the thatch layer has become. Here are a few of the most common:

Dethatching rakes

A dethatching rake is a short-tined rake with thin, sharp blades designed to dig into your turf and pull up thatch. Dethatching rakes are effective for light thatch maintenance on small lawns or sections of lawn. A dethatching rake is suitable “for gardeners that want a vigorous upper body workout,” as Mann puts it. These are our picks for the best dethatching rakes.

If you have limited thatch, you can also use a standard bow rake. “The same leaf rake that you use in the fall can be used to remove a degree of thatch from the lawn,” Mann says. “It’s not easy, but it is doable.”

Dethatching machines

Dethatching machines resemble push lawn mowers and come in two basic types, Mann says.

“First is a series of thin metal blades mounted vertically on a spinning horizontal shaft turned by a gasoline engine,” he says. “The blades are set to cut deep enough to go through the thatch layer and just into the topsoil. A proportion of the thatch is brought to the surface (it looks just like grass clippings) where it can be gathered and removed.”

This type of dethatching machine, also known as a scarifier, is the most effective method for removing deep or dense thatch. It is also the most aggressive method and should be used with caution on lawns that are not in vigorous health. Dethatching machines with blades are typically found at equipment rental stores, although you can also purchase a gas- or electric-powered scarifier if your lawn requires annual dethatching.

The second type, Mann says, “is a series of spring-loaded tines on a bar that is moved over a lawn by a machine, typically a mower. The tines are set to dig into the thatch as the machine travels across the lawn tearing out a proportion of it and depositing it on the surface. This approach is less traumatic, but also less effective.”

Also known as power rakes, these work well for lawns with thinner thatch layers and healthy grass that can withstand intense raking. Power rakes are commonly used by landscapers to remove loose thatch, allowing air and light to penetrate to the grass roots. They can also be rented or purchased for DIY dethatching.

Dethatching tow-behinds

If you have a large area that needs dethatching and you own a tractor, rider or ATV, a tow-behind dethatcher is ideal. Fitted with sturdy tines, these dethatchers comb through the matted layer of thatch while being towed across your lawn.

Many tow-behinds include an adjustable weight tray for more or less penetration into the soil. Use light weights to skim the soil surface for annual thatch maintenance, or heavier weights to turn your tow-behind into a scarifier to remove dense thatch across a wide area.

Dethatching liquids

A relative newcomer to the dethatching scene, dethatching liquids combine bacteria and enzymes to boost the natural decomposition of the thatch layer. Instead of removing the thatch, you can simply mix a dethatching liquid with water and spray it on your lawn.

Some liquid dethatchers also incorporate lawn fertilizer to combine two jobs into one. There are also DIY liquid dethatchers you can mix at home with ingredients ranging from soap to beer, supposedly formulated to speed thatch decomposition.

It’s not clear how effective dethatching liquids are in reducing or preventing thatch build-up. Opt for a rake or mechanical dethatcher for more effective results.

Tools for Dethatching the Lawn

“Just as in cooking, have all of your tools and materials ready to go before starting,” Mann says. “The machine is going to bring up much more material than you might think. Have a nice big leaf rake to (rake the removed thatch into a row), a good-sized wheelbarrow to transport it and a suitable place to dump it on your property.”

And, Mann adds, “Don’t enter this thatch into the waste stream if at all possible. It doesn’t decompose quickly and we certainly want to be responsible with yard waste.”

Note: Run the dethatching machine over your yard at least three times, in different directions each time. The machine should churn up roughly the same volume of organic debris each time you pass.

Aftercare

Dethatching will probably leave your lawn looking a little worse for wear for a few weeks. Regardless which dethatching method you choose, bolster your lawn immediately with quality fertilizer and a deep watering. Your grass will need some TLC to bounce back as vibrant and resilient as before.

“This is major surgery for your lawn,” Mann says. “There will be a period of time necessary for recovery where you might want to go above and beyond.”

Rebecca Winke moved to Italy from Chicago in 1993 and shortly thereafter took a deep dive into country living by renovating a sprawling medieval stone farmhouse and running it as a BB for 20 years. Today, she spends her time writing about travel, culture, and food (it’s Italy, after all!) for publications like The Telegraph and Italy Magazine, as well as pondering the strange winds that blew an urban vegetarian to a farm in Umbria.

Learn how to choose between a power rake and a dethatcher as the best garden tool to remove thatch buildup and clear soil for new grass seed.

By Timothy Dale | Published Jun 28, 2021 12:44 PM

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A power rake and a dethatcher are sometimes referred to interchangeably as though they are the same machine, but these garden tools differ on a few key details. Knowing the differences and using the right tool can greatly matter when you are trying to clear out dead grass, excess grass clippings, and thatch buildup.

Continue reading to learn the primary differences between these two garden tools, including the suitability for beginners, the mechanical differences, and the specific circumstances that help determine which tool to use for the task at hand.

Both tools are used to remove thatch and debris buildup on a lawn.

The purpose of both tools is to get rid of thatch from a lawn. Thatch is a buildup of organic matter that is made up of both living and dead plants, including stems, leaves, roots, and any mulch or lawn clippings that have been left behind by a mower. This buildup can prevent new seeds from reaching the soil and it also can choke out the living grass over time.

• A dethatcher is a light-duty tool used to remove thatch that is up to 1/2-inch thick.
• A power rake is a heavy-duty garden tool primarily used by professional landscapers to lift and remove thatch that exceeds 1/2 inch in thickness.

Spring tines on a dethatcher lift a small amount of debris to the surface.

Dethatchers can come in several different types including manual, tow-behind, and powered, but every dethatcher uses a similar mechanism to remove a small amount of thatch and dead organic debris from the surface of the lawn. These light-duty garden tools have spring tines that are designed to rotate and dislodge up to 1/2 inch of thatch.

• Manual dethatchers look similar to a rake, except the metal tines are thick and perpendicular to the dethatcher handle. These tools also may have a set of wheels on either side of the tines to help move it across the surface of the lawn instead of digging into the soil.

• Tow-behind dethatchers have a similar mechanism to manual dethatchers, except they are towed behind a mower, saving the user some time and effort.

• Powered dethatchers rely on a motor to drive the spring tines, only requiring the user to push the power dethatcher like a lawn mower.

A heavy-duty blade and rotating flails on a power rake remove a lot more debris than a dethatcher.

A power rake is a much more aggressive tool than a dethatcher because it’s made to remove thatch and other organic debris from the lawn that has reached a thickness exceeding 1/2 inch. The heavy-duty garden tool has a powerful motor that drives the dethatching blade and a series of rotating flails to help lift and remove the organic debris from the surface of the lawn.

These machines typically resemble square or rectangular oversized mowers, though some models have the dethatching blades partially exposed in the front of the tool. The dethatching blades can be adjusted to the correct height to avoid damaging healthy grass and grass roots. This aggressive approach to lawn maintenance can remove up to four times more thatch material than a dethatcher.

Less aggressive dethatchers are more suitable for residential lawns.

Typically a small- to medium-sized lawn will take about one year to accumulate a thatch that is thick enough to negatively impact the health of the grass, which means that the average lawn only needs to be dethatched once a year to prevent the thickness of the thatch from exceeding 1/2 inch. So, for small- to medium-sized residential lawns, a dethatcher is a better option than a power rake.

These light-duty tools are more than enough to remove a small amount of dead and living organic debris from the surface of the lawn and with a dethatcher there is less chance that the healthy grass and roots will be damaged by an inexperienced user. Using a dethatcher in the spring and fall ensures that the soil is exposed and prepared for overseeding.

Inexperienced users can damage a lawn with a power rake.

Power raking is an aggressive process that uses a heavy-duty blade and a series of rotating flails to cut and lift thatch that has become more than 1/2-inch thick, and it could destroy the lawn if not done properly. These heavy-duty tools are typically used by professional landscapers, but DIYers can learn how to use them effectively with a little patience and a lot of practice.

Inexperienced users benefit from first working with a dethatcher to become better acquainted with the process of lifting and removing thatch from the soil before trying to operate a power rake. After using a dethatcher, users should still take their time learning how to properly use a power rake before setting it loose on their lawn. Practice helps prevent tearing up new grass, destroying grass roots, and possibly damaging the moving parts of the power rake.

A power rake is especially useful for large lawns.

Dethatching a small- to medium-sized yard is a standard maintenance task that many DIYers can take on with some type of regular consistency, ensuring that the thatch on the lawn never exceeds ½ inch in thickness. However, as the size of the lawn increases, it becomes more difficult to monitor the thickness of the thatch. Without careful monitoring, parts of the lawn may develop a thicker thatch that’s more than a dethatcher can handle.

Enter the power rake. This impressive tool is designed specifically to handle thick, overgrown thatch, so users with large lawns won’t need to worry about thick patches that would present a problem for dethatchers. Just use the power rake as necessary to keep the lawn looking healthy.

Manual dethatchers are less expensive than power rakes.

Most DIYers who are looking for a tool to clean up their yard for yearly seeding don’t need to rely on the aggressive tearing blade and rotating flail of a power rake unless the lawn has a detrimental recurring thatch problem. This is great news because manual dethatchers are significantly less expensive than investing in a power rake.

The price discrepancy between these tools is due in part to the mechanical construction of the tools, but it’s also associated with the target market for each tool. Power rakes have a high price tag because they are typically sold to landscaping companies that can use the machines on a daily basis, while manual dethatchers are primarily sold to those who want to maintain the lawn at their home.