Manual thatching rakes are available at most lawn and garden stores; they’re popular for smaller lawns, light thatch, and general thatch maintenance through the growing season. Power rakes are a ...

In this article: Greenworks Corded Dethatcher; 48-inch Tow-Behind Dethatcher and Ames True Temper Thatch Rake To better understand what thatch is on your lawn, it can help to consider roofing methods.

But before you start dethatching, mow your lawn to half its normal height to avoid tearing up any live grass in the process. Then, take out your rake or dethatcher and remove the thatch.

In our latest update, contributor Tom Scalisi tested two new models, the Wen 16-Inch, 15 Amp 2-in-1 Electric Dethatcher and Scarifier and the True Temper Thatch Rake. He dethatched sections of his ...