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John Deere 40" Towable Dethatcher

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Description

Achieve a lush, healthy lawn with our powerful towable John Deere 40" Towable Dethatcher rental, designed to tackle everything from seedbed preparation to light aeration and thorough dethatching.
Key Features:
  • Weight Tray for Custom Performance: Add weight as needed for deeper dethatching to suit your lawn's condition.
  • Offset Wheels for Leveling: Compact design and offset wheels ensure consistent leveling and a narrower profile for easy maneuvering.
  • Adjustable Spring Tines: Lock the tines into "aggressive mode" to lightly aerate the soil's top layer while lifting out thatch, promoting better water and nutrient absorption.
  • Convenient Transport Mode: Safely travel over concrete without damaging the tines by switching to transport mode.
  • Built-In Safety Mechanism: Each tine is secured with a safety wire, ensuring they stay attached even in the rare event of a breakage.
Ideal for any lawn care project, this dethatcher provides a thorough and efficient way to maintain a healthy, vibrant lawn. Rent it today to give your grass the best start for the season! This towable dethatcher rental is ideal for individuals with a vehicle that can be used for towing at home, e.g. a riding mower . For a standalone gas powered dethatcher, click here.

Applications:

  • Dethatching
  • Aerating
  • Lawn Care
  • Seed prep

Product Features:

  • 2 rows (20 tines) of independently flexing dual tine tips for maximum thatch pickup
  • Adjustable height
  • Tines secured with safety wires
  • Tray designed allows addition of weight
  • Exceptional working width
  • Transport mode for travel over concrete

Product Specifications:

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Specifications may vary by model. Contact us at (810) 231-7368 for exact specifications for your rental.

About This Rental

What Contractors Are Saying

Real feedback from operators who've used this equipment

"I had a great experience with Wards Equipment Rental. The rental process was quick and easy, and both pickup and drop-off were smooth and hassle-free. The staff was friendly, professional, and very helpful. Everything went exactly as it should. Highly recommend Wards Equipment Rental for quality equipment and excellent customer service. I’ll definitely be renting from them again!"

John Peterson

March 2026

"I have rented a couple times from Ward's including a rental that required delivery/pickup. Each time they were professional, punctual, and practical. They showed me the specifics of the equipment and are the best I have found in regards to fuel cost policies. The rental costs are very competitive and they are now my first place to check for rental equipment."

Jason Kubacki

May 2026

"I would highly recommend you call Ward's Equipment Rental first for all of your rental needs. Staff is fantastic and their equipment is light years better than the other rental places in the area. Prices are better in most instances as well. Front desk staff works very hard to get you what you need, when you need it and for how long you need it. Give them a call. Wood chippers get busy, so call ahead."

Brandon Letcher

March 2023

What's Included & What You Need

Clear expectations for a smooth rental experience

What's Included

We provide at no extra cost

  • Equipment fully fueled and inspected
  • Basic operator training (30 minutes)
  • 24/7 emergency support hotline
  • Equipment delivery (if selected)
  • Equipment pickup service
  • Standard safety equipment
  • Pre-use safety checklist
  • Damage waiver options available

All equipment is inspected and ready to work on delivery

What You Need

Customer responsibilities

  • Valid operator license (if required)
  • Proof of insurance
  • Secure payment method
  • Delivery site access
  • Level ground for operation
  • PPE (hard hat, boots, gloves)
  • Fuel for extended rentals
  • Site safety compliance

Questions about requirements? Call us

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Damage Policy & Protection


What's Covered

  • Wear and tear from normal use
  • Manufacturing defects (we replace at no cost)
  • Tire wear from normal use, battery drain
  • Minor cosmetic damage that doesn't affect operation

Standard Damage Terms

Deductible: $250 on accidental damage

What counts:
Accidental bumps, minor dings, normal operational damage

What doesn't:
Intentional damage, theft, missing parts, damage from misuse

Important:
If damage occurs, call us immediately. Most damage is repairable and we just need to know what happened.

Optional Damage Waiver

Cost: $35–60/day (typically 10–15% of rental rate)

Coverage:
Zero deductible on accidental damage

What's covered:
Virtually all accidental damage during your rental period

What's NOT covered:
Intentional damage, theft, missing parts

Recommended if:
You are working in tight spaces with obstacles or operating aerial lift equipment for the first time.

If Equipment Fails During Rental

What happens:
Call us immediately. All equipment is professionally maintained and tested before each rental.

If it's our fault:
We replace the equipment at no charge.

If it's user error:
We work with you to fix it or replace it quickly.

Reminder:
Equipment failure happens. Call us first and we will get you back to work quickly.

Important Policy Notes

Deposit Hold

We place a hold on your card for the deposit amount. This is not a charge. It is released within 24 hours of equipment return in good condition.

Late Returns

If you need more time, call us before your return time. Additional rental days may apply.

Photo Documentation

We photograph equipment before and after every rental. This protects both you and us from disputes about pre-existing damage.

Questions

Call us anytime during your rental if you need assistance.

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