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Scarifier Vs Dethatcher For Your Lawn

Last Updated December 16, 2021 By Jena Slocum

dethatcher roller on grass

Taking care of your lawn is a critical part of owning a home, especially if you want to keep up the appearance for those who visit your house or the dreaded HOAs. This duty means that you need to know everything that comes with lawn care. Two of the most popular tools include the scarifier […]

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How to Cut Really Tall Grass

Last Updated October 28, 2021 By Jena Slocum

tall overgrown grass in front of house

When you have a backyard, one of the things you should do on a regular basis is keep the grass under control to keep everything looking nice and prevent animals like mice or snakes from having a hiding place. This means trimming it down occasionally so it looks neat while maintaining your yard’s health. Sometimes […]

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6 Grass Free Yard Ideas for Your Backyard

Last Updated September 7, 2021 By Christina

native flowers instead of grass

Why Should You Get Rid of Grass in Your Yard?  Grass lawns are going out of style and not a moment too soon. While they have become almost universal in the United States, grass lawns have severe disadvantages. If you’re wondering why you should get rid of the grass in your yard, consider the following […]

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How to Dry Up a Wet Yard

Last Updated February 21, 2022 By Christina

water flooded backyard

A wet yard can be extremely inconvenient for a few reasons. For one, it is visually unappealing to have a flooded lawn. Still, visual aesthetics aside, a wet lawn can inhibit outdoor activities and pose a significant risk to your home if it is close enough to its foundation. Ideally, you’d want to fix this […]

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How to Cut Grass Without a Lawnmower

Last Updated October 15, 2021 By Christina

string trimmer for cutting grass

Lawnmowers can be very expensive to purchase and difficult to maintain if you do not know much about it. If you find yourself with an overgrown lawn and no mower, there are some ways you can cut your grass without a lawnmower. Though it may not be easy to maintain your yard without a mower, […]

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How to Mulch Leaves Without a Mower

Last Updated February 22, 2022 By Jena Slocum

leaves on grass

Although autumn leaves can be beautiful, they can also be a nuisance when they pile over your yard, especially once they start to decay. Raking them into giant mounds and arduously bagging them can be an immense process, but if you don’t have a lawnmower (or prefer not to use it), you have no other […]

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How to Adjust Sprinkler Heads

Last Updated April 28, 2022 By Christina

sprinkler head spraying grass

When you first get your sprinkler system installed, the sprinkler heads should be working properly for your lawn and garden. However, as time goes time, you might need to make some adjustments to them. In this article, we’ll show you how to adjust sprinkler heads. Why Should You Adjust Your Sprinkler Heads? When watering your […]

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Wood Chipper Rental: Just How Much Will It Cost You?

Last Updated September 10, 2021 By Christina

wood chipper

We recently had a pine tree taken down at our house. During the process, I wondered how much it would have cost to rent a wood chipper to break down the tree ourselves. I’ll share what I found with you. On average it will cost between $69-125 to rent one for the day. You can […]

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Does Grass Seed Expire?

Last Updated September 10, 2021 By Christina

grass seed in hand

If you’re wanting a little bit of grass instead of adding mulch all around your yard, you might have looked at using grass seed. But be careful if it’s been in your shed for a while. When stored under optimal conditions, grass seed can remain viable for up to three years. However, the fresher the […]

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