Burnt Lawns - How to Avoid Them and Repair Them
Patches of grass in a lawn can appear burnt for a number of reasons. Grass that is cut too short, over-fertilized or lacking water often appears brown or burnt. And burnt is not a good look for a lawn. Thankfully for homeowners struggling with sorry-looking lawns, there are two basic steps that can help to revive the grass and restore it to a brilliant green.
Step 1
Mow your lawn to a height of 2 1/2 inches. If you are mowing it shorter than this, it is likely to turn brown and take on a burnt appearance.
Step 2
Water the burnt spots and entire lawn with one inch of water weekly. If your lawn is littered with burnt spots, it may be caused by lack of water. In especially hot months it is necessary for the soil to be moist approximately four to six inches down.
With hot temperatures on the rise over the coming weeks, make sure you get your sprinkler out and in a convenient place to make keeping up with watering easy.
You Have Seen the News
But What Does that Mean for Your Home’s Value?
Over the past few months, it seems as though we can’t turn on the news without seeing a story that focuses on the hot real estate market.
While seeing “For Sale” signs on your street go up and down again in what appears to be a matter of days may have you thinking now is the time to make a move, it is still important to chat with your Realtor about what to expect your return to be on your home sale.
There are many factors that determine the amount of money you stand to make (or lose) on your home sale, including the state of the market when you purchased initially and any renovations or repairs that have been done (or need to be done).
Scheduling a yearly home investment review to look at where these things stand can give you a much better understanding of what you stand to gain or lose on a sale. Even If you are not planning to sell, knowing how much money you have tied up in your home can lead you to make more sound financial decisions related to your future.
