4 Spring Yard Maintenance Tips To Get Your Home Ready To Sell

It’s no secret that a well-manicured property will aid in selling your home since your yard is the first thing that a potential buyer sees when they pull up to a showing. Start the visit on the right foot with this spring yard maintenance checklist.

 

1. Rake
   Your lawn takes quite a hit from Old Man Winter over the colder months and raking helps to breathe new life into your grass. Leaves left from the fall, dead grass that didn’t survive the winter and clumps caused by snow mould can inhibit new blade growth.
   
   Do a complete once over of the entire lawn with a stiff-blade rake to rid your lawn of any dead organic matter and loosen up the blades so that they can thrive. A word to the wise is to not rake too aggressively as the spring grass is still fragile and you don’t want to disturb the thatch (base of the grass). 
2. Aerate
   This is lawn care 101, stiff soil essentially suffocates the roots of your grass and stops new growth right in its tracks.If you would like, you can hire a lawn maintenance company, but this also is something you can tackle on your own. Aerating tools can be purchased at your local hardware store for anywhere from $20 – $200. When conducting this practice it’s important to leave the soil plugs on the lawn to decompose.
3. Bare Spots
   When your grass begins to grow you may notice a few patches that didn’t survive the winter-spring is the perfect time to soil and seed them.Begin by raking away any debris and loosening up the ground to accept the new seed. Next, you’ll lay down soil and seed that’s ideal for your climate. For the next few weeks, you’ll need to make sure that you keep the seeds well hydrated to ensure optimal growth.
4. Seed Your Lawn
   If you notice that your lawn is looking a little sparse, don’t worry, there is a quick and easy solution for that.To make your lawn more lush and full, simply spread a very thin layer of dirt and seed throughout your entire yard. Once you’re done, water frequently over the course of a few weeks. Voila, your lawn will be show-ready in no time.

Want more tips on selling your home this spring? Contact us to get started on your personalized plan today!