4 Essential Things To Consider Before You Remove Grass From Your Yard

The unearthing process may seem simple enough, but there are plenty of important factors to consider before you start removing grass from your yard. Before you start up the engine and its lights, camera, action, consider why you are removing your lawn and the result you expect to get out of it. There may be a better option that doesn’t involve lawn removal and might suit your needs better. If lawn removal is the only option for you, consider the following before you start.

Homeowners association rules or local ordinances.

If you live in a subdivision or a suburban area, there might be a local ordinance that will alter your plans. Every town or city has its own unique laws that serve the best interests of the surrounding community. These are often political or set in place to serve the needs of the town. Before you commit to grass removal, look up local ordinances on your town hall’s website, get in touch with local representatives, or consult the advice of a professional.

Your method of removal.

There is a wide array of methods you can use to remove your grass. Be careful when you’re deciding upon the best option. Some methods involve removal through chemicals and harmful toxins that have the potential to disturb the environment or negatively impact your health. These chemically-based solutions are called herbicides. While they require the least amount of labor, they need to be applied thoughtfully and watched carefully until your well-established lawn has finally withered away.

If herbicide doesn’t sound like the option method for you, consider digging it up. Using a tiller, you can get the job done more effectively and within a shorter period of time. Depending on the size of your lawn and how long the grass has been there, your timeline will significantly alter. You can use heavier equipment as well, but digging up your lawn is still hard work and will take a considerable amount of time to complete.

If digging up your lawn sounds like too much of a feat, you can try solarization. This all-natural process uses the sun to effectively kill grass. This is a far more involved method and requires the user to be active throughout its process. You’ll need plenty of direct sunlight and high temperatures for success, making this method more effective in different parts of the country.

Your underground irrigation system.

Before you apply your method of removal, consider your underground irrigation system. Lawn removal can ruin or even destroy your sprinkler system if it is not taken into account. Make sure you identify where your sprinkler heads are, the location of any pipes, and find the areas where you should avoid digging. Planning ahead can save you time and money on repairs.

The process after lawn removal.

After the lawn is removed, there is still work to do. To ensure the soil has not been harmed during the removal process, undergo a soil test to check in on the health and quality of the soil. You’ll also want to fix and grading problems, seek out harmful pests that will hurt the growth of your new lawn and root out any weeds.

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