One of the essential parts of maintaining a beautiful lawn is having the right tools to do the job. There are many specialty and common garden tools that can be used to keep your lawn maintained. If you are unsure about the types of tools that you need, then you should speak with a trained professional to get a detailed list of what kind of things you need to keep your yard in pristine condition. The following are a few of the most common tools used in the Lawn Care of your Lake Norman home.
Lawn Mower
One of the most common and widely used tools in the upkeep of grass is a lawn mower. There are many different types of mowers available and the kind that you need depends solely on the size of your yard. In most cases, the mowers are gas powered, but there are many models that are available in electricity or push propelled. You should be careful when mowing, because cutting your grass to short can cause problems such as weed infestation. You will also damage the underbrush of your yard by cutting it to short, which can create growth problems.
String Trimmer
Another very commonly used tool in the upkeep of a yard is a string trimmer, which allows you to get to places that a mower just can’t get to. You will be able to get around fences and walls with ease using a string trimmer. You need to become familiar with your string trimmer before using it because if your string breaks while in use you will need to know how to change it. In most cases, the string will break around areas like fencing or brick and changing out the string will not be that hard.
Garden Rake
One of the most essential elements in keeping your yard looking pristine in the fall of the year is having a good rake. The rake allows you to keep your lawn looking its best and gets rid of all of the unsightly leaves that can take over your yard. If left unattended, the leaves in your yard will begin to kill the grass underneath it. This will leave brown spots in your lawn that will be very hard to get rid of. You need to make sure that your yard stays as leaf free as possible during the fall.