Help Prevent Weeds And Protect Your Property Value

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

(NAPSA)—Anyone wholives in Oklahoma City or Washington, D.C., is living in an improving housing market with a projected 6 percent annualized gain in home values over the next three years, according to Local Market Monitor, a real estate research firm. A5 percent annualized gain is projected for Austin, Texas. The real estate investment mantra of “location, location, loca- tion” also applies to neighborhoods. You can drill it down even more. The condition of a specific property also impacts value. Real estate experts say property value can drop if a home’s manicured lawn turns to weeds and landscaping deteriorates. “The secret to weed control is prevention,” said Lance Walheim, authorof “Lawn Care for Dummies” and lawn care expert for Bayer Advanced”. “The easiest way to help keep weeds out is to have a healthy lawn.” Weed Prevention Tips Don’t cut your grass too low: Set your mower’s wheel height to the type of grass you have. The thicker the grass, the fewer weeds you'll have. Use pre-emergent weed control and weed killer: One application of Bayer Advanced Season Long Weed Control for Property value can dropif a home’s manicured lawn turns to weeds and landscaping deteriorates. Lawns (www.BayerAdvanced.com) kills existing broadleaf weeds and prevents new broadleaf weeds for up to six months. Always read and follow label directions. Fertilize: Your local county extension service can advise you on how muchfertilizer to apply and whento apply it based on the grass you have and the conditions of your area. * Deep, infrequent water- ing is best: It promotes strong root growth and strong turf. Overly wet, dry or compacted soil promotes weeds. If you plan to sell your house in 2011, keep one thing in mind: You must have curb appeal before a prospect even considers walking inside your home. If your lawn has lots of weeds, you'll never get a second chance to make first impression.