What time of day is best to mow lawns?

• <div><p>It’s best to mow your lawn in the early evening on a clear day. Avoid cutting your grass too early in the morning because it might still be damp with dew—and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/can-you-mow-wet-grass.htm">mowing your lawn when it’s wet</a> is harder on your grass and your mower. Also, try not to mow during the hottest point of the day because the harsh sunlight and high temperatures can put extra stress on the grass.</p></div>

How do I save money on lawn maintenance?

• <div><p>Lawns can be high maintenance, and therefore require regular spending if you’re not up for doing certain lawn care tasks yourself. But you can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-save-money-lawn-care.htm">save time and money on lawn maintenance</a> by mulching, composting, and planting species native to your area, so they keep alive with less ongoing TLC from you. </p></div>

Will a professional leave grass clippings on the lawn, and why might this be beneficial?

• <div><p>Yes, many pros leave clippings, as they break down quickly, enhancing your lawn’s nutrient profile without extra effort from you.</p></div>

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Thanks for the “we are 15 minutes from arrival” call and the punctuality! Keyaun and Jay introduced themselves in a kind and courteous manner. Keyaun went through all the necessary paperwork making sure everything was as I expected. Keyaun and Jay got right to work taking great care to protect...
All My Sons Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in April 2015
I came in via tow truck with a growling sound and sort of a burning smell after driving about 20 miles toward Beckley from Princeton on I-77. The front office service is a bit slow, but once they pulled my car in to look at it, everything moved along well. They welded some kind of exhaust shield...
A Plus Auto Repair, Inc., Crab Orchard, Wv, 25827
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Reviewed in September 2014
Material arrived on Friday 9/5/2014. Paid half of contract price. Rain prevent start until Mon. 9/8/2014. Four man Crew arrived 8am and immediately began work. Removed sections of old 30x30 foot garage roof with drip edge and check sheathing. Were well equipped for task having proper tools and...
Frye Roofing Inc
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Reviewed in March 2014
They were great! They were a little past time of quoted time (but there was an accident that had both lanes of freeway blocked, so not their fault). Friendly, efficient, reasonably priced, took great care of our antique furniture.
A&S Moving
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Reviewed in July 2013
The visit went well.. Jason (the pest expert) clearly described what he would do. ( He was about an hour later than he initially said he would be, but that was due to an unexpected event, and understandable. He phoned me to tell me he would be delayed.) The fee ($159) was for the first visit...
DODSON BROS EXTERMINATING CO
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Reviewed in July 2012
I couldn't believe how quick he got it done. He does very reasonable work. When I was in there, I saw him take care of all the customers. Customers coming in there, upset, he just relaxed them, he is a very laid back person. He checks on everything. People who can't make a payment, he didn't...
Dinks, INC
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Reviewed in November 2010
The initial visit was great, very professional and well informed. The next visit was to perform maintenance. The furnace was malfunctioning, so the tech recommended I replace it or replace costly parts. Since it was 19 years old and giving me problems during the last few years I decided to...
Interstate Heating & Air Conditioning
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Lawn Care questions, answered by experts

It’s best to mow your lawn in the early evening on a clear day. Avoid cutting your grass too early in the morning because it might still be damp with dew—and mowing your lawn when it’s wet is harder on your grass and your mower. Also, try not to mow during the hottest point of the day because the harsh sunlight and high temperatures can put extra stress on the grass.

You can leave grass clippings on the lawn, depending on their length. You don’t want to completely cover new grass and block it from sunlight, or encourage moss crowd out the more delicate grass. However, short clippings are usually fine to leave on the lawn. In some cases, they can be beneficial: Clippings can be a source of fertilizer and help protect the ground as young grass blades develop.

Lawns can be high maintenance, and therefore require regular spending if you’re not up for doing certain lawn care tasks yourself. But you can save time and money on lawn maintenance by mulching, composting, and planting species native to your area, so they keep alive with less ongoing TLC from you.

Yes, many pros leave clippings, as they break down quickly, enhancing your lawn’s nutrient profile without extra effort from you.

No, you shouldn’t water your lawn every day in hot weather—or ever. For most lawns, one to three water sessions per week is sufficient. When it’s above 95 degrees Fahrenheit, watering your grass can be wasteful since the heat from the sun often evaporates the water before your lawn fully absorbs it. That’s why the best time to water grass in summer is at dawn or in the early evening (between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m.).

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