Many of us are guilty of letting our gardens get a bit wild and overgrown. So now is a good time to get out there, mow the lawn and trim back overgrowth.
Not only can a well-presented garden make all the difference to the look and feel of your home, but an overgrown garden can actually cause structural issues to your property.
Big tree roots, for example, can affect the foundations if they start spreading underneath your house. Shrubs and trees can break drainage pipes and potentially cause subsidence if they’re too close to outside walls, so make sure your home has plenty of breathing space.
Remember to cut back wall creepers regularly too, as they encourage damp, insects, and can block gutters, as well as potentially damaging your brickwork.
With all the jobs done and dusted, your house will look and feel fresh as a daisy. You'll also know that nothing nasty is lurking, which might cost you money in the future. Then….relax it’s time to enjoy your outside space.
