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Few things are more frustrating than a messy front yard. In addition to disrupting your curb appeal, overgrown, messy landscaping can also harbor pests and make it look like you don't care about your property. Fortunately, tidying up your yard doesn't have to be difficult. I have spent years learning more about landscaping, and this blog is all about how to become a landscaping enthusiast. Check out these articles about fun topics like planting flowers, perfecting pruned trees, and decorating your yard with whimsical additions. After you know more about landscaping, your yard might become the talk of the town.

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Four Reasons You Need To Install A Sprinkler System In Your Yard

by Bill Kuhn

Sprinkler systems are designed to save you time and keep your grass green and beautiful all year round. However, it's an investment that isn't for everyone. Here are four reasons it's definitely one worth considering for you:

  1. You Don't Have Time: As someone who works full-time, you probably don't have time to water your grass. When you install a sprinkler system, you can be sure your grass is getting watered every day to stay green and such without it taking any time out of you. It can be difficult to schedule your own time around the needs of your landscaping since hand watering the entire yard can take almost an hour depending on how large your yard is. 
  2. ​You Have a Large Yard: Speaking of the size of your yard, if you have a large yard, not only can watering by hand take a whole lot of time out of you, but also a ton of energy, as well. On top of this, you would probably have to install multiple hoses around the yard or a hose that is large enough to extend around the yard, which can be difficult to find. Installing a sprinkler system can ensure that you are able to water the entire landscaping and it pretty much guarantees that no spots will be skipped. 
  3. You're Tired of a Brown Lawn: If your grass naturally turns brown every year, it's probably because you are skipping out on watering. If you are tired of this happening, it's better to just invest in a sprinkler system to ensure that this stops happening. This could also be happening because you aren't aware of how long to water each area. With sprinkler systems, you can set up a timer that ensures the grass is getting enough water everywhere. 
  4. ​You Are Planning on Selling Your Home: If you are planning on selling your home, curb appeal makes a huge difference in how many buyers you attract to actually come into the home. If your grass is brown, it's less likely you are going to attract buyers. Instead, you are going to want to install a sprinkler system, which not only keeps the curb appeal higher, but it's also attractive to buyers who will be happy not to have to worry about installing this kind of system themselves. 

If any of these four reasons above sound like a good enough reason for you to install a sprinkler system, then you will want to talk with professional landscapers for a plan to install the right kind of sprinkler system for your yard. 

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