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The onset of the winter months comes as a relief to many homeowners because they think they don’t need to maintain their yards. In fact, many might even be tempted to stop mowing sooner than they should be thinking that the vegetation will die soon anyway.

While you may want to say goodbye to yard work for the season vegetation control is still important during the winter. Even though your grass and other plants may go dormant and turn an unattractive brown color doesn’t mean that there is nothing you need to do when it comes to vegetation control.

There are a few reasons why it is important to control vegetation in the winter months.

Lack of Vegetation Control Can Hide Rodents

No one wants rodents. That is something many of us have in common. If rodents are in your yard, then it is only a matter of time before they are in your house or storage areas. When you fail to control vegetation in the winter it gives rodents the perfect place to hide.

If you want to avoid rodents as much as possible in the winter then you need to start with vegetation control. This is a simple step that can prevent a larger problem.

Lack of Vegetation Control Can Mask Problems

Vegetation that is not controlled properly in the winter can mask other, more serious problems in your yard. We aren’t talking about problems with grass, weeds, or pests but larger symptoms that can uncover plumbing problems.

When the yard isn’t cared for properly and the last mow of the season is skipped it can hide standing water. It wouldn’t take much out-of-control vegetation to cover a puddle. Standing water can be a sign of a leak in your sprinkler system, main water lines, poor drainage, or sewage problems.

Resist the urge to let your yard go as winter approaches so you can keep a close eye on your property.  It is not uncommon for pipes to burst in the wintertime and you may not know until it is too late if you don’t have your vegetation controlled.

Lack of Vegetation Control Can Cause Property Damage

If you are a homeowner then you won’t want your property damaged for any reason. But did you know that uncontrolled vegetation can actually cause unwanted damage to your home, plumbing, and storage buildings?  If plants aren’t cared for and carefully watched and controlled then they can grow into your plumbing or sprinkler system. This causes expensive damage that could have been avoided in many cases.

Overgrown trees and shrubs can cause damage to your roof, siding, and can even open up the possibility of termites. Termites are attacked to wood and can quickly cause extensive property damage. This is something that can be avoided with prudent vegetation control. It is important to seek help with your vegetation control if you aren’t sure where to start. It can be a challenge to find reputable professionals to help you protect your property. If you find yourself needing vegetation control help, don’t wait, contact The Experienced Gardener today.