The Value of a Healthy Lawn is More than Just Aesthetic

A well-kept, healthy lawn is something to be proud of, especially in drought conditions. But a recent Michigan State University study estimates that good landscaping adds 5 to 11 percent to a home’s value. Other studies place that figure as high as 20 percent, making maintenance of your existing landscapes during a drought even more critical.

A thorough water audit can help you identify simple ways to keep your yard lush and green, even under the harshest conditions, like tweaking your irrigation schedule and installing root irrigation systems to reduce water-loss to evaporation. Rainwater harvesting, water features and even hardscaping are other options that can increase your lawn’s appeal and your home’s value.