Go Green in April
Doylestown, PA (PRWEB) April 30, 2006
More than 30 million acres of lawns exist in the United States. It is estimated that these lawns eliminate five percent of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere and provide a significant amount of oxygen.
Lawns also trap
more than 12 million tons of dust and dirt every year.
trap for Lawns and filter rainwater, and they protect against erosion.
In addition, they provide a cooling effect in the summer months and help boost energy efficiency.
Lawns play an important role in home sales and they have a huge impact on “attractive.” Realtors report that homes with beautiful lawns and landscaping can increase property values ??by 15 to 20 percent.
spring, 30 million acres of lawns around the country are becoming green and growing. The return of warm weather, green grass and flowering plants makes April the ideal time to celebrate the benefits of turf.
Lawn care companies
provide jobs and financial benefits for the economy. A Harris Interactive poll reports that American households spent more than $ 11.6 billion lawn in 2003. These figures represent an increase of 12 percent over 2002, and this growth should continue.
“The owners understand that their lawns and landscapes are a worthwhile investment,” said John Gibson, CLT, president of PlaNet (The Professional Landcare Network). “With low mortgage rates and housing starts have increased, the owners are making significant financial investments in their properties, knowing they will see a return. Report back on the owner’s investment of 100 to 200 percent. “
addition to economic benefits and aesthetic, a manicured lawn has many environmental benefits, including:
oxygen production – the power of grass to generate oxygen has a major impact on the environment. A 50-foot x 50 foot lawn produces enough oxygen for a family of four.
cooling effect – the herb is a natural air conditioner. Eight healthy lawns have the cooling effect of 70 tons of air conditioning -. Enough for 16 homes on average
Pollution Control – Turf particulate traps dust and smoke from the atmosphere, which helps keep the air filter. Grass also converts carbon dioxide into oxygen, a process that helps clear the air.
water quality – dense, healthy grass slows and filters runoff, removing contaminants and trapping soil. Expenses, return filtered water to the groundwater supply.
Besides being beautiful, the lawns have a positive impact on the environment. Homeowners can be proactive in April by working with a professional lawn care and establish a maintenance program that ensures that their lawn will be healthy and beautiful throughout the year.
Greener Grass Company LLC
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
http://www.MyGreenerGrass.com
215-340-1907
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