Homeowners can make small changes to their home and lawn before directing them to increase their value.

Experts warn of an invasive plant that could hurt your home price.

Japanese knotweed is a pest to any homeowner and can grow up to 3 meters tall at this time of year.

Much to the chagrin of many people, it is difficult to remove, but failing to do so can reduce its price by up to 20 percent.

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The average value of space in the United Kingdom is £373,493 this month; according to Rightmove data released today, a 20% drop in value could mean a relief of almost £75,000 in the sale value of the space.

Bradley Mackenzie of Stokemont said: “If you see Japanese knuckles on your lawn, it’s very important to take immediate action before it’s too late. We highly recommend seeking professional help when cutting them, as they detach even the smallest debris without any problems. “.

You can also take care of mowing it yourself, but you should be sure to do it with a strong herbicide like glyphosate.

Knotweed can destroy pipes, drains, and weaken the foundation of construction.

It’s also indexed as an asset defect in internal customer reports, meaning it can inspire potential customers to abandon a sale altogether.

While the factory can minimize the cost of a property, there are steps you can take to convince distributors to put their money in.

These are loose jobs, such as mowing the lawn, as they can “increase the appeal” of the property.

Mowing, watering and fertilizing regularly helps keep your lawn lush and green, creating a wonderful first impression.

A healthy, colorful lawn can signal to potential buyers that the asset is in good condition, which can increase its curb appeal and overall price by two to three percent.

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