Mile High Lifescape

8 minutesSpring arrives, and you head to your garage, ready to tackle the season’s first lawn mowing. You turn the key on your riding mower, and… nothing happens. The battery is dead. Now what?  Can you jump a lawn mower with a car battery? Yes, you can – but only under specific conditions and with proper […]

7 minutesA perfectly manicured lawn requires proper mower blade maintenance. Dull blades tear grass, leaving ragged edges that turn brown and create entry points for disease. These issues lead to stressed grass, uneven growth patterns, and ultimately a compromised lawn. But, how sharp should lawn mower blades really be? The optimal sharpness resembles a butter knife

8 minutesAt Mile High Lifescape, we understand that time efficiency matters when maintaining your lawn.  When homeowners ask us, “How do you make a lawn mower go faster?” and our answer is straightforward: proper maintenance, engine tuning, and strategic modifications can boost your mower’s speed by up to 30%.  Faster mowing means more time enjoying your

8 minutesHave you ever wondered exactly how long to wait to mow after lawn treatment? The timing between applying treatments and mowing determines whether your yard thrives or struggles. Most homeowners should wait 24-48 hours after fertilizing, 48 hours after herbicide application, and 24-48 hours after pest treatments – but Denver’s unique climate can change these

7 minutesWondering how to store a lawn mower in the garage without sacrificing valuable space? Proper lawn mower storage protects your investment and maximizes garage functionality. At Mile High Lifescape, we’ve examined hundreds of garage storage configurations. What separates effective storage solutions from inefficient ones? This guide shares professional strategies to store your mower effectively, safely,

8 minutes“Can you use car engine oil in a lawn mower?” The short answer is no – you shouldn’t use car engine oil in your lawn mower, despite the tempting convenience. While both engines need lubrication, your lawn mower faces vastly different challenges than your car. Lawn mowers run consistently hot, lack oil filtration systems, and

8 minutesAre your mowing habits secretly killing your lawn? After years of helping thousands of Denver homeowners, we have identified a critical truth: how you mow the lawn determines its health.  In this guide, we’ll reveal the professional secrets that keep our clients’ lawns vibrant year-round – simple adjustments to how you mow the lawn that

9 minutesEver wondered when to put down starter fertilizer after overseeding your lawn? You know timing is crucial: apply too soon, and nutrients wash away before seeds germinate; wait too long, and your grass develops weak roots. This decision determines whether you’ll enjoy a lush lawn or face patchy results. However, many homeowners make costly mistakes

8 minutesOverseeding offers a practical solution to restore your lawn’s health without the expense and effort of complete replacement. But the question remains: how much grass seed for overseeding do you really need? Using the right amount of seed makes all the difference in your overseeding success. Too little seed leaves bare spots untouched, while too

7 minutesIs your lawn looking thin, patchy, or lackluster? Overseeding can transform it into a lush, resilient carpet of green – but only when you use the best starter fertilizer for overseeding. Many Denver homeowners invest in premium grass seed but end up with disappointing results because they overlooked this game-changing step. The secret lies in