We gave this family their yard back! UGLY YARD RESTORED!

Blade Mate Lawn Care
4 May 202422:44

TLDRSean, the host, introduces a yard restoration project funded by social media revenue and donations. Despite leaving the job unfinished due to returning to school, he managed to complete the front yard to 90% and returned to finish it. The backyard, in worse condition, will be featured in a follow-up video. With the help of a friend and a client's family member, they tackled the yard, which had issues with kikuyu and couch grass requiring special treatment. Sean debunks the myth that mowing kills lawns and provides advice for the client on maintaining the yard. The video concludes with the transformation of the garden beds, removal of rubbish, and tidying up the edges, resulting in a significant improvement in the yard's appearance.

Takeaways

  • 🌱 The yard restoration project was funded by social media revenue, Patreon, and buy me a coffee donations.
  • 🏡 Sean, the speaker, had to leave the job unfinished initially due to returning to school but completed it later.
  • 📹 Some footage was lost, so the video doesn't fully capture the extent of the work done.
  • 🤝 Sean received help from a friend and a family member of the client during the project.
  • 🌿 The front yard was completed to about 90% before Sean left, and he added the finishing touches upon his return.
  • 🚧 A follow-up video (Part 2) will cover the backyard, which is in worse shape.
  • 🧐 Sean has theories about why the lawns didn't recover well, possibly due to lawn grub or incorrect use of weed killer.
  • ✂️ Contrary to a common misconception, Sean debunks the idea that mowing kills lawns with a link provided in the description.
  • 🌳 The client's yard had kikuyu and couch grass, which required digging and spraying to fully remove.
  • 🎥 The final result of the yard restoration is impressive, with cleared garden beds, removed rubbish, and tidy edges.
  • 👋 Sean invites viewers to enjoy the video and wishes them a great day.

Q & A

  • Who referred the job to Sean and his team?

    -The client's case manager referred the job to Sean and his team.

  • How was the job funded?

    -The job was funded by social media revenue, Patreon, and buy me a coffee donations.

  • Why was Sean unable to finish the job initially?

    -Sean had to head back to school earlier in the year, which is why he was unable to finish the job initially.

  • What was the condition of the front yard before Sean returned to finish the job?

    -The front yard was about 90% completed when Sean had to leave initially.

  • What does Sean hint about the backyard?

    -Sean hints that the backyard is in much worse shape and that there will be a part 2 of the video to address it.

  • Who helped Sean with the job?

    -Sean had help from a friend of his and a family member of the client.

  • Why doesn't the video fully reflect the work done?

    -The video doesn't fully reflect the work done because Sean lost some footage.

  • What are Sean's theories about the lawns not recovering well?

    -Sean's theories include the presence of lawn grub or the use of misguided weed killer.

  • What does Sean refute regarding the lawn's condition?

    -Sean refutes the suggestion that the lawn was killed by cutting it, and he has made videos debunking this idea.

  • What type of grass was identified in the areas that need further treatment?

    -The types of grass identified were kikuyu and couch.

  • What instructions did Sean give the client regarding the grass treatment?

    -Sean instructed the client on how to spray the areas to keep on top of the grass issue.

  • How does Sean summarize the final result of the job?

    -Sean summarizes the final result as a significant improvement, with garden beds cleared, rubbish removed, and edges tidied up, making the place look much better.

Outlines

00:00

🌱 Introduction and Yard Cleanup Project Overview

Sean, the host, introduces himself and explains that the yard cleanup project was referred to him by the client's case manager. He expresses gratitude for the funding received through social media revenue, Patreon, and buy me a coffee donations. The video documents the completion of a previously unfinished job, showing the front yard at 90% completion and detailing the final touches added upon his return. The backyard, in worse condition, is teased for a follow-up video. Sean mentions the assistance of a friend and a client's family member, and notes the loss of some footage. He also discusses the lawn's poor recovery, theorizing it may be due to lawn grub or misuse of weed killer, and refutes the idea that mowing caused the damage, directing viewers to another video for more information.

14:59

🌿 Addressing Lawn Issues and Final Mowing

The video script moves on to discussing the specific types of grass in the lawn, identifying kikuyu and couch. Sean notes the depth required to fully remove these grasses and instructs on the necessary spraying to manage them. He then proceeds to mow the lawn, aiming to give it a final tidy pass to complete the job.

21:39

🧹 After Cleanup: Transformed Garden Beds and Tidied Edges

Sean concludes the video by showcasing the transformed garden beds, now cleared of rubbish and with edges neatly tidied up. He emphasizes the dramatic improvement in the yard's appearance since the start of the project, expressing satisfaction with the results and presenting the space as looking significantly better.

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Keywords

💡yard restoration

Yard restoration refers to the process of transforming an unsightly or neglected outdoor space into a more appealing and functional area. In the video, the host, Sean, describes how he and his team were able to restore the family's yard, which was previously in an ugly state, to a more pleasant and tidy space. This is the central theme of the video, showcasing the before and after transformation.

💡social media revenue

Social media revenue is the income generated from activities on social media platforms, such as through advertising, sponsored content, or crowdfunding. In the context of the video, Sean mentions that the yard restoration project was funded by social media revenue, which includes contributions from Patreon and 'buy me a coffee', highlighting the role of online community support in enabling such charitable projects.

💡front yard

A front yard is the outdoor area at the front of a house, typically adjacent to the street. In the video, Sean discusses the progress made on the front yard, stating that it was about 90% complete before he had to leave for school. The front yard's restoration is a significant part of the overall yard transformation story.

💡backyard

A backyard is the outdoor area at the rear of a house, often used for leisure and relaxation. Sean mentions that the backyard is in much worse shape compared to the front yard and that it will be the focus of a follow-up video (part 2). This indicates that the yard restoration process is ongoing and that there is more work to be done.

💡lawn grub

A lawn grub is the larval stage of various insects, such as beetles, that can damage lawns by feeding on the grass roots. Sean theorizes that the lawns' poor recovery could be due to a lawn grub infestation, which is a common issue affecting the health of lawns. This is an example of the challenges faced during the yard restoration process.

💡weed killer

A weed killer is a type of herbicide used to control or kill unwanted plants in areas like lawns or gardens. Sean suggests that the use of misguided weed killer might have contributed to the lawn's poor condition, indicating that improper lawn care practices can have negative consequences on the health of the yard.

💡cutting

Cutting, in the context of lawn care, refers to the act of trimming the grass to a shorter length. Sean addresses a common misconception that cutting the lawn can kill it, and he has made videos to debunk this idea. In the video, he defends the practice of cutting as a normal part of lawn maintenance.

💡garden beds

Garden beds are designated areas in a yard where plants, flowers, or shrubs are grown. Sean mentions clearing out the garden beds as part of the restoration process, which involves removing debris and unwanted growth to prepare the area for new plantings and to improve the overall appearance of the yard.

💡rubbish removal

Rubbish removal involves the process of clearing away waste, trash, or unwanted items from a property. In the video, Sean talks about removing rubbish as a key step in transforming the yard, emphasizing the importance of cleaning up to create a more appealing and functional outdoor space.

💡edges

Edges, in the context of landscaping, refer to the boundaries or the lines where the lawn meets other areas, such as flower beds or walkways. Sean mentions tidying up the edges as part of the final touches in the yard restoration, which helps to create a neat and well-defined appearance for the outdoor space.

💡kikuyu

Kikuyu is a type of grass commonly used in lawns due to its fast growth and ability to withstand heavy use. In the video, Sean discusses the presence of kikuyu grass in the yard and the need to manage it properly. This highlights the importance of selecting and maintaining the right type of grass for a healthy and attractive lawn.

💡couch

In the context of the video, 'couch' likely refers to couch grass (Cynodon dactylon), a type of perennial grass considered a weed in many lawns due to its invasive nature. Sean mentions the presence of couch grass and the need to spray it, indicating the ongoing battle against invasive species in yard maintenance.

Highlights

Sean and his team were referred to help restore a yard through a client's case manager.

The restoration project was funded by social media revenue, Patreon, and buy me a coffee donations.

Sean had to leave the job unfinished due to returning to school but completed it upon his return.

The front yard was completed to about 90% before Sean left, with finishing touches added later.

The backyard was in worse condition and is set to be featured in a follow-up video.

Sean received assistance from a friend and a family member of the client.

Some footage was lost, so the video doesn't fully capture the extent of the work done.

The lawns did not recover well, possibly due to lawn grub or misused weed killer.

Sean debunks the myth that cutting lawns can kill them in other videos.

A link to a video debunking the myth will be provided in the description.

The client's yard had a mix of kikuyu and couch grass that needed to be addressed.

Instructions were given to the client on how to manage the grass with spraying.

Sean mowed the lawn to give it a final tidy-up.

The garden beds were cleared, rubbish removed, and edges tidied for a significant transformation.

The final result of the yard restoration made a huge difference in the property's appearance.

The video serves as a testament to the generosity of donors and the hard work of the team.

The client's satisfaction with the yard restoration is evident in the video's conclusion.