Mowing wet grass may seem like a good way to make the most of a rainy day. But this small shortcut can cost more in the long run. Lawn health and personal safety are better left to a dry day. Waiting for the right conditions means better results and less risk. Plus, wet conditions make the entire process more tedious and clean-up much harder than necessary. All told, mowing grass under wet conditions can make a simple household task a cumbersome chore.

“Mowing wet grass usually produces uneven results as, with the grass being denser, the mower must use more power to get a clean cut, which isn't easy to do with weighty, tougher grass," says Chrissie Handley, Lawn Care Specialist at Online Turf. “The heavy weight of the mower on wet grass can also potentially compact your soil, limiting air

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