Neighbor's Sprinklers - Page 2

scotnovel · ‎12-31-2013

How large is the area that is being flooded? If it is a large area, it sounds like they are just running the sprinklers for too long. If they are automatic, they can reduce the amount of time that they run. You might propose something like that to them by pointing out how much "extra" water they are paying for since they are watering your yard in addition to their flowers. When you talk to them make sure it is at a time when they have watered and your yard is flooded so they can see what you are describing.

stevieb · ‎03-10-2010

It depends on the neighbors... If you're at all friendly or at least civil, it couldn't hurt to mention it... If not, or if it falls on deaf ears, I guess I'd build up the area, so that the water runs back into their yard and then let them deal with their soggy flowers... Then, I'd fix the fence and make sure it was as well waterproofed as is possible. Maybe use fiberglass in those sections that matches as much as possible, replacing the rest as needed.

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twocent · ‎03-09-2010

On 1/9/2015 05gage25 said:
Wow....really nice neighbors you have, twocent. What happened to the days when your neighbors were really your neighbors! ${#emotions_dlg.confused1}$

I wonder that , myself. ${#emotions_dlg.sad}$ No looking out for each other, in my neighborhood. It has changed so much , thru the years.

If dh would move, I would be out of here. ${#emotions_dlg.crying}$

You'll find my heart at the Rainbow Bridge.

ChynnaBlue · ‎05-22-2012

On 1/9/2015 Scotnovel said:
How large is the area that is being flooded? If it is a large area, it sounds like they are just running the sprinklers for too long. If they are automatic, they can reduce the amount of time that they run. You might propose something like that to them by pointing out how much "extra" water they are paying for since they are watering your yard in addition to their flowers. When you talk to them make sure it is at a time when they have watered and your yard is flooded so they can see what you are describing.

I agree. You shouldn't assume the worst until you talk to them about it and show them the problem and explain what your gardener has told you. Pointing out that they may save water by watering less.

If the fence is dividing the property, you could also offer to help pay for the repair of the area OR you could contact some fence repair people in the area and talk to them about the types of repairs needed and give that information to your neighbor as a way of showing them that you've already found someone who could get an estimate and do the repairs, which is sometimes the hard part of home repairs.

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Cookie06 · ‎04-24-2010

It is a sad thing in today's world. So many people just care about themselves and don't card about anyone else. You see it everyday. I wouldn't be surprised if they did not do anything about it, but at least you could give it a try.

${#emotions_dlg.sad}$

vicki is ok · ‎03-15-2010

Not knowing the history between you and your neighbor it's hard to say what to do.

I do know if I was the neighbor causing the problem in the other's yard I would WANT someone to let me know. If there is a fence there, they may not know about the standing water on your lawn. I have always said if I am causing a problem unbeknownst to me, I want someone to tell me first before telling anyone else so that I can resolve it.

Like I said, I don't know you and your neighbor's history so maybe you just don't feel comfortable about talking to them.

I certainly hope you can get this resolved as we all want our yards to look nice

Best Wishes

Vicki Smile

bluejeansluvr · ‎03-09-2010

On 1/8/2015 Silver Lining said: Although they might not or you expect they won't, go ahead and talk to them. I sympathize with you, though. My neighbor on the other side of the wood privacy fence would probably get annoyed and then use the sprinklers even more.

These are the kind of neighbors I have. ${#emotions_dlg.unsure}$

and yes they are a pain in the butt. Worst neighbors we have ever had!

bluejeansluvr · ‎03-09-2010

On 1/9/2015 Cookie06 said:
It is a sad thing in today's world. So many people just care about themselves and don't card about anyone else. You see it everyday. I wouldn't be surprised if they did not do anything about it, but at least you could give it a try.

${#emotions_dlg.sad}$

Yep! That's it! They think it's all about THEM. The only thing that matters is what they want, need, care about etc. Have no common courtesy. None. You're right it is sad.

bluejeansluvr · ‎03-09-2010

On 1/9/2015 twocent said:
On 1/8/2015 Silver Lining said: Although they might not or you expect they won't, go ahead and talk to them. I sympathize with you, though. My neighbor on the other side of the wood privacy fence would probably get annoyed and then use the sprinklers even more.

We must have the same neighbor. ${#emotions_dlg.glare}$ Mine would do the same -and could care less if the fence rotted ,as it isn't theirs.

Their unsecured trampoline flew across the top of our 6ft fence and busted the entire side of my house , during a severe storm. The neighbor said to her husband, "At least it didn't tear up anything important -like the grandkids toys ." ${#emotions_dlg.angry}$

Wow! What is wrong with people today? ${#emotions_dlg.blink}$

Blondbychoice · ‎03-18-2010

What about neighbors that build a small stone area on your property to place their clippings in? My DH didn't say a word to them or me, found out after they moved out. He knew not to tell me cause I would've had a fit !They did some other stuff too, thought all the property was theirs!