🍂 Should Grass Be Longer or Shorter in the Fall in Beckley, WV?

If you live in Beckley, WV, your lawn is almost always made up of cool-season grasses (like fescue, bluegrass, or rye). These grasses behave differently in the fall than in the summer, so mowing practices should adjust.

Here’s what matters for your lawn:

1. Don’t let it get too long.
   Tall grass going into winter can trap moisture, lay down under snow, and create conditions for disease like snow mold.

2. Don’t cut it too short either.
   Scalping the lawn before winter weakens the roots, making it harder for grass to bounce back in spring.

3. Aim for 2.5–3 inches in fall.
   If you’ve been mowing higher in summer (3.5–4 inches), start lowering the mower blade gradually during your last few cuts of the season. By the time the first frost hits, you want your lawn around 2.5 to 3 inches tall.

4. Keep mowing until growth stops.
   Even in fall, grass keeps growing slowly. Continue mowing as needed until growth halts for the season.

✅ Bottom line for Beckley homeowners:
In summer, mow higher to protect against heat and drought. In fall, mow a little shorter (around 2.5–3 inches) to help your lawn survive winter and come back healthy and green in spring.

At Altrucon Residential Services, we help homeowners in Beckley handle fall mowing, leaf pickup, gutter cleaning, and even holiday decoration setup — so you can relax knowing your home is ready for the season.

📞 Call or text us today at (304) 890-5195 for a free estimate.