I've got a major issue with my neighbor who seems determined to destroy my $5,000 wooden fence with her weed eater. She has a history of hostile behavior and has even let her aggressive dogs loose on my family. To make matters worse, she frequently engages in public meltdowns, and I just want to know how I can protect my fence without making the situation worse. Any suggestions that don't involve grass killer, since I'm worried about my backyard grass?
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Honestly, sometimes I think about extreme solutions, like what I saw in a show where a character retaliated against a horrible neighbor. While I don't condone that, I get why it sounds tempting! Just keep your peace of mind in check.
Totally understand the frustration! Keep calm and try to stay Zen. You've got this.
If you're worried about glyphosate runoff, try applying it differently. Use a paintbrush to get it on the specific areas you want to treat. This way you avoid overspray and protect your other plants. It sounds like this neighbor is pretty nuts, so definitely consider reporting her behavior if it's escalating.
Great idea! I’ll try that. I just don’t want to damage my roses and other shrubs.
Exactly! That’s the safest way to be precise with your application.
First off, what exactly is your fence made of and what kind of damage are you seeing? If they're actively weed eating into your fence, that sounds pretty intentional. Also, if you feel threatened, it could be worth contacting the cops for vandalism. Document everything—take pictures and call the police when things escalate. Also, you might want to assess whether Roundup could work for you, just be careful with how you apply it to avoid harming your other plants.
I've been in a similar boat before—with neighbors who don't respect property lines. Definitely keep a record of everything. It feels annoying, but it helps if things get more serious.
Yeah, definitely document it all. Even if it feels over the top, establishing a record could save you a lot of hassle later.
I get it, this woman sounds extreme. It's tough not to let that temptation creep in, but remember you want to steer clear of making things worse.