Weed abatement is more than just visiting your local hardware store to buy and use weed killer. It also takes physical effort. Of course, upfront costs for store-bought products are low, but many aren't strong enough to completely eliminate invasive weeds, which means that they return often. Sure, going the DIY route means you're in control, but you will likely spend your free time pulling and spraying weeds in the sun, and on your days off. There’s also the risk of harming your lawn by not reading product labels carefully!

There are some home remedy treatments you can try, such as:

• 3-in-1 Home Remedy: 1 gallon of white vinegar, 1 cup table salt, and 1 teaspoon of liquid dish soap.
• Note: This home remedy is a non-selective herbicide and will kill any plant it touches.

The following are a few of the negatives associated with DIY weed clearing:

• Weed killer measurements are not always accurate, so you might damage your lawn.
• Can be a waste of time and money (weeds tend to come back).
• Can be extremely time-consuming and labor-intensive.
• Some remedies, including home remedies, are largely ineffective.