If you are sexually active, you can do the following things to lower your chances of getting gonorrhea: 1  Being in a long-term mutually monogamous relationship with a partner who has been tested and has negative STD test results; 2  Using latex condoms the right way every time you have sex.
The best time to dethatch is late summer or early fall. That's when your grass is growing most vigorously. Before dethatching, mow a little shorter than normal. Also, you'll achieve better results if you do it after a light rain or watering.
The best time to reseed a lawn is in the fall. However, spring is fine too. Here is what you need to do... Apply a weed and feed (preferably liquid). Wait two weeks and mow on the shorter side. Powerrake to remove thatch and debris. Buy seed suited to your area. Read labels. Avoid bargain seed. Sprinkle seed in the bare spot. Cover with straw, soil, or some other material to keep the seed in place.