Lawn Maint and Tenants

[Julie Cyran]

Hi - bought my first rental property in Jan and rented it quickly.  The issue is the lawn.  In the lease it says the tenant will mow the lawn weekly.  I have provided a new lawn mower, but it has been 2 weeks and the lawn has not been cut.  I sent a text message and asked if the new lawn mower was working and  asked when would the lawn would be done.  Got a message right back saying they know, but had been working double shifts and would get it done asap.  How much time do I give them? What other actions can I take if it does not get cut ?  Rent is always on time and no other issues.  - Thanks -