Yard Boss offers two distinct lawn aeration services designed to improve soil health, relieve compaction, and introduce superior grass genetics: core aeration and aeration & overseeding.
Aeration
Improves Water & Nutrient Penetration
Double-Pass Aeration
Overseeding
Aftercare Required
Aeration
Starting at
$90
per Application
Aeration
Starting at
$90
per Application
Aeration
Improves Water & Nutrient Penetration
Double-Pass Aeration
Overseeding
Aftercare Required
aeration & overseeding
Starting at
$297
per Application
Aeration
Improves Water & Nutrient Penetration
Double-Pass Aeration
Overseeding
Aftercare Required
Aeration
October
Recommended For All Lawns:
Maintenance, healthy lawns needing soil improvement, properties not ready for seeding commitment
Aeration & Overseeding
August 15 – September 30
Best For:
Thin lawns, bare patches, outdated grass varieties, anyone committed to achieving the best possible lawn
We use professional stand-on aerators for all open lawn areas, providing efficient coverage with deep 3-4 inch plugs. For areas our ride-on equipment cannot access—tight spaces along fences, around tree trunks, near foundations, between house and garage—we use walk-behind aerators to ensure complete property coverage. This combination of equipment types ensures every square foot of your Omaha lawn receives proper treatment rather than leaving gaps around obstacles that would create irregular results.
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We do not perform overseeding after September 30th because late fall timing leads to predictable failure. By late October, soil temperatures have cooled to the point where germination takes 2-3 weeks instead of 7-10 days. Regular frost and freezing temperatures kill newly germinated seedlings before they can establish. Grass doesn’t develop adequate root systems before winter dormancy. Weak seedlings cannot survive winter without established roots. Success rates in late October and November drop to 20-30% compared to 85-95% in our August 15 to September 30 window. We maintain strict timing standards because we won’t take your money for service during periods when success is unlikely.
Our seed blend includes three different Turf Type Tall Fescue cultivars rather than a single variety, providing important advantages. If disease affects one cultivar, the other two remain healthy and maintain lawn appearance. Different varieties perform optimally in different microenvironments—some excel in sun, others in partial shade, some in wetter areas, others in drier zones. The blend creates uniform appearance across varying conditions throughout your property. Multiple genetics provide broader overall stress tolerance and resilience. This diversity approach is the same strategy used by golf courses and professional turf managers who cannot afford lawn failure.
At Yard Boss, we understand that you may have questions about our services, processes, and how we can help you achieve the perfect lawn. Whether you’re curious about our lawn care techniques, service areas, or the benefits of professional lawn maintenance, you’ll find the information you need right here. If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to our friendly team!
No, we have a minimum charge that covers up to 5,000 sq ft. Here's why we don't do small patches:
NO! Do not skip fertilizer. The fertilizer is very beneficial for new seed. Here's what happens:
We use a premium blend of 3 Turf Type Tall Fescue cultivars specifically selected for the Eastern Nebraska region. This seed blend includes varieties with excellent NTEP (National Turfgrass Evaluation Program) testing results, meaning they've proven superior performance in:
We apply 5 lbs per 1,000 sq ft as a standard rate. In very thin or completely bare areas, we apply even higher rates. This is a thick application designed to create a dense, lush lawn.
No, if you're on our 6-step fertilizer program, your soil will have plenty of nutrients for the seed. Adding starter fertilizer would create over-fertilization, which can actually harm new seedlings. Our program provides everything your seed needs to thrive.
This is THE critical factor for success. Follow this schedule exactly:
Critical: This is a guide. The soil surface MUST stay damp for seed to survive. New grass has no deep roots to access lower soil moisture—think of it like a newborn baby that needs frequent care.
We will NOT aerate or aerate and seed if sprinklers are not marked. We don't want the liability of damaged sprinklers. You must:
Minimal aftercare needed:
For aeration only: Lawn will look slightly messy for 1-2 weeks due to soil plugs on surface, but no damage. Plugs break down quickly.
For aeration & seeding: Very thin or bare areas may be completely torn up by the double-pass aeration—this is normal and beneficial. It creates maximum soil disruption for seed-to-soil contact. The lawn will look rough for 2-3 weeks, then new grass fills in beautifully.
