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Thin lawns, bare patches, outdated grass varieties, anyone committed to achieving the best possible lawn
For a 5,000 square foot lawn, aeration and overseeding costs $297 compared to $90 for aeration alone—a $207 difference. What does this additional investment provide? Double-pass aeration instead of single pass, 25 pounds of premium certified TTTF seed worth $75-125 at retail, professional broadcast seeding application, hand cultivation and seeding of inaccessible areas, and introduction of modern disease-resistant and drought-tolerant genetics that improve lawn performance for years. The return on investment is measured not just in immediate appearance but in years of reduced water use, fewer disease problems, and superior heat tolerance from upgraded grass varieties.
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Soil compaction develops gradually from normal lawn use: mowing equipment compresses soil, foot traffic compacts high-use areas, rainfall impacts and compresses the surface, and clay soil naturally settles into denser configurations over time. Even lawns aerated last year develop new compaction from these ongoing forces. This is why annual aeration is recommended rather than occasional treatment. Each year’s aeration relieves the compaction that developed since the previous treatment, maintaining healthy soil structure rather than allowing progressive compaction to undermine lawn health over multiple years.
Approximately one week before your scheduled aeration service, we send notification via your preferred method (text or email). This advance notice serves several purposes: allows you time to mark sprinkler heads before our arrival, gives you opportunity to respond confirming you’ll be ready for service, allows rescheduling if needed before we dispatch crews, and ensures you’re aware service is approaching even if you won’t be home. We require a response to this notification for overseeding services to confirm sprinklers are marked and you’re ready—non-response results in removal from dispatch to protect both parties.
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.
