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Thin lawns, bare patches, outdated grass varieties, anyone committed to achieving the best possible lawn
Aeration and overseeding is ideal for specific situations: lawns with thin or bare patches that need filling, old lawns that haven’t received new seed in over a decade, lawns with damage from pets or construction, and properties where owners want the absolute best lawn possible. If your lawn hasn’t been seeded in 10+ years, we recommend doing aeration and overseeding for 3-4 consecutive years to completely replace old genetics with modern cultivars. Each year builds on the previous, progressively transforming your lawn until it’s completely renewed with superior grass varieties.
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The single most important factor in aeration effectiveness is plug depth. Shallow 1-2 inch plugs from rental walk-behind aerators only scratch the surface and don’t break compaction in the root zone where it matters. Deep 3-4 inch plugs from our professional stand-on aerators penetrate into the compacted clay layer where roots actually grow, providing channels for deep root development that creates drought resistance and nutrient access. Root growth naturally follows aeration holes downward—shallow holes create shallow roots, deep holes create deep roots. This is why our professional equipment delivers transformative results that rental equipment cannot match.
We require all sprinkler heads to be marked before our scheduled service date or we will remove you from dispatch and reschedule. This strict policy protects both parties: aerator tines can destroy sprinkler heads at $50-150 per head replacement cost, damaged irrigation creates liability issues, and clients understandably blame us for damage even when they didn’t mark heads. We send notification approximately one week before service and you must respond confirming sprinklers are marked. If you cannot mark them in time, we’ll reschedule to designated reschedule weeks. We do not mark sprinklers ourselves and will not proceed with service on properties with unmarked irrigation systems.
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.
