Is power seeding better than aeration?

• <div><p>Power seeding and aeration are both great ways to improve the health of your lawn, but one isn’t better than the other. Aeration alone doesn’t involve planting grass seeds; instead, this service is focused on improving soil health. Aeration is a great service to do before any type of seeding to make seeding more effective.</p></div>

Can you speed up grass seed germination?

• <div><p>Speeding up grass seed germination is possible, but it requires quite a bit of extra work and commitment. Keeping the soil moist is key, but here are a few other tried-and-true methods for growing your new grass as quickly as possible:</p><ul><li><p>Mist grass up to eight times per day to keep the soil moist.</p></li><li><p>Purchase a moisture-retaining seed coating for your grass seeds.</p></li><li><p>Amend soil that is compacted or in the wrong pH range.</p></li><li><p>Choose the right grass seed for your area’s climate and soil conditions.</p></li><li><p>Avoid planting on windy days or during periods of extreme rain or drought.</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What tools are used for aeration?

• <div><p>Common tools include spike aerators and core aerators. Professionals often use motorized equipment for efficiency.</p></div>

Q: What are the signs that my lawn needs aeration?

• <div><p>Several signs indicate that your lawn may require aeration. If you notice water pooling or runoff after rainfall, it suggests poor water infiltration, and aeration could help. Compacted soil may cause grass to thin out, turn yellow, or struggle to grow. Additionally, the presence of a thatch layer, which is a buildup of dead grass and debris, can indicate aeration is needed to alleviate thatch and promote healthier grass growth. Monitoring these signs can help you determine when your lawn would benefit from aeration.</p></div>

Q: What is the best time of year to redo a lawn?

• <div><p>Depending on the lawn treatments, the best times of the year to redo your lawn are between mid-August and mid-September for overseeding and renovation treatments. For areas such as the southern United States, lawn aeration works best during the fall, when the temperatures begin to drop. Otherwise, early spring is your next best bet because the grass is fresh and ready to absorb nutrients, and the temperature isn&rsquo;t hot enough to fry the grass and the renovation materials.</p></div>

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Last update on October 28, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
We recently hired Benchmark Outdoor Services for routine yard maintenance and couldn’t be more pleased with the level of service provided. From the initial consultation to the final cleanup, they demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and strong attention to detail. The lawn and landscaping...
Benchmark Outdoor Services, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2024
I moved back to AL after 2 decades living in CA so knew no one to count on for help with home, car repairs or maintenance. I had googled Lawn & Landscape within my area and immediately received a reply from Isaac’s Lawn & Landscaping service who I hired for the removal of 20 bushes as part of a...
Isaacs Lawn Care Service
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Reviewed in August 2022
They do amazing work and they are so professional. 10/10 I will be using them for all my future lawn care and etc.. thank you
TDG Enterprise LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Hired them to maintain my lawn after my mower went out. They came out on a consistent schedule and provided quality service. Affordable price for the distance traveled. Would definitely recommend!
Bibbs National Global
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Reviewed in July 2020
Great service and communication. Quality work and affordable lawn care. I highly recommend!
6:38 Lawn Care
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Reviewed in March 2020
I have been using Mr. Buggs for 3 years for pest control and have been very pleased. I was using another company for my yard, trugreen, and they were horrible. They basically killed my $10,000 lawn. I decided since the pest control was spot on, I would give the lawn service a try. I met with the...
Mr Bugg's Pest Patrol Inc
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Reviewed in May 2017
My sprinkler system ran and flooded my lawn even though it was turned off . I found the company via Home Advisors website. Byron Capps and Wayne are professional. They know the job and fix the problem. I am very pleased and will use them if needed I highly recommend this company.
True Rain, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2012
They come out every four months. My lawn looks very good.
TruGreen Lawn Care - 5788
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Reviewed in July 2009
The company refused to listen to what we wanted and proceeded to do what they wanted. They asked for half of the payment up front (we refused however, my husband paid them some up front money) the continued to request money everyday (it only took them 4 days to do all this work). The irrigation...
Alabama Garden Co
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