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Q: Should I fertilize soil before planting grass seed?

• <div><p>Properly preparing the soil for planting grass seed may include applying fertilizer several weeks before spreading the seed if you plan to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/overseed-lawn-guide.htm">overseed the lawn</a>. However, in most cases involving a brand-new lawn, spreading a starter fertilizer along with the grass seed will give it the best chance of taking root quickly and growing strong. </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>

Q: How does foxtail spread?

• <div><p>Foxtail self-seeds and dispurses them among other grasses and pastures. The seeds can spread by wind and by attaching themselves to animals and humans. Seeds will germinate in their new location and become a new plant, which continues the spread of foxtail. Unfortunately, foxtail spreads easily, making it difficult to remove unless it&rsquo;s caught quickly.</p></div>

Q: Will grass grow back after dog urine?

• <div><p>Yes, in most cases, grass will return after your dog urinates on it. But without preventative measures, there&rsquo;s always a chance your dog will pee on the grass again, leading to brown patches come summer. This aside, even if your grass is dead in patches, simply reseeding the dead spots should help restore your lawn. </p><p>If you choose not to reseed your lawn, unaffected grass surrounding the dead patches will spread over any dead spots. But be prepared for this option to take longer&mdash;you likely won&rsquo;t be able to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-grow-grass-fast.htm">grow grass fast</a>.</p></div>

Q: Can I throw grass seed on dirt?

• <div><p>While it may seem easier and faster to throw grass seed onto dirt and call it a day, that method likely won&rsquo;t yield great results. Preparing your lawn for reseeding or seeding by clearing rocks and debris, aerating, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-remove-grass.htm">removing existing grass</a>, or leveling it. You should also plan out the best time to plant your grass based on its type and your location to ensure it grows well. So, if you want your grass to grow successfully, put more time and effort into the project than throwing seed on the ground.</p></div>

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Last update on August 06, 2024

Reviewed in August 2024
Jeff is very easy to work with and provide an excellent dumpster service to our home renovation project. I would highly recommend his service to other clients.
Springer Landscaping
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Reviewed in July 2024
Danuta did a beautiful job landscaping our front and backyard. We live on a very challenging lot with terrible soil and everything she planted is flourishing. She is an artist and a horticulturist. Her knowledge of plants is encyclopedic. She is also an irrigation specialist. The builder of...
Neptunia Landscaping
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Reviewed in June 2024
Josh and his company did far more than a yard install. They did front and backyards. Concrete driveways , curbs and lighting. The quality of work is exemplary and we have received numerous compliments of the work. I would highly recommend Josh and his team.
J T URBANO CONSTRUCTION
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Reviewed in June 2024
Wayne and his crew did a fantastic job sealing my driveway. Reasonably priced and the workmanship is exceptional.
Summit Paving Contractors
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Reviewed in December 2023
Mike did a great job with our project to lay a pad for a shed install. He takes a great deal of pride in his work and it shows in the finished product. He communicated throughout the sales and install process and made good on all commitments.
Concrete Innovations, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2023
Jay and his team will get your plumbing issues fixed! We donâ t trust anyone else with our plumbing issues because Jay knows his craft. heâ s got the experience & knowledge to back it up. We had a complicated case as we share a water line with our neighbor (condo/townhouse) & the tub...
Precise Plumbing
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Reviewed in December 2022
Michael was great! The work was actually for a shed installation so we could put our washer dryer outside our house and he did the plumbing, sewer, and electrical and carpentry all himself. It is hard to find someone that can do everything like this and to do it well. He is also very friendly...
Integrity Plumbing & Water Purification INC
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Reviewed in September 2022
This was the first company to bid on the resealing of my driveway. They responded promptly and showed up on time. Put two coats of sealant on my asphalt driveway for a reasonable price. Excellent work, Iâ ve received a lot of compliments.. Will definitely refer this company with friends.
ASAP Asphalt Sealing & Patching, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2022
Amazing customer service. The job was done on time, and on budget. Matthew was amazing!
All Abode Services, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2019
It went great! What was once just dirt and weeds is now beautiful land and hardscape! Roney was very responsive to our requests and ideas and quickly came back with a design we were excited to get implemented. Within a few days, a full crew was on-site to start the work. As the work started...
Babylon Builders
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Sprinkler Master

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Serving Arnold, CA and surrounding areas

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"I hired Nick to replace some sprinkler Valves and sprinkler heads for my home lawns. He was very professional and I was very happy with the work he provided. Highly recommend!"

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Green Acres Gardening

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Reliable local company that had over 25 year in Landscaping experience. professional Landscaping Services no job to small or too big. Irrigation repairs and installs clean ups weekly or monthly maintenance. We also install artificial turf

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Just a dad trying to make a few extra dollars to keep his family afloat I can offer a lot from little handy man fixes to towing and moving things with my truck and trailer

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Sam the Handyman

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Hi,\nMy name is Samuel and I provide a wide array of home services including landscaping, lawn care, tree trimming, stump and brush removal, property cleanup, as well as many small repairs. Please contact me if you need help with any small repairs, maintenance or upkeep around your house or property!

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I do it

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Im a superintendent for a large construction company i have a trailer and some free time on the weekends so im looking to earn money i have experience in painting and dry wall and all underground utilities

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Patrick

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General handyman things, light electrical, landscaping, painting, plumbing and pretty much anything else. I also know my limits, so if there is something I am not 100% certain I can do up to standards then I will be honest. Cost is always negotiable with me.

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I’m an experienced handyman offering a wide range of home repair and maintenance services, including plumbing fixes, electrical work, carpentry, painting, and general repairs. I’m known for being punctual, trustworthy, and detail-oriented. My goal is to provide high-quality work at a fair price while making sure customers feel confident and satisfied with every project.

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Palazzo Home Solutions

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I am a local handyman and yard/house clean-up specialist. Things like trim work, flooring, and rough carpentry are my go-to as long with landscaping services such as material moving and off-hauling.

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Ironclad Logistics & Contracting

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We are Ironclad Logistics & Contracting LLC. Based out of placer county, we serve all of NorCal from the Bay Area up to the Oregon border. We offer site preparation and cleanup, light demo, grading, excavation, land clearing, debris hauling, and more. Check out our site ironcladlc.com

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Lawn Irrigation questions, answered by experts

Properly preparing the soil for planting grass seed may include applying fertilizer several weeks before spreading the seed if you plan to overseed the lawn. However, in most cases involving a brand-new lawn, spreading a starter fertilizer along with the grass seed will give it the best chance of taking root quickly and growing strong.

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’t hot enough to fry the grass and the renovation materials.

Foxtail self-seeds and dispurses them among other grasses and pastures. The seeds can spread by wind and by attaching themselves to animals and humans. Seeds will germinate in their new location and become a new plant, which continues the spread of foxtail. Unfortunately, foxtail spreads easily, making it difficult to remove unless it’s caught quickly.

Yes, in most cases, grass will return after your dog urinates on it. But without preventative measures, there’s always a chance your dog will pee on the grass again, leading to brown patches come summer. This aside, even if your grass is dead in patches, simply reseeding the dead spots should help restore your lawn.

If you choose not to reseed your lawn, unaffected grass surrounding the dead patches will spread over any dead spots. But be prepared for this option to take longer—you likely won’t be able to grow grass fast.

While it may seem easier and faster to throw grass seed onto dirt and call it a day, that method likely won’t yield great results. Preparing your lawn for reseeding or seeding by clearing rocks and debris, aerating, removing existing grass, or leveling it. You should also plan out the best time to plant your grass based on its type and your location to ensure it grows well. So, if you want your grass to grow successfully, put more time and effort into the project than throwing seed on the ground.

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