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Q: How do you make yard waste decompose faster?

• <div><p>There are several ways to decompose yard waste quickly. The first step is to move all debris into a compost bin or pile. From there, microorganisms, bacteria, and insects will break down the yard waste into compost. To speed things up, shred the waste into smaller pieces, add live worms to the pile, or introduce nitrogen-rich compost accelerators like grass clippings, coffee grounds, and manure. Turn the compost over every few days. This process, called aerating, allows oxygen to get in and accelerate decomposition.</p></div>

Q: How do you rough up soil for grass seed?

• <div><p>The easiest way to rough up soil to accept grass seed and provide the best opportunity for its growth is to make several passes over the area with a garden tiller and rake away the loosened vegetation and debris. However, in some cases, very hard ground may require using a shovel or pick to break up pieces into smaller chunks that the tiller can handle more easily. </p></div>

Q: How do I break up hard dirt in my yard?

• <div><p>Break up hard dirt in your yard with popular methods such as <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-core-aeration.htm">core aeration</a> or manual aeration with a spade, mini excavator, or pitchfork. You can also alter your soil to keep it from compacting in the future. Adding compost, groundcover plants, or aeration granules&mdash;preferably made of organic materials&mdash;can also soften your ground and encourage water saturation.</p></div>

Q: How do professionals handle uneven terrain during aeration?

• <div><p>Professional equipment adapts to different terrains, ensuring thorough aeration across all lawn areas.</p></div>

Q: Is plug aeration better than liquid aeration?

• <div><p>Plug aeration is more effective than spike aeration, although it mars the appearance of your lawn until the plugs decompose. This can take a few weeks and some homeowners find it distressing, especially if they are planning an event and can't have guests stepping on the soil cores. Liquid aeration is just as effective without having to bore holes.</p></div>

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Last update on November 17, 2025

Reviewed in August 2024
In addition to mowing my lawn I hired them to mow my 80+ year old in-laws yard and they are very. Motor Mouth Mowing not even mows, but does a great job trimming, edging and cleaning up after. I have also hired them to do a major yard cleanup involving removing "junk" trees and overgrown...
MOTOR MOUTH MOWING LLC
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Reviewed in August 2013
When I discussed hiring Cutting Edge Lawn service, Jeff was courteous and very helpful. He set up a schedule and got his lawn care professional started within the week. When I saw the results the first day, the lawn was mowed and edged very well, and they did all of the detail work I...
Cutting Edge Yard Service
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Reviewed in July 2013
Trugreen has been my lawn service provider off and on for a couple of years. I buy the entire year's service all at once to save some money. I have have told the company several times to not enter my fenced in backyard. I have several large dogs that have access to the backyard via a doggie...
TruGreen Lawn Care - 5751
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Reviewed in June 2013
Steve was very professional and easy to work with. All of his crews both laborer a & shinglers were great. Knew what they were doing, courteous, took care of moving all lawn ornaments and making sure that all bushes, glowers & trees were protected. They cleaned up all of the work area daily....
Stephen Coy Construction Inc
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Reviewed in October 2012
I've lived in a home with septic service for over 30 years and I have to say this is one of the most professional companies I've had here to do any work. The service was prompt and there was minimal disturbance of the lawn to gain access. The employee who came was knowledgeable about options...
Illini Septic & Sewer
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Reviewed in July 2011
This young man was SUPER nice. He was professional, friendly, and did a great job pruning our trees. He was easy to get in contact with, returned calls promptly, asked appropriate questions when he came to look at the trees and provided a quote on the spot. We have several fruit trees...
Long's Tree Service
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