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Q: Can I just throw grass seed down on existing lawn?

• <div><p>You can try that, but it isn't likely to yield results. It's like watering potted plants without putting the seeds in. Most of the tossed grass seeds sit on top of the soil or existing grass blades and never germinate. The seeds need to make it into the soil, just like growing a potted plant. The best way to accomplish this is to aerate your lawn first, then overseed.</p></div>

Q: What should I do if my seeds aren’t sprouting?

• <div><p>If it&rsquo;s been a few weeks and you haven&rsquo;t seen anything pop up, double-check your seed packet and make sure you didn&rsquo;t miss any steps. Did they need cold stratification (putting seeds in the freezer and then transferring to water before planting)? Do they have an exceptionally long germination period? </p><p> If you&rsquo;ve followed all of the directions closely, you may just have had a bad batch of seeds. (Sadly, it happens.)</p></div>

Q: Can you just sprinkle grass seed on a lawn?

• <div><p>Technically, yes&mdash;and you may have some successful growth&mdash;but this isn&rsquo;t the ideal way to fill in sparse areas. By clearing leaves and debris, amending the soil, and aerating it properly before you lay the seeds, you&rsquo;re providing the most ideal conditions for them to germinate.</p></div>

Q: Should I pick up dirt after aerating?

• <div><p>Don&rsquo;t pick up dirt after aerating. Even though it's tempting because soil cores are incredibly unsightly, these cores and the dirt they leave behind are ecologically important. This is what keeps your grass looking beautiful and growing healthily. The soil cores need two to three weeks to decompose, but you can swat them with a rake if their natural shape bothers you.</p></div>

Q: What if I water my grass too much in winter?

• <div><p>If you accidentally watered your grass too much during the winter months, try <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-lawn-aeration.htm">aerating your lawn</a> to encourage absorption of the water into the soil and improve drainage. Dethatching your lawn can also help the solid recover from overwatering and encourage healthy root and stalk health in your grass.</p></div>

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Last update on November 18, 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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