How do you soften hard soil for grass seed?

• <div><p>One of the best ways to soften your grass and prepare it for planting grass seed is aeration. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/why-aeration-key-healthy-green-lawn.htm">Aerating your lawn</a> will loosen up compacted soil and facilitate a more even balance of nutrients from root to topsoil. We recommend using core aeration methods for the most effective soil-loosening results.</p></div>

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Q: Can I use compost on my lawn?

• <div><p>Yes, you can use compost on your lawn alongside or even instead of standard fertilizer. Compost is rich in nutrients and organic matter and restores the balance and health of your soil. It also replenishes depleted soil, adding volume as well as nutrients. It's a great alternative to synthetic slow-release fertilizer. And if you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-make-compost.htm">compost at home</a>, you can save money by applying your own compost. </p><p> </p></div>

Q: Is it worth it to hire a lawn service?

• <div><p>Hiring a lawn service company can free up your schedule for other tasks and ensure high-quality results. However, doing some of the maintenance yourself can reduce your monthly costs. Another factor to consider if it's worth it is whether you already own lawn equipment and tools you will need to keep your yard looking lush. Ultimately, it depends on your budget, schedule, and the type of tasks you need to complete. </p></div>

Q: What will kill crabgrass but not grass?

• <div><p>A spot herbicide for weed control is effective at killing crabgrass and not grass, but it depends on the type of herbicide. Always check the label to ensure that your herbicide is safe for grass but tough on crabgrass. Overall, spot treatment is ideal because it puts fewer herbicides into the soil, which can damage the soil. If you&rsquo;re wanting a natural remedy to crabgrass that also won&rsquo;t harm surrounding grass, you can also hand-remove crabgrass or even pour boiling water or 5% vinegar over crabgrass as a spot treatment.</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>

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Last update on November 22, 2025

Reviewed in May 2021
They did a great ð job manicurist the lawn and where pleasant to talk with
Sharp Image Lawn & Landscape, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
I left a message on Friday evening, Beth called back the following morning. I had called a few other lawn services during the previous 2 weeks and none called back, so this was a huge plus. They went out and looked at the yard, then Beth called back with an estimate. The lawn had not been mowed...
Wolfe Lawn Care Plus
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Reviewed in July 2013
The owner/manager is always professional, prompt and does an excellent job. If we need anything, we send an e-mail and receive a response within 24 hours. Our phone calls are returned promptly. We would highly recommend Bay's Best Lawn Service.
Bay's Best Lawn Care
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Reviewed in June 2013
They severed a satellite cable but took care of that issue. Sewer work was good but never came back to replace the lawn, as promised. Looking to sell the house so this is a major problem.
MORRISON ELECTRIC
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Reviewed in April 2013
This company ceases to amaze me. I have read their follow up to my review and they are liars. My yard was not in poor shape prior to them providing services. It was actually in great shape and one of the best in my neighborhood. They never came out to view my property prior to "them"...
Rochell Landscape
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Reviewed in February 2013
Unfortunately we somehow carried in bed bugs. Not fun. Called Tricounty because they had the whole house heat treatment info on their website. We were able to get a free inspection within a couple days and had the treatment scheduled shortly after. The guys that did the work were professional,...
Tri-County Termite & Pest Control
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Reviewed in August 2012
They were a little slow in getting me scheduled, but did a good job when they came. They missed one part of the backside of the house probably because it was hard to get to. I will definetely have hire them again though as the treatment seemed to be effective in keeping the bees from boring into...
ARAB TERMITE & PEST CONTROL
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Reviewed in October 2007
The trucks were always on time. The driver's were careful to not damage the yard or driveway with their heavy equipment. They recommended a less expensive alternative of adding sand and gravel to the mixture to help in the filling of the pool. We needed much more dirt than we thought and would...
Jones Topsoil Co
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Reviewed in October 2007
John came out quickly and resolved the problems professionally. He retreated with some heavier types of pesticides to rid our home of a carpenter ant problem around the exterior of the home. We haven't seen any more bugs in the home since this treatment. John was very helpful and reassuring that...
Capital City Exterminating Co Inc
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Reviewed in October 2005
THEY APPLIED SEVERAL TREATMENTS/FERTILIZERS THIS YEAR TO TWO TREES (A CRABAPPLE AND BIRCH) IN OUR FRONT YARD.
The Davey Tree Expert Company- Columbus & W Columbus
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