Factors Impacting Aeration and Overseeding Cost

With fall fast approaching, there are several lawn care tasks to consider before your yard goes dormant over winter. Aeration and overseeding are two beneficial practices to help your lawn recover from summer’s heat and prepare to survive the cold. Part of the lawn care planning process should include determining the budget for these projects. There are several factors that impact the cost of aeration and overseeding. Here’s what you can expect.

What Impacts Aeration and Overseeding Cost

When it comes to any lawn care project, the cost varies depending on different factors:

• Lawn size and shape. Larger lawns require more work and product which increases the price. Steep slopes can also increase costs to account for safely navigating machinery or using manual techniques. Working around obstacles such as trees, fences, and other landscape features may also impact price.
• Preparation. For aeration and seeding to be more effective and efficient, the lawn should be mowed, dethatched, and cleared of debris. A lawn care service will charge more to carry out these tasks and any other soil preparations needed before aeration and seeding.
• Methods. Core aeration, which removes plugs of soil, is typically more expensive but more effective than spike aeration, which only punctures the soil. When aeration and overseeding is done at the same time the cost will differ from carrying out these tasks separately. Some companies may bundle services in comprehensive maintenances packages for optimal results.
• Products. Grass seed prices vary depending on the type or brand. Additional charges for specialized equipment may also apply.

The specific costs associated with aeration and overseeding can vary depending on the characteristics of your lawn and the level of services you need. The best way to determine your cost is to contact a professional lawn care company to obtain a quote before any work is done. Discuss any preparation, equipment, and products needed to get the job done right.