Frequently Asked Questions

In east-central Indiana, you can typically start mowing in mid-to-late March or early April, once grass begins actively growing and reaches about 3 to 3.5 inches. We recommend setting your mower height to about 3 inches and never cutting more than one-third of the blade at a time. Our weekly mowing service starts as soon as the season calls for it.

For cool-season grasses like those common in Indiana (Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue), the best time to aerate is in early fall — typically late August through September. Fall aeration gives your lawn time to recover before winter and pairs perfectly with overseeding. We also offer spring aeration for lawns with heavy compaction.

After overseeding or new seeding, the key is keeping the soil consistently moist — not soaked. Water lightly 2 to 3 times per day for the first 2 to 3 weeks until germination occurs. Once seedlings are about an inch tall, reduce frequency but increase the depth of watering. We provide detailed aftercare instructions with every seeding job.

Hydroseeding is a process where a mixture of seed, mulch, fertilizer, and a bonding agent is sprayed onto the ground in a water-based slurry. It provides excellent seed-to-soil contact, reduces erosion immediately, and promotes fast, uniform germination. It's commonly used on construction sites, slopes, retention ponds, and large residential or commercial areas where traditional seeding or sodding isn't practical.

You'll typically see germination within 7 to 14 days depending on the seed mix, soil temperature, and moisture. A fully established stand of grass usually takes 4 to 6 weeks. During this time, it's important to keep the seeded area consistently moist. For construction and GC projects, we provide detailed establishment timelines that meet NPDES and state environmental compliance requirements across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and Michigan.

In most cases, yes. Hydroseeding typically costs 50% to 80% less than sod installation, especially for large areas. While sod gives you an instant lawn, hydroseeding produces a stronger root system over time because the grass grows directly in your native soil. For construction sites and large commercial projects, hydroseeding is almost always the more cost-effective and practical choice.

We're based in Union City, Indiana, and serve a roughly 50-mile radius covering east-central Indiana and parts of western Ohio. Our core service area includes Muncie, Portland, Winchester, Farmland, Parker City, Redkey, Dunkirk, Hartford City, Greenville OH, and surrounding communities. If you're not sure whether you're in our area, give us a call at (765) 371-4186 and we'll let you know.

We provide free, no-obligation quotes for all of our services. Pricing depends on the size of your property, the services you need, and the frequency of visits. For weekly mowing, most residential properties fall between $35 and $75 per visit. For erosion control, hydroseeding, and specialty services, we'll assess your property and provide a detailed estimate before any work begins.

The easiest way is to fill out our online contact form or call us at (765) 371-4186. We typically respond within 24 hours and can usually schedule an on-site assessment within a few days. We're available Monday through Saturday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Yes! We provide snow plowing, salting, and sidewalk clearing for both residential and commercial properties. Our snow removal contracts typically run November through March. We offer per-event pricing and seasonal contracts depending on your needs. Visit our snow removal page for more details.

Absolutely. All Brothers Lawn Squad LLC is fully licensed and insured. We carry comprehensive general liability insurance and can provide a certificate of insurance for any commercial or GC project upon request.