Can I do hydroseeding myself?
Although the name sounds pretty high-tech, hydroseeding can be done DIY-style or by a professional lawn care company. You’ll likely see the best results by going with a professional, but if you’ve got money on the mind, you can find a hydroseeding starter kit on Amazon, or maybe even your local garden store.
Can you Hydroseed over existing grass?
We do not recommend hydroseeding over an existing lawn. The best practice is to either start over from scratch by completely redoing the lawn, or implement a process called “overseeding.” Overseeding is done with a power rake (you can rent one from a hardware store) and then broadcasting seed.
How do you prepare soil for hydroseeding?
Start by removing all rocks, sticks or other debris from the surface area. Next remove any exisitng grass and/or weeds. Proper landscape irrigation is a must for hydroseeding success, especially for Southern California. Install and test your irrigation system prior to hydroseeding.
How much does it cost to Hydroseed yourself?
Cost of DIY Hydroseeding For a 2,500-square-foot lawn, most homeowners can expect to pay between $200 and $500 for professional hydroseeding. Attempting hydroseeding yourself will require you to buy a hydroseeder, which can cost anywhere between $1,900 and $29,000 or more.
How much does it cost to hydroseed 1 acre?
Hydroseeding Costs Hydroseeding averages between $0.06 to $0.20 per square foot or $2,000 to $4,000 per acre. Small jobs of less than 500 square feet will, instead, be charged an hourly rate of $24 to $30 per hour.
Can I walk on Hydroseed?
When Can I walk on the hydroseed? It will need to dry completely and then you can walk on it only as necessary until the first mowing. Why is the grass thicker in some areas than others? The grass is thicker because it is maintaining more moisture; you will need to increase your watering for the thinner areas.
Should I compact topsoil before seeding?
We recommend using topsoil which has up to 75% sand content by volume. The sub soil below the topsoil should not be excessively compact as this can create drainage issues. In the case of limited surface drainage and compacted sub soil you may need to install drain tile.
How much does it cost to Hydroseed 1/4 acre?
Hydroseeding averages between $0.06 to $0.20 per square foot or $2,000 to $4,000 per acre. Small jobs of less than 500 square feet will, instead, be charged an hourly rate of $24 to $30 per hour. However, most landscapers prefer to charge by the acre or square foot for greater accuracy.