Why Aeration Can Make All the Difference for Your Lawn

If your lawn’s looking thin, patchy, or just not as green as you’d like, the problem might be under the surface. Over time, soil gets packed down from foot traffic, mowers, pets, and just everyday use. When that happens, water, air, and nutrients can’t reach the roots the way they should. That’s where aeration comes in.

What is aeration?

Aeration is simply the process of pulling out small plugs of soil so your lawn can “breathe” again. Those holes let water soak in better, fertilizer reach the roots, and oxygen flow where it’s needed most.

Why it matters:

• Loosens up hard, compacted soil

• Helps roots grow deeper and stronger

• Makes your lawn more resistant to heat and drought

• Improves the way your lawn takes in nutrients

When to aerate:

For cool-season grasses (like fescue or bluegrass), early fall or spring is best. For warm-season grasses (like Bermuda or zoysia), late spring into summer works great.

How often:

Most lawns do best with aeration once a year. If your yard gets heavy use or has clay soil, twice a year can make a big difference.

How we do it:

We use professional equipment to pull plugs from your lawn, not just poke holes. This gives the best results and helps your grass bounce back thicker and healthier. A lot of our customers also choose to overseed right after aeration to fill in thin spots.

Bottom line:

Aeration is one of the easiest ways to give your lawn a fresh start. If it’s been a while (or you’ve never done it), now’s the perfect time.