Aerate and Core Removal
Core aeration, the process of removing small plugs of soil from your lawn, offers numerous benefits that contribute to a healthier, more vibrant yard. Promotes root growth and enhances nutrient availability. Makes room for top dressing. Benefits include:
- Relieves Soil Compaction:
- Compacted soil restricts the flow of air, water, and nutrients to grass roots. Aeration loosens the soil, allowing these essential elements to penetrate deeper.
- Improves Air Exchange:
- Aeration enhances the exchange of gases between the soil and the atmosphere, providing roots with the oxygen they need for healthy growth.
- Enhances Water and Nutrient Uptake:
- By creating pathways for water and nutrients to reach the root zone, aeration improves their absorption, leading to stronger, healthier grass.
- Reduces Thatch Buildup:
- While a thin layer of thatch is beneficial, excessive thatch can impede water and nutrient penetration. Aeration helps break down thatch by bringing soil microorganisms to the surface.
- Promotes Stronger Root Growth:
- When roots have access to adequate air, water, and nutrients, they grow deeper and stronger, making the lawn more resilient to stress.
- Reduces Water Runoff and Puddling:
- Aeration improves drainage, preventing water from pooling on the surface and reducing runoff.
- Improves Fertilizer Effectiveness:
- Aeration allows fertilizer to reach the root zone more effectively, maximizing its benefits.
- Enhances Overseeding:
- When overseeding, aeration creates optimal conditions for seed to soil contact, which greatly increases the germination rate of the new seed.
