Professional Core Aeration

If your lawn could talk, it would ask for aeration. Over time, soil naturally compacts—from foot traffic, mowing, rain, and even the natural settling process. When soil becomes compacted, air, water, and nutrients can't reach the root zone where they're needed most.

Core aeration is the solution. Using specialized equipment, we remove small plugs of soil from your lawn, creating channels that allow air, water, and nutrients to penetrate deep into the root zone. The result? Deeper roots, thicker grass, and a lawn that bounces back from stress more easily.

Why Aeration Matters in Lexington

Our area is known for clay soils, which compact more easily than sandy soils. Combined with our humid climate (which can lead to thatch buildup), aeration becomes especially important for maintaining healthy lawns in Lexington.

Signs Your Lawn Needs Aeration

• Water pools on the surface instead of soaking in
• Grass looks stressed or thin despite adequate watering
• Heavy foot traffic or play areas
• Lawn was established as part of a new home construction
• Soil feels hard or compacted to the touch
• Thatch layer is more than 1/2 inch thick

When to Aerate

For cool-season grasses common in our area (fescue, bluegrass), the best time for aeration is in the fall (September-October) when the grass is actively growing and can recover quickly. Spring aeration is also beneficial but should be done early to allow recovery before summer heat arrives.

Our Aeration Process

• Property assessment to identify problem areas
• Proper core depth (2-3 inches) for effective results
• Appropriate spacing (2-4 inches apart) for optimal coverage
• Plugs left on lawn to break down naturally and return nutrients
• Post-aeration recommendations for watering and care