Lawn Care
Aeration
Aeration is the removal of hundreds of cores in your lawn, creating holes to allow air, water and nutrients to penetrate down to the grass roots. This helps the roots grow deeper and produce a stronger and thicker lawn. The main use of aeration is to alleviate soil compaction. Compacted soil prevents proper circulation of air, water and nutrients within the soil. Excess lawn thatch or heavy organic debris buried under the grass surface can also starve the roots from these essential elements.
The best time for aeration is during the the spring and fall months while your lawn is germinating to promote maximum growth.
Seeding & Fertilizing
Over seeding and fertilizing is most effective when used in conjunction with aeration on lawns with established grass and turf. It's a easy way to add color, improve thickness, and fill in your trouble areas. The seed and fertilizer is spread across the area, into the existing turf and soil, and must be watered lightly to promote growth.
Dethatching
Your lawn has three layers: the roots below the soil, the green grass above ground and in the middle, a layer of thatch that is composed of dead leaves, stems and roots. This thatch material is natural and it’s healthy in moderation. But a thick layer of thatch can prevent air, water and nutrients from reaching down to the grass roots and can be a breeding ground for insects.
Dethatching combs out the heavy layers of thatch so it can be removed from the lawn. A dethatching machine will lift away the thatch layer and bring the organic debris to the surface so it can be hand-raked off the lawn.
Giving you a perfect opportunity to seed and fertilize.