Heavy recreational use, active pets, foot traffic and even lawnmowers can compact the soil under your lawn. That impedes root growth and can lead to thatch, a combinatio… See more

Lawn aerators, power rakes and other power equipment can be found at a local tool rentalstore, many hardware stores and some big box retailers. Renting one will set you back ar… See more

Late summer and fall is the optimum season. Why fall? Blame it on summer. That’s when many lawns become compacted from heightened activity, foot traffic and d… See more

Whenever possible, combine lawn aeration with other lawn care maintenance, such as fertilizing, adding soil amendments or overseeding. Water, fertilizer and grass seed all ne… See more