Service 05 / 07
Core Aeration
Relief for compacted, heavily used ground.
The diagnosis
If water sits, if the ground feels like pavement in August, if turf thins along every path: that is compaction. Roots need air and pathways. Aeration is the honest, mechanical fix: pull cores, open the profile, let the lawn breathe.
Method & materials
Mechanical core removal lets water, air, and nutrients reach the root zone again.
This is equipment work: a core aerator that pulls real plugs, not spikes that squeeze the soil tighter. Cores stay on the lawn and melt back in. Aeration pairs naturally with top dressing; the holes take the material exactly where it does the most good.
What to expect after
Cores disappear within a couple of weeks. Water well after the pass. Aeration is the one service on this list worth repeating on a schedule: once a year for hard-used lawns keeps compaction from ever winning again.
Common questions
- How much does lawn leveling cost?
- Pricing depends on the size of the lawn, the amount of material required, access, and the severity of the unevenness. Request a quote for an accurate estimate. It only takes a few minutes.
- What is top dressing?
- Top dressing is the application of a thin layer of material across the lawn to help smooth the surface and improve soil conditions.
- Can you fix a severely bumpy lawn?
- In many cases, yes. The best approach depends on the severity of the problem and may include leveling, grading, top dressing, or full lawn renovation.