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Q: What’s the ideal schedule for aerating a lawn?

• <div><p>The frequency of lawn aeration depends on various factors such as soil type, grass variety, and lawn usage. In most cases, aerating once a year, typically in the fall or early spring, is sufficient to maintain a healthy lawn. However, lawns subject to heavy foot traffic or especially compacted soil may benefit from more frequent aeration, possibly every six months. It's essential to assess your lawn's specific needs and consult with a lawn care professional if you're unsure about the ideal aeration schedule for your property.</p></div>

Q: What are the benefits of lawn aeration?

• <div><p>Aeration improves soil health, enhances water and nutrient absorption, and promotes stronger grass roots.</p></div>

Q: Is lawn aeration worth the money?

• <div><p>Strange as it may seem, poking holes in your lawn can do a great deal to help the grass grow back stronger, thicker, and happier. By allowing light, water, and nutrients to penetrate the soil, the grass can root down deeper and get more of what it needs to thrive. All of which is to say, if you care about the appearance of your lawn, yes, lawn aeration is usually worth the money&mdash;especially since it&rsquo;s not that expensive.</p></div>

Q: How can I speed up the growth of grass?

• <div><p>Choosing the right grass seed and planting it at the right time are the most important factors in establishing fast-growing grass. You also need adequate water, sunshine, and nutrients. To speed up the growth process, you can implement some tips and tricks, including watering it deeply and frequently, and using an iron-rich fertilizer to boost its appearance.</p></div>

Q: Can I dethatch and aerate my lawn at the same time?

• <div><p>While dethatching first often makes the aeration process faster and easier, both actions can be done on the same day. Aeration can also loosen up the thatch, even if you have a harder time aerating the soil because the thatch got too thick. Because both dethatching and aeration have the common goal of making it easier for the soil to get water and nutrients, it&rsquo;s safe and possible to do both at the same time.</p></div>

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Last update on November 01, 2025

Reviewed in June 2024
This business is honest and fair. I would highly recommend this business to anyone that needs lawn care and scrub trimming.
Southern Home and Lawn LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Mr. King answered my request quickly and did a fantastic job! He is very professional and pleasant to work with. I highly recommend Ray of Hope lawn care service .
Ray of Hope Properties, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
Joey actually arrived a little early. He got the irrigation system winterized. He was able to get the work done within 24 hours of our first call. Thank you to A Perfect Lawn for getting our sprinkler system ready for the cold weather!
A Perfect Lawn, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2022
Harris Lawn and Grounds Service company pros arrived on set date and immediately tackled two big oaks. They were a friendly, quick, and hard working team. It was exciting watching them work especially the tree cutter in the bucket going very high up! We will request they return next fall to...
Harris Lawn and Tree Maintenance
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Reviewed in June 2022
They arrived in a timely manner and were very professional in repairing my lawn sprinklers. Their rates were also very reasonable. I would definitely use them again for irrigation work.
Custom Irrigation Services, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2018
Matt is 100% reliable, honest, hard working, and good natured. I trust him without hesitation for any job in the lawn or garden. The results in my garden have been spectacular. Highly recommended!!
Matt's Meticulous Landscaping
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Reviewed in March 2016
The service was great! Josh and his team tended to my yard with short notice. It was fast and friendly service. If his schedule changes due to weather he will contact you to let you know. I have scheduled for future services from Sibley Lawn Care.
Sibley Lawn Care LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
But.....apparently no longer in business....We used Stacy a few years ago to design landscape and install an in ground irrigation system for our lawn. He did an OUTSTANDING job and went above and beyond to dig the trenches, add and aim the pop-up valves, etc. we think his knees finally gave...
Stokes Landscaping
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Reviewed in December 2012
Lawn Doctor is reliable, and I have been very satisfied with its service.
Lawn Doctor St. Louis - St. Charles
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Reviewed in November 2012
I had been frustrated with all the lawn fertilization companies because once you signed up they called all the time saying another service was needed, or worse, just came out, did the service, and then billed for it. I had two or three experiences like this with the big name companies. After a...
The Green Doctor
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