Is it worth aerating a lawn?

• <div><p>Yes, it’s worth aerating a lawn. Even the most diligent mowing, watering, and fertilizing schedule is not enough if the roots are not able to benefit from the care and nutrients you’re giving them. Even a lawn that’s already healthy can benefit from aeration because the more air that circulates around the roots, the stronger and healthier it will grow. </p></div>

What should I do if I cut my grass too short?

• <div><p>If your grass is stressed from being over-trimmed, try watering it heavily and then allowing it to recover for at least two weeks before mowing again. If you notice <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-are-brown-patches-my-grass.htm">brown patches</a> where the grass has died off because it’s too short, you should remove the dead grass and overseed the area. Leaving dead patches can invite weeds and other problems, so if you want a totally green lawn, getting rid of dead patches should include removing the dead sections before reseeding the area.</p></div>

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Q: Is spike aeration better than nothing?

• <div><p>Although core aeration is overall a better method of aerating a lawn, spike aeration can still be helpful, especially if you have a smaller yard or are only trying to work on a specific problem area. Because spike aeration is so accessible thanks to its lower cost and easy DIY tools like aerator shoes, it can still be worthwhile for some gardeners.</p></div>

Q: What is the screwdriver test for a lawn?

• <div><p>The screwdriver test involves trying to push a screwdriver into your lawn. If it goes in easily, you&rsquo;re likely overwatering and should cut back. If there&rsquo;s moderate resistance, you have a good watering schedule and soil composition. If there&rsquo;s a lot of resistance or you can&rsquo;t get the screwdriver into the soil, you may need to aerate your lawn to reduce compaction and increase your watering schedule.</p></div>

Q: Is it worth aerating a lawn?

• <div><p>Yes, it&rsquo;s worth aerating a lawn. Even the most diligent mowing, watering, and fertilizing schedule is not enough if the roots are not able to benefit from the care and nutrients you&rsquo;re giving them. Even a lawn that&rsquo;s already healthy can benefit from aeration because the more air that circulates around the roots, the stronger and healthier it will grow. </p></div>

Q: What happens if you don't aerate your lawn?

• <div><p>When you don&rsquo;t aerate your lawn, the soil will become more compact over time. This limits how much water can soak in to reach the roots of your grass, and it keeps oxygen and carbon dioxide from the plant roots. This can limit grass growth, which may sound great for limiting mowing, but it also leads to a lawn full of grass that looks dull and sparse. Eventually, compacted soil can weaken grass, while also making it more vulnerable to pests, diseases, and erosion and even causing it to die off.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2013
Ihad 2 other companies come and check the well. One charged me 75 for parts. They said the control box needed replacing. 75 for parts and 120 for the service call. I was dumbfounded when it did not function and they then said the pump needed replacement and would cost 4,500.00. They were...
Desert Oasis Well & Water Systems, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2011
I called Raindrops when I had problems with my irrigation system in my new home (not installed by Raindrops). We've experienced freezing weather and my sprinkler system began to leak and freeze. I called to inquire about the brand of sprinkler system and found that Raindrops didn't sell the...
Raindrops Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2013
The actual process took a little longer than anticipated, but we are so happy with the results. It has been a year now since the work was done, and we have never regretted the time and expense that went into this project.
Bagwell Builders
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Reviewed in July 2017
Isiah was very professional and helpful. He priced the job and since he was a professional, I asked him to select the correct paint which I picked up at the store so I could put it on my credit card. Since I sleep most of the day, he scheduled the job so he wouldn't be making noise near my...
Lyons Handyman Yard Service
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Reviewed in March 2014
Contacted us the same day as our call was placed. Came out the same day as called and gave us a more than fair price.Was available the next day to do the stump grinding. Worked around our schedule to get the job done. Was very trustworthy. Gave us some very good advice on three other trees on...
Champion Trees
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Reviewed in November 2008
Everything went very smoothly, the first day involved removing large rocks from the yard and placing edging in areas to be zeros caped, rock was placed the first day. The second day the retaining wall for the garden and flowerbed areas were placed and and backfilled with soil. Trenches for the...
BLUE WALLY CONSTRUCTION LLC
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Reviewed in August 2011
They did a great job, including price and workmanship. The last company that they came out before them was twice as much, and did not do nearly as good of a job. Anything sprinkler was also very thorough about how to use my system as well.
Anything Sprinkler
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Reviewed in August 2012
Initial contact didn't go smoothly. He failed to show for initial scheduled appointment. He called and apologized and we re-scheduled. After that he was always here when expected. Once the job was scheduled the project moved along in a timely manner. During the project they discovered there...
Oasis Landscaping Contr LLC
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Reviewed in July 2018
David called just before the scheduled time to tell me on of his guys had been in an accident and he needed to reschedule for the next day. No show/NO call the next day. Same story the following day. I called David numerous times with no call back! Finally Matt came and did a very professional...
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