Is dethatching more important than aerating?

• <div><p>No. Both processes are important for a healthy yard and work toward a similar goal, although dethatching serves a slightly different purpose. Making sure the thatch doesn’t grow too thick prevents other lawn problems, such as attracting pests if the plant decay layer gets too big. Aeration puts less strain on your lawn than dethatching, but both are of equal importance.</p></div>

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Q: How can I keep my lawn looking healthy?

• <div><p>There are several best practices you can do to keep your lawn looking healthy. Knowing <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/water-lawn-hot-weather.htm">when to water grass</a> is among the most important. Having your sprinkler timer set to early morning is best because it gives your grass and plants enough time to absorb water before the sun and wind can evaporate it. To maximize a sprinkler&rsquo;s impact, aerate your lawn once or twice per year. Doing this achieves better absorption and stronger root systems for your grass.</p></div>

Q: Can you hydroseed over old grass?

• <div><p>Hydroseeding over an existing lawn is possible, but certain adjustments are necessary since the process is for bare soil. Hydroseed mix is usually very thick, which helps protect the seeds during germination. If you have existing grass on your site and still want to hydroseed, it's better to use a finer <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/choosing-right-mulch-your-garden.htm">mulch mixture</a> when spraying. A finer mulch mix means the seeds can root into existing soil without suffocating the existing grass.</p></div>

Q: Why is my buffalo grass turning brown?

• <div><p>Buffalo grass starts to turn brown when encountering drought during the normal growing season. You can water the grass when you begin to notice some browning to prevent it from going dormant. Additionally, buffalo grass turns brown after the first freeze of late autumn or early winter, and this is a natural time for the grass to go dormant.</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>

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Last update on November 01, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
They did 2 of our neighbors fences, extremely unprofessional, plugged in to MY house WHY?? You arent working at my house. They also ruined the neighbors lawn, WHY?? he wasnt getting a fence built either.
The Fence Company
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Reviewed in November 2024
Mike does an amazing job on our lawn. He's dependable and was very passionate about making sure I was a satisfied customer. 10/10 would definitely recommend.
Big Mike and Kids Landscaping LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
There is no guessing with service. Rudy follows up if schedule is hectic, weather, issues, etc. Lawn always looks perfect and he is so polite and helpful with suggestions on how to maintain the yard. I always recommend when asked about lawn services in Sumter. One less thing to worry about...
Rudy's Mowing & More
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Reviewed in December 2022
Very impressive team! Cleaned lawn at the end of each day. Delivered more than expected.
SouthScapes Enterprises, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2017
We asked Dave to take care of cutting our lawn on a short notice and he took care of the lawn for us as promised. We were so pleased we asked Dave to continue maintaining the lawn. Price was very reasonable.
Greene's Lawn Care
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Reviewed in May 2015
lBecause of existing solid clay soil , poor lawn condition and flooding after heavy rain we realized we needed professional assistance. We received 4 estimates prior to this Company. Some of these estimate were not prompt and most were higher in cost. Scheduled job several weeks in...
Hatchell Landscape LLC
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Reviewed in July 2011
(see above) ..also forgot to add that the climber asked if I knew how to roll a joint and noticed at the end of the job when the trucks were long gone that oil from the Bobcat used to load the tree trunks, leaked across the lawn. Tim and company are 180 degrees from professional.
Tim's Tree Service
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