Lawn Aerator

Over time, your lawn gets very dense and compacted, due to regular traffic. This leaves the grass thin and matted, not to mention prohibiting the amount of moisture to grass and plant life.

To avoid this, a lawn aerator allows soil exposure to air and greater penetration of water and seed. There are a few different types of lawn aerators, spanning a range of costs, ease of operation, and the lawn's need for aeration.

Larger areas, such as parks or big yards, may need a core or plug aerator. These large units actually core your lawn and leave noticeable holes. While highly effective, plug aerators may be too much for personal lawns.

Simpler and cheaper spiked lawn aerators are better suited to average sized lawns. These resemble push mowers but are heavier to allow better penetration into the soil. For healthy lawns, aerating shoes may be all that is needed. They strap on your shoes and can contribute to a lush lawn as you walk around.

For more information on how a lawn aerator can work for you, read the articles below.