Core aeration is the process of perforating the soil, as well as any thatch layer that might exist. After doing so, small plugs of turf will be deposited on the surface of your lawn. They will breakdown and disappear within about 2 weeks. To accomplish this we use the machine chosen by most pros – the Turfco Ride-on Aerator. Lawn aeration allows water, air, fertilizer, and nutrients to reach the turf’s root zone where it can be fully utilized. Aeration promotes a healthy lawn by reducing soil compaction and reducing water run-off by allowing more moisture and nutrients to reach the roots efficiently. Think of lawn aeration as the equivalent of tilling your garden at the end of the season. Lawn aeration is often one of the most neglected processes of cultivating a healthy beautiful lawn. There is a reason golf course operators aerate like clockwork. Most experts recommend aerating your lawn at least annually.