Core aeration is a great way to improve the health of your lawn, but it's important to prepare it for this process to ensure it gets the most out of it. Before your lawn in New Jersey is aerated, you'll want to mow it shorter than usual and water it 1-2 days before, though you'll want to avoid overwatering it. You'll also want to mark anything that could be damaged during the process, like sprinkler heads or underground obstacles. Lastly, you'll want to remove any debris or obstructions from your lawn. By following these steps, you can ensure your lawn is ready to be aerated.

Mow your lawn shorter than usual before it's aerated.

Lawn being mowed by a push mower in Westfield, NJ.

One of the things you'll want to do to prepare your lawn for core aeration is to mow it shorter than usual. This is because the cores of soil that will be pulled out of the ground are only a few inches long. If your grass is too tall, it can prevent the aerator from reaching the soil and pulling out the cores. By mowing your lawn shorter than usual, you can help ensure the aerator can reach the soil and pull out the cores, resulting in a successful aeration process.

Core aeration is a mechanical process that involves removing small cores of soil from your lawn to alleviate compaction and improve the flow of resources to the roots.

Water your lawn 1-2 days before it's aerated.

Another thing you'll want to do to prepare your lawn for core aeration is to water it 1-2 days before it's scheduled to be aerated. This is because the aerator will have an easier time pulling out the cores if the soil is moist. However, you'll want to avoid overwatering your lawn. If the soil is too wet, the aerator can sink into the ground and cause damage to your lawn. To avoid this, you'll want to water your lawn enough so that the soil is moist, but not too much to ensure it won't sink due to heavy weight.

Mark anything that could be damaged during the core aeration process.

Before your lawn is aerated, you'll want to mark anything that could be damaged during the process. This includes things like sprinkler heads, underground obstacles, landscape lighting, invisible fence components, and anything else that could be damaged by the aerator. By marking these things, you can help ensure the aerator operator knows where they are and can avoid them, reducing the risk of damage to your property. Taking a few minutes to clearly mark these areas before the service can help the process go smoothly and protect important features throughout your lawn.

Remove debris and obstructions from your lawn before it's aerated.

The last thing you'll want to do to prepare your lawn for core aeration is to remove any debris or obstructions from your lawn. This includes things like sticks, rocks, and other debris that could get in the way of the aerator. By removing these things, you can help ensure the aerator can move freely across your lawn and pull out the cores without any issues.

Give us a call today to schedule our core aeration service.

If you want to help your lawn reach its full potential, you'll want to schedule our core aeration service. You can also pair this with our overseeding service to enhance the density of your lawn and fill in bare spots. At Stream Line Lawn & Landscape, we offer these services to residential and commercial property owners in Westfield, Watchung, Warren, and throughout the surrounding areas in New Jersey. Give us a call at (833) 452-9666 to schedule our core aeration service today!