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      The most important benefit of lawn aeration is that it allows the soil to breathe – this is done by pulling cores of soil and poking holes throughout the turf. Aeration also alleviates compaction caused by foot traffic, vehicle traffic, snow build up, etc. De-compacting the soil increases air flow, which in turn allows vital nutrients and water to penetrate down to the root zone. During the spring and fall is best, but you can also aerate after heavy snows, or if certain areas of the turf receive a lot of foot traffic. Tight, compact soil can choke the life out of grass, and starve it of food and water sources. This is easily identified if you have bare spots or areas of patchy, thinning, or discolored grass and even some drainage issues. A properly aerated lawn will also help to reduce the buildup of thatch (excess build up of decaying plant material) in your lawn which can smother young grass and harbor pests. Lawn aeration helps prevent weeds by loosening the soil and not allowing pesky undesirable plants to take hold, with the goal of new seeds or existing grass simply crowding them out. Aerating a lawn is an all organic and inexpensive way to improve the quality of your turf and the soil itself. Grass roots will be strengthened, your lawn will be a more vibrant green, and it can even help improve its resistance to insects, drought, and diseases.