In the Quad Cities area, we recommend aerating during the peak growing seasons - either early spring or fall. Fall is particularly effective because it gives your lawn time to recover and strengthen before winter sets in. The specific timing depends on weather conditions and your lawn's particular needs. We carefully monitor local conditions to ensure we're aerating at the optimal time for best results. Contact us to discuss the ideal timing for your lawn's aeration service.

Most Bettendorf lawns benefit from annual aeration, especially those with heavy clay soil or high traffic areas. Properties with sandy soil might only need aeration every other year. As a local company with over 25 years of combined experience, we can evaluate your soil type and lawn conditions to recommend the right frequency for your specific situation. Give us a call to schedule a lawn evaluation and get our professional recommendation.

Common signs include water pooling after rain, patchy grass growth, and soil that feels hard to the touch. If you can't easily stick a screwdriver into your soil, that's another good indicator that aeration would help. Many Quad Cities properties have dense clay soil that naturally compacts over time, making regular aeration essential for maintaining a healthy lawn. Contact our team if you're noticing any of these signs - we'll assess your lawn's needs and recommend appropriate solutions.

Absolutely! We often pair aeration with overseeding for maximum benefit, as the holes created by aeration provide perfect conditions for seed germination. We also recommend combining aeration with our fertilization program to help nutrients reach the root zone more effectively. Since we're a full-service lawn care company, we can create a comprehensive treatment plan that includes all the services your lawn needs. Reach out to learn about our service packages and current promotions.

We recommend waiting at least 7 days before mowing your newly aerated lawn. This gives the soil cores time to break down and any new seed (if you've chosen to overseed) time to establish. If you're enrolled in our regular mowing service, we'll automatically adjust the schedule to ensure proper timing. Let us know if you have any questions about post-aeration lawn care.

Within a few weeks of aeration, you'll notice improved water absorption and reduced puddling after rain. Over the next few months, you should see stronger grass growth, fewer bare patches, and a generally healthier lawn. Our customers typically report that their lawns become more resilient to drought and heavy rain after regular aeration. Want to see these results in your lawn? Contact us to schedule your aeration service.

The clay-heavy soils common in Bettendorf naturally compact over time, especially with regular foot traffic and our freeze-thaw cycles. This compaction makes it difficult for water, air, and nutrients to reach grass roots. Aeration creates pathways for these essential elements to penetrate the soil, promoting deeper root growth and a healthier lawn. Since 2014, we've been helping Quad Cities homeowners improve their lawns through professional aeration services. Ready to get started? Give us a call to schedule your service.