Give Your Grass the Breath of Fresh Air It Needs
Fall is prime time for lawn care in the South, especially if you want a healthy, vibrant yard next spring. One of the best things you can do for your lawn right now is aerate it, but if you’re not sure how or when to do it, we’ve got you covered.
Let’s break down why aerating your lawn matters, how it works, and the simple tools you can rent to make the job easy.
What Lawn Aeration Actually Does
Over time, your lawn’s soil becomes compacted from foot traffic, mowers, pets, and even rainfall. That compression makes it hard for air, water, and nutrients to reach your grass’s root system. Aeration loosens things back up.
By pulling out small plugs of soil, a core aerator opens pathways so oxygen and moisture can reach deeper into the ground. The result? Stronger roots, better water absorption, and thicker, greener grass.
You can rent a professional-grade core aerator anytime through our equipment rentals page or directly through our online rental portal.
Why Fall Is the Best Time to Aerate
Aeration is most effective when your grass is actively growing. For cool-season grasses like fescue, fall is ideal. It’s when the roots are regenerating after summer stress. Aerating now gives them a boost before winter sets in.
You’ll also get better results if you overseed or fertilize right after aerating. The open soil plugs make it easier for seeds and nutrients to settle in, which means faster germination and stronger growth by spring.
Signs Your Lawn Needs Aeration
Not sure if your lawn could benefit? Look for these signs:
- Water puddles after rain instead of soaking in
- Grass looks thin or patchy, even after fertilizing
- Soil feels hard or dry underfoot
- Roots only grow 1–2 inches deep when you pull up a small section
If that sounds like your yard, it’s definitely time to aerate.
The Right Tools for the Job
You don’t need to buy expensive equipment to aerate your lawn. Action Rentals has you covered. Rent a professional-grade core aerator for the day and tackle your yard in a few hours.
Our team can walk you through how to use it safely and effectively, and help you choose any other lawn care equipment you might need for the season, like overseeders, dethatchers, or leaf blowers.
Make Fall Lawn Care Simple
Don’t let compacted soil stand between you and a lush, healthy lawn. Aerating now will set your grass up for stronger growth come spring—and Action Rentals makes it easy to get the right tools for the job.
Stop by our store, call us at 423-894-0644, or email info@actionrentals.com to reserve your aerator today.
Or skip the line and book your rental online anytime.