Ultimately, whether you choose DIY or professional aeration, the investment is worth it. A well-aerated lawn is healthier, more resilient, and better equipped to handle environmental stresses. It's an essential part of lawn care that shouldn't be skipped.

If the soil is wet, you won't want to aerate it, as it can get quite muddy. However, you also want to make sure the soil isn't too dry either. It is typically suggested that you water a dry lawn between two days before and the evening before you aerate to ensure that the soil isn't rock hard.

To revitalize your grass, you may consider aerating and overseeding, or creating holes in your soil to plant fresh seedlings. In fact, when done correctly, aerating and overseeding can be extremely beneficial to the wellbeing of your turf.

Once 28 days have passed and the new seed has fully germinated, it's time to return to a regular watering schedule. We recommend watering 2-3 times each week. The total amount of water that should be applied weekly is 1″ 2″ dependent on the type of soil you have.