Who Should I Hire to Aerate My Lawn?

This article was created using automation technology and thoroughly fact-checked and edited by HomeAdvisor Editor Ryan Noonan.

If you’re wondering who to hire to aerate your lawn, choose a local lawn aeration company or a lawn maintenance pro. These providers understand local timing and use liquid, core, or spike aeration so your soil gets the airflow it needs for stronger roots and greener grass. 

Use this hiring guide to discover the benefits of hiring an experienced pro and book with confidence.

Benefits of Hiring a Local Lawn Aeration Company for Aeration

Hiring a local lawn aeration company delivers a job well done without learning new tools or techniques. Pros finish faster than DIY and make scheduling easy because the work happens outside and does not require you to be home. They also understand local timing and recommend the right method for your lawn’s condition.

Some of the top perks of booking a local lawn aeration company include:

• Experience with liquid, core, and spike aeration methods

• Efficient completion from repeated, professional practice

• Method selection matched to lawn condition

• No need to rent or learn equipment

• Flexible scheduling with outdoor-only access

• Familiar with local lawn maintenance timing

• Option to add seeding and fertilizing services

• Clear answers to project-specific questions

• Faster booking during peak seasons

• Results supported by ongoing care guidance

Can I Hire a Handyperson for Lawn Aeration?

A handyperson can handle many projects, but always confirm lawn care is in their skillset before hiring for aeration. A good handyperson will state whether they can do the work and may refer you to a specialist if not. Local lawn aeration companies stay in tune with regional schedules and often complete the job sooner. The trade-off is versatile help versus uncertain aeration expertise and timing. 

If you want to ensure the job is done efficiently, you might want to consider hiring a lawn aeration pro near you for the best results.

How Do Lawn Pros Aerate Lawns?

Lawn pros use liquid, core, or spike aeration based on soil compaction and overall lawn health. Liquid builds benefits over time, core removes plugs for faster relief, and spike creates holes without removing soil. 

The standard aeration process is as follows:

• Assess lawn condition to choose liquid, core, or spike aeration

  • Liquid: Distribute solution evenly with a garden pump; effects build with each dose

  • Core: Use manual or tow-behind equipment to remove soil plugs and create air pathways

  • Spike: Press spikes into soil to make holes; can further compact soil if the lawn needs more TLC

• Schedule before or after the growing season; book early due to peak demand

• Support results with ongoing mowing, watering, and fertilizing

How Much Does Lawn Aeration Cost?

The average cost to aerate a 10,000-square-foot yard is $175. Expect to pay $45 for basic service, and $160 or more when adding seeding and fertilizing. The method also affects price, with liquid aeration costing $80 to $150, core running from $75 to $250, and spike ranging from $40 to $250. Liquid applications can require multiple doses, increasing cost, while core aeration is done once a year.