Lawn aeration is an overlooked, but simple and effective way ofmaintaining a beautiful lawn. The need for lawn aeration is basic:as grass grows the roots become compact and dense. If they becomestoo compacted, oxygen and nutrients cannot move around the dirt andreach the whole root system. The aeration process punches smallholes (about three to four inches deep) throughout the lawn. Theholes allow water, oxygen, and nutrients to reach the whole rootsystem easily. This results in a healthier, stronger, and greenerlawn (often with fewer weeds too!).Home owners can pay lawn companies to aerate their lawn or theycan do it themselves. Prices vary depending on where location andlawn size, but professionals often charge $50-$100. For $20-$30anyone can purchase a hand-held tool that has four prong