Dethatching is the process of removing thatch from the lawn. Thatch is a combination of organic and inorganic matter that builds up over the topmost layer of your grass. It generally consists of ...

Early spring may feel like the right moment to refresh your yard, but dethatching is rarely the first task Southern lawns ...

When's the last time you checked under the "hood" of your lawn? Thatch, the layer of organic debris under the lawn's surface, is a normal component of a healthy lawn, but if it gets too thick, it can ...

Experts agree that lawn aeration is one of the best ways to refresh tired or struggling turfgrass. Not only does it relieve compaction from seasons of foot traffic—both humans and pets—but it also ...

We've already explained that aeration breaks up compacted soil, providing better air circulation and drainage. Dethatching, on the other hand, removes excess thatch (decaying or dead organic materials ...

Q: s it OK to thatch my lawn now? This summer our lawn had lots of dry spots and we were told it has a thatch buildup. After getting a bid on the job, we have decided to rent a thatching rake and do ...