Core Aeration & Overseeding in Snellville, GA

Gwinnett's heavy red clay compacts hard, choking roots and shedding water and fertilizer. Core (plug) aeration is the only practical fix — we pull thousands of soil cores so air, water and nutrients reach the root zone.

Timing Is Everything (and Grass-Specific)

• Tall fescue: aerate and overseed in September–October — the only window that establishes new seed before frost. Spring seeding fails in our summers.
• Bermuda & Zoysia: aerate during active summer growth (late May–July) so the lawn fills the holes quickly; these spread on their own and aren't overseeded.

Overseeding Fescue

Thin, summer-worn fescue is renovated by core aerating, broadcasting a turf-type tall fescue blend at 6–8 lbs per 1,000 sq ft, and starting it with a phosphorus-rich starter fertilizer. Germination follows in 7–14 days.

Pricing

Core aeration runs from $120 for smaller lots; aeration plus fall fescue overseeding is typically $185–$350 by size. One aeration per year is enough for most Snellville clay soils.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I aerate my lawn in Snellville?

Aerate warm-season grasses (Bermuda, Zoysia) in late spring to summer during active growth. Aerate tall fescue in September–October, paired with overseeding before the first frost.

Should I overseed Bermuda or Zoysia?

No. Bermuda and Zoysia spread by runners and fill in on their own, so they aren't overseeded. Overseeding is for tall fescue, which is a bunch grass that thins out and needs replenishing each fall.

Why does my Gwinnett lawn need aeration?

Our red clay compacts quickly, which suffocates roots and causes water and fertilizer to run off. Core aeration relieves that compaction so the lawn can actually use what you put down.

How much does aeration and overseeding cost in Snellville?

Core aeration starts around $120; aeration plus fall fescue overseeding usually runs $185–$350 depending on lot size.