I get this question a lot — usually from homeowners who’ve already called around and gotten a bunch of vague answers. So I’m going to be straight with you and tell you exactly what I charge, how I figure out the price, and what you’re actually getting when you book core aeration with me.
My name is Ryan Lingenfelter. I run Cutting Edge Lawn & Landscaping out of Garson, Ontario, and I’ve been doing lawn care across Greater Sudbury since 2020. Core aeration is one of the most popular services I offer every spring and late summer — and for good reason.
My Core Aeration Pricing in Sudbury
I start core aeration at $49 for a standard residential lawn. The final price depends on a few things — mainly the size of your lawn, how compacted the soil is, and whether you want to add overseeding at the same time.
Here’s a rough breakdown to give you a ballpark:
- Small lawn (under 2,000 sq ft): Starting at $49
- Medium lawn (2,000–5,000 sq ft): $75–$120
- Large lawn (5,000+ sq ft): Quoted individually — give me a call
- Add overseeding: Extra charge depending on lawn size and seed type
The best way to get an exact number? Just request a free quote. I’ll come out, take a look at your property, and give you a real price — no guessing, no surprises.
What Is Core Aeration and Why Does Your Lawn Need It?
Core aeration is the process of pulling small plugs — or “cores” — of soil out of your lawn. That’s it. But the results? Huge difference.
Sudbury soil tends to get compacted fast, especially with our freeze-thaw cycles and heavy clay. When soil gets too tight, water, air, and nutrients can’t get down to the roots where they’re needed. Your grass ends up thin, stressed, and more vulnerable to disease and drought.
When I pull those cores out, I’m decompressing the soil. I’m creating channels so your roots can actually breathe and spread. The cores I pull get left on the surface — they break down on their own and act like a light top dressing. It’s a clean process, and it does a lot of good.
Here’s what core aeration does for your lawn:
- Reduces soil compaction
- Improves root density and strength
- Increases water absorption and reduces puddling
- Helps break down thatch
- Increases fertilizer uptake
- Improves drought and stress tolerance
- Helps prevent lawn disease
- Improves air exchange between soil layers
If your lawn looks tired, thin, or patchy — there’s a good chance compacted soil is part of the problem. (Not sure if you’re dealing with compaction, moss, or dead grass? I wrote a full breakdown on how to tell the difference in a Sudbury yard.)
Best Time to Aerate Your Lawn in Sudbury
In Sudbury, I recommend aerating in early spring or late summer/early fall. Those are the windows when your grass is actively growing and can recover quickly from the stress of aeration. Aerating in the dead of summer heat or frozen ground is a waste of time and money.
Spring aeration is great if your lawn took a beating over winter and needs a boost heading into the growing season. Fall aeration — usually late August into September — is my personal favourite timing. The soil is warm, the temperatures are cooling down, and if you overseed at the same time, the new seed has ideal conditions to germinate and establish before winter.
Should You Combine Aeration with Overseeding?
Short answer: yes, if your lawn has thin or bare patches.
Overseeding right after core aeration is one of the best things you can do for your lawn. Those open holes from the aeration give the seed direct contact with the soil. Germination rates are noticeably better, and the new grass fills in those patchy spots much more effectively than just throwing seed on a compacted surface. If you’re not sure whether those bare patches are dead grass or something else like moss, this article will help you figure it out before you start.
I offer overseeding as an add-on when you book aeration. If you’re going to do one, it honestly makes sense to do both while I’m already on your property. It saves you money on a return visit, and your lawn benefits more from the combination than from either service alone.
What Areas Do I Cover?
I service all of Greater Sudbury, including:
- Sudbury
- Garson
- Val Caron
- Hanmer
- Lively
- Chelmsford
- Azilda
- Capreol
If you’re not sure whether I cover your area, just call or message me — I’m happy to let you know.
How to Book Core Aeration with Me
Booking is easy. You can:
- Call or text me directly: 705-507-6787
- Request a free quote online through my website
I’ll get back to you quickly, give you an honest price, and get you on the schedule. I’m licensed and insured, I show up when I say I will, and I do the work properly. That’s the deal every time.
If you’ve been putting off aerating your lawn because you weren’t sure about the cost — now you know. Start at $49, and I’ll give you a straight number for your specific property. No pressure, no upsell nonsense. Just good lawn care from someone who takes it seriously.
Give me a call. Let’s get your lawn breathing again.
— Ryan Lingenfelter
Owner, Cutting Edge Lawn & Landscaping
Garson, Ontario | 705-507-6787
