DIY Lawn Renovation in Mildura: Dethatch, Aerate & Top Dress Like a Pro

Is your lawn looking tired, dry, patchy, spongy or compacted? Spring is the perfect time to give it a fresh start— At DIY Equipment Hire Mildura, we make lawn renovation easy with professional-grade rental gear that anyone can use. Whether you're tackling thatch buildup, compacted soil, or uneven turf, our dethatcher, aerator, and ECO250 top soil spreader are here to help.

🔧 Step 1: Dethatching – Clear the Way for Growth

Thatch is the layer of dead grass and roots that builds up between your lawn and the soil. Too much thatch blocks water, nutrients, and air from reaching the roots.

Lawn dethatching in action

DIY Tip: Rent our powerful lawn dethatcher to slice through thatch and lift it out. It’s fast, effective, and easy to operate—even for first-timers.

Figure 1:Lawn thatch

🌬️ Step 2: Aerating – Let Your Lawn Breathe

Compacted soil prevents roots from growing deep and strong. Aerating punches holes into the soil, allowing air, water, and nutrients to flow freely.Core aeration machine

DIY Tip: Our plug-style aerator is available for hire and perfect for Mildura’s clay-heavy soils. Just run it over your lawn like a mower—no special skills required.                                                  

Figure 2 Lawn Coring

🌿 Step 3: Top Dressing – Feed and Level Your Lawn

Top dressing with compost or sandy loam improves soil structure, levels uneven areas, and boosts turf health. Our ECO250 top dresser makes this step a breeze.

                                           

    Figure 3 Top dressing with our ECO250 top dresser                                                  

DIY Tip: The ECO250 top soil spreader is self-propelled and designed for even coverage. It’s ideal for spreading topsoil, compost, or sand—no wheelbarrows or rakes needed.

💡 Why DIY?

• ✅ Save money on water, fertiliser

• ✅ Use premium equipment without the upfront cost

• ✅ Enjoy the satisfaction of doing it yourself

• ✅ Perfect for weekend warriors, property owners, landscapers and gardeners

📍 Ready to Renovate?

Visit our website DIY Equipment Hire Mildura to rent your lawn dethatcher, aerator, and topdresser. Our team will show you how to use each tool safely and effectively. With the right gear, anyone can achieve a lush, healthy lawn—no green thumb required.