Soil Renovation

Fix the Soil.
Build a Better Lawn.

Compacted clay and depleted soil can hold back even a well-fertilized lawn.

Two Ways to Rebuild Your Soil

$500 minimum · Standard pricing up to 5,000 sq ft

Surface Soil Refresh

$0.35

/ sq ft

4,000 sq ft ≈ $1,400

Premium topdressing for better soil at the surface.

  • Compost + sand Turf Mix
  • Full-lawn topdressing
  • Organic matter boost
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Soil Builder

$0.50

/ sq ft

4,000 sq ft ≈ $2,000

Our complete root-zone renovation.

  • Everything in Surface Refresh
  • Core Aeration
  • Carbon Pro-G
  • Organic Soil Amendment
  • Balanced Turf Nutrition
  • TX GrassRX Soil Conditioning

Lawn over 5,000 sq ft? Larger properties are custom quoted based on material, equipment & project logistics.

Package rates shown above apply to lawns up to 5,000 sq ft.

Soil Renovation Is the Starting Point

Great soil can be improved in a day. A great lawn is built over time.

Soil renovation addresses compaction, organic matter and the root-zone environment. It does not replace ongoing fertility, weed control, disease management, proper irrigation or good mowing practices. For homeowners who want TX GrassRX to manage the lawn after renovation, ongoing Lawn Management is available separately.

DAY 1

Renovate the soil

NEXT 3–12 MONTHS

Build density & improve turf

ONGOING

Protect & maintain

Not sure which package fits your lawn?
Text us for a free recommendation.

Why Renovate the Soil?

Most St. Augustine lawns in Conroe & The Woodlands struggle for the same three reasons.

Compaction

Roots struggle to expand.

Low Organic Matter

Poor nutrient and moisture retention.

Poor Water Movement

Water runs off or doesn't penetrate evenly.

We attack all three.

AerateAmendFeedCondition
The Short Answer

Most St. Augustine lawn problems in the Houston area start with compacted clay and low organic matter, not a lack of fertilizer. TX GrassRX rebuilds the soil with core aeration, compost topdressing, and carbon amendments, with a $500 project minimum.

Reviewed by the TX GrassRX team · Reviewed on September 2, 2026

How Soil Builder Works

The complete root-zone renovation, step by step.

1

Aerate

Core aeration opens the soil profile, relieves compaction, and lets oxygen, water, and nutrients reach the root zone.

2

Amend

Premium Turf Mix (compost + sand) topdressing, Carbon Pro-G, and organic chicken manure add organic matter, carbon, and nutrients.

3

Feed

A balanced fertility feed supports recovery and pushes turf growth as the soil wakes back up.

4

Condition

Our humic/fulvic TX GrassRX Soil Spray conditions the soil and improves nutrient availability, then we redistribute and smooth the surface.

Custom Work
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Sod Installation

Every sod project is different. Prep requirements, grading, tear-out, and soil condition all affect scope. We quote on-site — not by the square foot.

Most St. Augustine sod pallets cover approximately 400 sq ft.

We also handle smaller patch repairs and partial lawn replacements. In many cases, material ordering and delivery thresholds make projects near half-pallet size practical as well.

"Often paired with a soil renovation package for a stronger, longer-lasting result."

What To Expect

2–4 Weeks

  • Better color
  • Stronger growth
  • Improved drainage

60–90 Days

  • Denser turf
  • Deeper roots
  • Healthier lawn

Results keep improving as soil biology strengthens over time.

Ready to upgrade your soil?

We'll evaluate your lawn and build a custom plan.