Fertilization, Weed & Grub Control

For years, we’ve been known for lawn restoration services using mechanical core aeration and dethatching. We mastered those services and delivered exceptional results—but we also saw the downsides: plugs, debris, recovery time, and lawns that still struggled in the same weak areas. That’s what pushed us to go deeper and build a more complete restoration system focused on the root cause.

Turf & Soil Reborn™ combines MicroCore™ Aeration and EcoDethatching™ into a single system designed to restore your lawn from the root up—without tearing it apart.

Unlike mechanical aeration, which only impacts 30–40% of the surface, MicroCore™ works across 100% of your lawn, creating thousands of microscopic channels throughout the root zone. EcoDethatching™ simultaneously breaks down excess thatch and converts it into usable nutrients instead of removing it.

The result: improved oxygen flow, better water absorption, stronger roots, and thicker, more resilient turf.

This is not “liquid aeration.” Most products marketed that way rely on humic acids or basic nutrient blends that offer minimal long-term impact. Our system uses active, living biology that breaks down thatch and improves soil structure at a deeper level.

For severely damaged lawns—grubs, heavy compaction, extreme thatch, or poor growing conditions—we offer MicroCore MAX Aeration + MAX Dethatch, a higher-strength treatment tailored to restore even the most stressed lawns.

What Homeowners Notice:

• Thick, green grass that lasts (not a quick fertilizer green-up)
• Better water penetration and moisture balance - Huge water bill savings!
• Stronger, deeper roots and improved stress tolerance
• More efficient nutrient uptake and better response to fertilization
• No plugs, no torn turf, no long recovery window

For Maximum Results:

For the most dramatic transformation, pair Turf & Soil Reborn™ with overseeding and our TurfCell™ application to thicken the lawn fast while the soil is being restored. For best long-term performance, we strongly recommend enrolling in our fertilization program, where each treatment is designed to support and fuel the improvements created by Turf & Soil Reborn™. To protect the results, our professional lawn care maintenance plan (mowing height, sharp blades, and strategic mowing patterns and techniques) keeps turf dense and healthy, reduces stress and weeds, and helps maintain the upgraded soil structure.

Request a quote and we’ll include detailed information inside your proposal so you can see exactly what’s included and why this system delivers superior, longer-lasting results than any mechanical method.

Thin, patchy lawns don’t need quick fixes — they need the right seed, planted the right way. At Captain’s Cleanup, over-seeding isn’t just tossing seed on the ground. It’s a precision process based on evaluation and quality.

Why Our Seed Is Different

Many companies buy bulk grass seed stored in large bins, often loaded with fillers and even weed seed. That’s not what we put on your lawn. We use only premium, golf-course-grade seed blends — professional varieties selected for purity, germination strength, and resilience. The result is thicker, healthier turf that looks as good as it performs.

Customized to Your Lawn

Every property is different. We begin with a lawn evaluation to determine soil type, sun exposure, and grass variety. From there, we choose the best blend for your yard, ensuring new growth integrates seamlessly with your existing turf.

Timing Matters in Michigan

Over-seeding delivers the best results in spring and fall, when cooler temperatures and consistent moisture allow new seedlings to establish strong roots. Over-seeding outside these windows can be done but only with added care such as additional watering to minimize the risks of poor germination and weaker turf.

Building Long-Term Results

For maximum benefit, over-seeding is paired with:

• Turf & Soil Reborn™ combines MicroCore Aeration, EcoDethatching, delivering live micro organisms, powerful nutrients and, soil conditioning in one integrated treatment designed to restore performance from the ground up—without tearing up healthy turf. The results are amazing and by far the best aeration and dethatching method and long term value for your turf. 
• TurfCell™ Biological Treatment – feeding new seedlings and established turf with beneficial micronutrients, boosting seed germination and feeding your entire lawn with powerful beneficial nutrients it needs. 

Together, these services don’t just fill in thin spots — they rebuild your lawn into a dense, resilient turf system that stands strong season after season.

Most fertilizers marketed as “starter” or “bloom boosters” rely on quick release salts and acids and have very little micro-nutrients. These chemical blends create a quick green flush — but they bypass soil biology, stress young seedlings, disrupt microbes, and  

don’t provide balanced nutrition or lasting results.

Why TurfCell™ Is Different

Our exclusive biological micronutrient booster was designed by agronomists and horticulturists to accelerate germination, strengthen seedlings, and restore soil health. 

With a balanced nutrient profile and a complete micronutrient package, it provides the precise nutrition your lawn needs for stronger roots, healthier soil, and a greener, more resilient turf system. TurfCell™ gives your renovation the strongest possible start.

When added to Turf & Soil Reborn™ MicroCore Aeration & EcoDethatching  and over-seeding, TurfCell™:

• Improves germination rates and seedling survival
• Strengthens root growth and turf density
• Helps new grass outcompete weeds and resist stress
• Feeds soil microbes for better long-term fertility

Long-Term Results

Boost seed germination results with TurfCell™. Packed with slow-release nitrogen, balanced phosphorus and potassium, and essential micronutrients, TurfCell™ helps new grass establish quickly and fill in thicker.

And TurfCell™ isn’t just a one-time booster — it’s also available as part of our seasonal Fertilizer Treatment Program. With each application, TurfCell™ strengthens roots, improves nutrient absorption, and delivers a full spectrum of micronutrients (iron, zinc, manganese, boron, copper, and more) to keep your lawn performing at its best.

The result is a dense, resilient turf system that develops deeper roots, naturally resists weeds and disease, and stays greener and healthier season after season.

Upgrade your fertilizer plan to TurfCell™ and experience the difference of professional-grade nutrition based on science and biology designed for long-term lawn health.

Keep your plants, trees, gardens and shrubs safe year-round with Captain’s Cleanup’s Defend My Landscape Service Plan. Deer and rabbits may look harmless, but they can devastate landscapes by stripping bark, chewing tender plants and vegetables and damaging new growth. Our professional protection service stops the damage before it starts.

Why Our Service Works

• Professional-Grade Repellents – We use specialized organic formulas not sold in stores. This professional treatment is one of the most effective and long-lasting animal repellents on the professional market. It provides superior protection season after season.
• Dual Action Defense – Every treatment delivers two layers of protection:
• Safe & Eco-Conscious – Our repellents are organic, eco-friendly, non-staining, and free from harsh odors. Applications are plant-safe, pet-safe, and rain-resistant, bonding to leaves and bark for extended coverage. Many organic farms and orchards rely on this product.