Yes, but the question is what percentage is sand and how much is clay. This can vary a great deal. As a lifelong gardener I can tell you that nothing is as simple as people think.

Great debate. Who knew. One thing I have to agree with is, when it comes to gardening, nothing is as simple as we think.

Seems to be going beyond debate.............................

Well, I am learning a lot I didn't know. And I thank all for taking the time to discuss this.

Adam Neusbaum does aeration. Plug aeration that is. Has his own business and does a fantastic job. Charges $69.00. His number is 1-855-WE-AERATE (1-855-932-3728) We had him do ours last year, as we do our own landscaping and needed someone to do this service, and we couldn't believe how many plugs were pulled out of our lawn. Down side of it was, we have dogs and couldn't figure our where we needed to pick up after them for about a week. hahaha

What is a plug?

Two main aerating tools exist — a spike aerator and a plug aerator. With a spike aerator, you simply use the tool to poke holes into the ground with a solid tine, or fork. Plug aerators remove a core or plug of grass and soil from the lawn. For the best results, use an aerating tool or machine that actually removes plugs of soil. Poking holes is less effective and can actually cause additional compaction in the areas around the holes.

Look for an aerating tool or machine that removes soil plugs approximately 2 — 3 inches deep and 0.5 — 0.75 inches in diameter, and about 2 — 3 inches apart. These machines can be rented from lawn and garden stores or home improvement centers. Always follow the directions provided by the store. You may want to consider sharing the rental cost with a neighbor who is interested in aerating the lawn.

Thanks for the full explanation.

Aerating is not the same as detaching which removes dead grass. Not sure you need to do either in Florida unless you are having fungus problems.

That's correct Bogie!! (as usual) LOL

We aerate
 

If you wish to aerate, we used Adam Neusbaum at 1-855 932-3728. GREAT job and very reasonable in cost - $69.00. Arrived on time and is very professional. :thumbup:

http://fyn.ifas.ufl.edu/materials/FY...ok_vSept09.pdf
Vast differences in soil composition exist in TV.
Look it up at the above site or search ifas. If you can't find the answer, contact your county extension agent who works for ifas.
I am in Gilchrist where the fill dirt is clay. some home sites were compacted additionally by construction vehicle traffic. These lawns sorely need aeration and addition of organic material. Scatter topsoil, black kow, and so on, and aerate. Just wearing cleats and clomping through the yard is helpful.