Depending on depth, scarifying procedures are performed for the following reasons:

• To maintain surface grade
• Scarify and restore smooth playing surface
• Loosen heavily compacted soils as needed
• Mix soil amendments through the infield skin profile
• Provide better resiliency

Deep Spiking and Mixing Procedure:

• Most effective when infield soils have uniform moisture.
• Have enough weight or down pressure for maximum penetration (greater than one inch in depth).
• Keep unit clear of soil buildup on spikes.
• Crosscut and vary spiking pattern to avoid waves.