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Lawn Care in Bakersfield, CA

Compare 10 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $45–$78.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Bakersfield

  1. 1.BG Landscape & Masonry Services

    4.8★ (47 reviews)

    4.8★ from 47 reviews

    +16612055565Website

  2. 2.LawnStarter

    4.3★ (31 reviews)

    4.3★ from 31 reviews

    +16615351710Website

  3. 3.C&S Lawn Care

    4.8★ (21 reviews)

    4.8★ from 21 reviews

    +16615734017Website

  4. 4.Lawn Love Lawn Care of Bakersfield

    4.2★ (31 reviews)

    4.2★ from 31 reviews

    +16615785327Website

  5. 5.Alan Jack Lawn Service

    3.9★ (26 reviews)

    3.9★ from 26 reviews

    +16612136226Website

  6. 6.Green365 Lawn Care

    4.4★ (14 reviews)

    4.4★ from 14 reviews

    +16612479767

  7. 7.Dixon’s Lawn Services and Maintenance

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +16614890080Website

  8. 8.Advanced Universal Services

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    Website

  9. 9.Valley Lawn Services

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16613981843Website

  10. 10.New Image Lawn Care

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16612043837

Lawn Care Cost in Bakersfield

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Bakersfield
Weekly mowing$45–$78/visit
Fertilization$67–$134/application
Aeration$112–$224/job

Lawn Care prices in Bakersfield run about 12% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 10 companies serving Bakersfield, rated 4.6★ on average across 177 customer reviews.

Bakersfield Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Bakersfield's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
January 28
First fall frost
December 12
Annual precipitation
6.47"
Heating degree days
2,173
Cooling degree days
2,259
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan39.3°56.2°1.16"
Feb42.4°62.8°1.24"
Mar46.5°68.7°1.21"
Apr50.2°75°0.52"
May57.5°83.5°0.18"
Jun64.2°90.9°0.08"
Jul70.5°97.1°-77.77"
Aug69°95.8°0.04"
Sep64°90°0.08"
Oct55°79.4°0.3"
Nov44.6°65.7°0.64"
Dec39°56.6°1.02"

NOAA station data 5.69 miles from Bakersfield.

Permits & Regulations in CA

No permit typically required

  • Landscaping work over $1,000 in combined labor and materials requires a CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license
  • Applying pesticides or herbicides for hire requires separate licensing through the Department of Pesticide Regulation
  • Many California water districts enforce irrigation-day restrictions that constrain lawn watering schedules

License required: CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license (work over $1,000)

Sources: www.cslb.ca.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Bakersfield

How much does lawn mowing cost in Bakersfield?

Weekly mowing in Bakersfield typically runs $45-$78 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Bakersfield?

Grass in Bakersfield greens up after the last frost near January 28.

How often should I mow in Bakersfield?

Given Bakersfield rainfall of 6.47 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in CA?

Yes — Landscaping work over $1,000 in combined labor and materials requires a CSLB C-27 Landscaping Contractor license. This affects Bakersfield lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Bakersfield?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Bakersfield.

When should I aerate in Bakersfield?

Early fall, before the first frost around December 12, works best in Bakersfield.

Does grass grow year-round in Bakersfield?

With 2,259 cooling degree days and winter lows near 39F, Bakersfield lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Bakersfield lawns need?

At 6.47 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 97F, Bakersfield lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.