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Lawn Care in Des Moines, IA

Compare 10 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $46–$81.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Des Moines

  1. 1.Valley Lawn Care LLC

    4.9★ (120 reviews)

    4.9★ from 120 reviews

    +15157718312Website

  2. 2.Excel Lawns & Landscape

    4.8★ (111 reviews)

    4.8★ from 111 reviews

    +15153290294Website

  3. 3.Whitfield's Lawn & Garden Specialist

    4.3★ (57 reviews)

    4.3★ from 57 reviews

    +15157101812Website

  4. 4.Up Cut Lawn Care

    4.9★ (31 reviews)

    4.9★ from 31 reviews

    +15157838577Website

  5. 5.Double Take Lawn Services

    5.0★ (23 reviews)

    5.0★ from 23 reviews

    +15153802960Website

  6. 6.All Season’s Lawn & Snow

    5.0★ (19 reviews)

    5.0★ from 19 reviews

    +15153467068Website

  7. 7.LawnStarter Landscaping

    4.8★ (16 reviews)

    4.8★ from 16 reviews

    +15155055357Website

  8. 8.Legendary Lawn Care LLC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +15152051743

  9. 9.Metro Lawn Care

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +15155568384Website

  10. 10.Excel Lawns & Landscape

    +15153290294Website

Lawn Care Cost in Des Moines

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

ServiceTypical range in Des Moines
Weekly mowing$46–$81/visit
Fertilization$69–$138/application
Aeration$115–$231/job

Lawn Care prices in Des Moines run about 15% 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 Des Moines, rated 4.9★ on average across 379 customer reviews.

Des Moines Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Des Moines's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
April 16
First fall frost
October 16
Annual precipitation
36.02"
Heating degree days
6,203
Cooling degree days
1,068
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan14.3°31°1"
Feb18.8°36.1°1.28"
Mar29.7°49°2.3"
Apr41.1°62.3°3.86"
May52.2°72.4°4.74"
Jun62°81.6°4.94"
Jul66.8°85.7°4.47"
Aug64.8°83.8°4.13"
Sep55.2°76.1°3.05"
Oct43°63.1°2.64"
Nov30.5°47.9°2.19"
Dec18°34°1.42"

NOAA station data 3.47 miles from Des Moines.

Permits & Regulations in IA

No permit typically required

  • Lawn and landscape work falls under category 3, ornamental, turf and greenhouse pest control
  • Applying pesticides commercially requires certification plus the associated fees, currently $75 for a three-year certification
  • Applicators may renew by attending two hours of approved continuing instruction each year instead of re-testing

License required: Iowa commercial pesticide applicator certification, category 3

Sources: iowaagriculture.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Des Moines

How much does lawn mowing cost in Des Moines?

Weekly mowing in Des Moines typically runs $46-$81 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Des Moines?

Grass in Des Moines greens up after the last frost near April 16.

How often should I mow in Des Moines?

Given Des Moines rainfall of 36.02 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in IA?

Yes — Lawn and landscape work falls under category 3, ornamental, turf and greenhouse pest control. This affects Des Moines lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Des Moines?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Des Moines.

When should I aerate in Des Moines?

Early fall, before the first frost around October 16, works best in Des Moines.

Does grass grow year-round in Des Moines?

With 1,068 cooling degree days and winter lows near 14F, Des Moines lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Des Moines lawns need?

At 36.02 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 86F, Des Moines lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.