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Lawn Care in Baton Rouge, LA

Compare 9 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $37–$65.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Baton Rouge

  1. 1.Masterco Security & Property Services

    4.9★ (109 reviews)

    4.9★ from 109 reviews

    +12252893228Website

  2. 2.WB Lawn & Landscape

    5.0★ (49 reviews)

    5.0★ from 49 reviews

    +12252470928Website

  3. 3.TruGreen

    5.0★ (23 reviews)

    5.0★ from 23 reviews

    +12257527252Website

  4. 4.Me-Moes Lawn and Landscaping LLC

    4.4★ (14 reviews)

    4.4★ from 14 reviews

    +12259380767Website

  5. 5.My Lawn Company

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

    +15043778727Website

  6. 6.Perfect Cuts Lawn Service

    3.7★ (12 reviews)

    3.7★ from 12 reviews

    +12252764870

  7. 7.SRP Landscaping

    4.8★ (5 reviews)

    4.8★ from 5 reviews

    +12253962510Website

  8. 8.Mowtion Lawn Care

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

    +15045633926Website

  9. 9.Papa Scoops

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +19852771967Website

Lawn Care Cost in Baton Rouge

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

ServiceTypical range in Baton Rouge
Weekly mowing$37–$65/visit
Fertilization$56–$111/application
Aeration$93–$185/job

Lawn Care prices in Baton Rouge run about 7% below 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 9 companies serving Baton Rouge, rated 4.8★ on average across 222 customer reviews.

Baton Rouge Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Baton Rouge's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
March 1
First fall frost
November 28
Annual precipitation
59.14"
Heating degree days
1,688
Cooling degree days
2,632
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan40°61.1°5.29"
Feb43.2°64.6°5.27"
Mar49.1°71.6°4.33"
Apr55.7°78.4°4.26"
May64.5°85.4°4.7"
Jun70.4°90°7.03"
Jul72.6°91.6°4.63"
Aug72.1°91.9°5.36"
Sep67.4°88.3°4.39"
Oct56.7°80.5°4.35"
Nov48.5°71.6°4.18"
Dec41.8°63.4°5.35"

NOAA station data 5.63 miles from Baton Rouge.

Permits & Regulations in LA

No permit typically required

  • Lawn and landscape pesticide work falls under the LDAF Ornamental and Turf category (category 3)
  • Commercial applicators pass a General Standards exam plus at least one category exam
  • LDAF administers exams at offices across the state

License required: LDAF commercial applicator license, Ornamental and Turf category

Sources: www.ldaf.la.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Baton Rouge

How much does lawn mowing cost in Baton Rouge?

Weekly mowing in Baton Rouge typically runs $37-$65 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Baton Rouge?

Grass in Baton Rouge greens up after the last frost near March 1.

How often should I mow in Baton Rouge?

Given Baton Rouge rainfall of 59.14 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in LA?

Yes — Lawn and landscape pesticide work falls under the LDAF Ornamental and Turf category (category 3). This affects Baton Rouge lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Baton Rouge?

We track 9 lawn professionals serving Baton Rouge.

When should I aerate in Baton Rouge?

Early fall, before the first frost around November 28, works best in Baton Rouge.

Does grass grow year-round in Baton Rouge?

With 2,632 cooling degree days and winter lows near 40F, Baton Rouge lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Baton Rouge lawns need?

At 59.14 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 92F, Baton Rouge lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.