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Lawn Care in Detroit, MI

Compare 10 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $40–$69.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Detroit

  1. 1.LawnStarter

    3.9★ (718 reviews)

    3.9★ from 718 reviews

  2. 2.Mac's Royal Cutz Lawn Maintenance LLC

    4.8★ (64 reviews)

    4.8★ from 64 reviews

  3. 3.Israel Lawncare LLC

    4.8★ (22 reviews)

    4.8★ from 22 reviews

  4. 4.Payne Commercial Service Landscaping Inc.

    3.4★ (53 reviews)

    3.4★ from 53 reviews

  5. 5.STK Landscaping and Contracting

    4.6★ (14 reviews)

    4.6★ from 14 reviews

  6. 6.LawnStarter - Warren

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

  7. 7.Trim Masters Lawn Care Services

  8. 8.Green Thumb Tree and Lawn Services

  9. 9.Woolfman Lawn Services

  10. 10.M & M Landscapers and Deck Building Services

Lawn Care Cost in Detroit

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

ServiceTypical range in Detroit
Weekly mowing$40–$69/visit
Fertilization$60–$119/application
Aeration$99–$198/job

Lawn Care prices in Detroit run about 1% 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 10 companies serving Detroit, rated 4.4★ on average across 874 customer reviews.

Detroit Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Detroit's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
April 17
First fall frost
October 29
Annual precipitation
31.33"
Heating degree days
6,168
Cooling degree days
824
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan20.3°31.4°1.4"
Feb22.1°34.4°1.7"
Mar28.9°44.2°2.02"
Apr39.6°57.4°2.78"
May50.1°68.7°3.07"
Jun60.3°78.3°3.25"
Jul65.2°82.6°3.03"
Aug64°80.4°3.16"
Sep56.1°73°3.39"
Oct44.8°60.2°2.72"
Nov35.4°47.7°2.84"
Dec25.2°35.5°1.97"

NOAA station data 5.04 miles from Detroit.

Permits & Regulations in MI

No permit typically required

  • Lawn pesticide application for hire requires an MDARD commercial applicator certification or registered applicator credential
  • The business itself must additionally hold a pesticide application business licence
  • Registered applicator credentials carry a lower fee than full certification and are renewed on the same three-year cycle

License required: MDARD commercial or registered applicator plus pesticide business license

Sources: www.michigan.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Detroit

How much does lawn mowing cost in Detroit?

Weekly mowing in Detroit typically runs $40-$69 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Detroit?

Grass in Detroit greens up after the last frost near April 17.

How often should I mow in Detroit?

Given Detroit rainfall of 31.33 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in MI?

Yes — Lawn pesticide application for hire requires an MDARD commercial applicator certification or registered applicator credential. This affects Detroit lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Detroit?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Detroit.

When should I aerate in Detroit?

Early fall, before the first frost around October 29, works best in Detroit.

Does grass grow year-round in Detroit?

With 824 cooling degree days and winter lows near 20F, Detroit lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Detroit lawns need?

At 31.33 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 83F, Detroit lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.