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Lawn Care in Grand Rapids, MI

Compare 10 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $38–$67.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Grand Rapids

  1. 1.LawnStarter

    4.5★ (195 reviews)

    4.5★ from 195 reviews

    +16162198108Website

  2. 2.E-Green Services LLC

    4.8★ (48 reviews)

    4.8★ from 48 reviews

    +16169164903Website

  3. 3.Jake's Quality Lawn Care

    4.9★ (31 reviews)

    4.9★ from 31 reviews

    +16162940539Website

  4. 4.Camp Landscape Management LLC

    4.9★ (29 reviews)

    4.9★ from 29 reviews

    +16163084862Website

  5. 5.JZ Landscape

    4.5★ (31 reviews)

    4.5★ from 31 reviews

    +16167178154

  6. 6.Ocampo Lawn Care

    4.8★ (24 reviews)

    4.8★ from 24 reviews

    +16164197839Website

  7. 7.den Hollander Lawn Care

    5.0★ (18 reviews)

    5.0★ from 18 reviews

    +16168900557Website

  8. 8.Lynema Lawn & Landscaping

    4.3★ (17 reviews)

    4.3★ from 17 reviews

    +16164608858Website

  9. 9.Jay's Lawn Care and snowplowing

    4.7★ (13 reviews)

    4.7★ from 13 reviews

    +16162477858

  10. 10.My Daughter's Lawn Care and handyman

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +16164660822

Lawn Care Cost in Grand Rapids

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

ServiceTypical range in Grand Rapids
Weekly mowing$38–$67/visit
Fertilization$57–$115/application
Aeration$96–$191/job

Lawn Care prices in Grand Rapids run about 4% 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 Grand Rapids, rated 4.7★ on average across 408 customer reviews.

Grand Rapids Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Grand Rapids's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
April 27
First fall frost
October 15
Annual precipitation
38.27"
Heating degree days
6,485
Cooling degree days
698
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.1°30.7°2.09"
Feb19.9°33.7°1.79"
Mar26.9°44.4°2.37"
Apr37.7°58.2°3.35"
May47.8°69.5°3.98"
Jun57.7°79°3.77"
Jul62.2°82.8°3.78"
Aug61°80.6°3.59"
Sep52.7°73°4.28"
Oct41.8°60.3°3.26"
Nov33°47.3°3.51"
Dec23.5°34.8°2.5"

NOAA station data 8.65 miles from Grand Rapids.

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 Grand Rapids

How much does lawn mowing cost in Grand Rapids?

Weekly mowing in Grand Rapids typically runs $38-$67 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Grand Rapids?

Grass in Grand Rapids greens up after the last frost near April 27.

How often should I mow in Grand Rapids?

Given Grand Rapids rainfall of 38.27 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 Grand Rapids lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Grand Rapids?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Grand Rapids.

When should I aerate in Grand Rapids?

Early fall, before the first frost around October 15, works best in Grand Rapids.

Does grass grow year-round in Grand Rapids?

With 698 cooling degree days and winter lows near 18F, Grand Rapids lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Grand Rapids lawns need?

At 38.27 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 83F, Grand Rapids lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.