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Lawn Care in New York, NY

Compare 9 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $47–$81.

Top Lawn Care Companies in New York

  1. 1.Pacific Lawn Sprinklers

    5.0★ (270 reviews)

    5.0★ from 270 reviews

    +12129015286Website

  2. 2.Right Lawn Care

    4.8★ (158 reviews)

    4.8★ from 158 reviews

    +15167345743Website

  3. 3.Grass-Hoppers Landscaping

    5.0★ (72 reviews)

    5.0★ from 72 reviews

    +19174501123Website

  4. 4.Valdez lawns care/landscaping services

    4.5★ (48 reviews)

    4.5★ from 48 reviews

    +13476813348Website

  5. 5.Laser Lawn Care

    5.0★ (20 reviews)

    5.0★ from 20 reviews

    +16317290020Website

  6. 6.Lawn Care New York

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +18552350098

  7. 7.THE GARDENISTA LANDSCAPE DESIGN

    Website

  8. 8.ProEdge Lawn Services

    +16464313112Website

  9. 9.Blade Sunny Turf

Lawn Care Cost in New York

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

ServiceTypical range in New York
Weekly mowing$47–$81/visit
Fertilization$70–$140/application
Aeration$116–$233/job

Lawn Care prices in New York run about 16% 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 9 companies serving New York, rated 4.9★ on average across 570 customer reviews.

New York Climate & Seasonal Timing

What New York's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
March 31
First fall frost
November 19
Annual precipitation
46.6"
Heating degree days
4,671
Cooling degree days
1,160
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27°39.1°3.5"
Feb29°42.3°2.81"
Mar35.1°49.7°4.15"
Apr44.6°60.5°4.14"
May54.2°70.4°4.05"
Jun64°79.6°4.16"
Jul69.8°84.5°4.85"
Aug68.8°83.1°4.18"
Sep61.7°76.1°3.71"
Oct50.5°64.8°3.81"
Nov41.5°54.4°3.56"
Dec32.2°43.7°3.68"

NOAA station data 5.24 miles from New York.

Permits & Regulations in NY

No permit typically required

  • Mowing and maintenance need no state licence, but applying pesticides for hire requires NYSDEC applicator certification
  • Fertilizer containing more than 0.67 percent phosphorus may only be used when establishing a new lawn or when a soil test shows it is needed
  • Weed and feed products fall under the state Dishwasher Detergent and Nutrient Runoff Law

License required: None for mowing; NYSDEC applicator certification for pesticide application

Sources: dec.ny.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for New York

How much does lawn mowing cost in New York?

Weekly mowing in New York typically runs $47-$81 per visit.

When does the growing season start in New York?

Grass in New York greens up after the last frost near March 31.

How often should I mow in New York?

Given New York rainfall of 46.6 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in NY?

Yes — Mowing and maintenance need no state licence, but applying pesticides for hire requires NYSDEC applicator certification. This affects New York lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover New York?

We track 9 lawn professionals serving New York.

When should I aerate in New York?

Early fall, before the first frost around November 19, works best in New York.

Does grass grow year-round in New York?

With 1,160 cooling degree days and winter lows near 27F, New York lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do New York lawns need?

At 46.6 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 85F, New York lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.