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Lawn Care in Providence, RI

Compare 6 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $46–$81.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Providence

  1. 1.LawnStarter

    4.8★ (306 reviews)

    4.8★ from 306 reviews

  2. 2.J&J Landscaping and Construction LLC

    4.4★ (23 reviews)

    4.4★ from 23 reviews

  3. 3.Green Yard

    5.0★ (14 reviews)

    5.0★ from 14 reviews

  4. 4.Elite Property Care RI

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

  5. 5.GoGreen Lawns Providence

    4.0★ (1 reviews)

    4.0★ from 1 reviews

  6. 6.Cutter Bro Lawn Kings Inc

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

Lawn Care Cost in Providence

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

ServiceTypical range in Providence
Weekly mowing$46–$81/visit
Fertilization$69–$139/application
Aeration$116–$231/job

Lawn Care prices in Providence 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 6 companies serving Providence, rated 4.0★ on average across 351 customer reviews.

Providence Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Providence's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
April 12
First fall frost
October 24
Annual precipitation
47.18"
Heating degree days
5,618
Cooling degree days
744
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan21°37.4°3.86"
Feb23.6°40.3°3.29"
Mar30°47.8°5.01"
Apr39.6°58.6°4.36"
May48.6°68.4°3.55"
Jun58.4°77.5°3.64"
Jul64.2°82.8°3.29"
Aug63.2°81.4°3.6"
Sep55.3°74.2°3.92"
Oct43.9°63.3°3.93"
Nov35.7°53.2°4.51"
Dec26.3°42.3°4.22"

NOAA station data 6.98 miles from Providence.

Permits & Regulations in RI

No permit typically required

  • Lawn services that apply weed or pest treatments in Rhode Island need a DEM commercial pesticide applicator license
  • Mowing and general yard care without pesticides need no state license
  • Ask whether treatments are applied by a licensed applicator

License required: RI DEM commercial pesticide applicator license for chemical applications

Sources: dem.ri.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Providence

How much does lawn mowing cost in Providence?

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

When does the growing season start in Providence?

Grass in Providence greens up after the last frost near April 12.

How often should I mow in Providence?

Given Providence rainfall of 47.18 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in RI?

Yes — Lawn services that apply weed or pest treatments in Rhode Island need a DEM commercial pesticide applicator license. This affects Providence lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Providence?

We track 6 lawn professionals serving Providence.

When should I aerate in Providence?

Early fall, before the first frost around October 24, works best in Providence.

Does grass grow year-round in Providence?

With 744 cooling degree days and winter lows near 21F, Providence lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Providence lawns need?

At 47.18 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 83F, Providence lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.