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Lawn Care in Charleston, SC

Compare 21 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $39–$67.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Charleston

  1. 1.Martinez Landscaping And Pine Straw LLC

    4.4★ (118 reviews)

    4.4★ from 118 reviews

  2. 2.LawnStarter Lawn Care Service

    4.1★ (157 reviews)

    4.1★ from 157 reviews

  3. 3.Crescent Moon

    4.9★ (47 reviews)

    4.9★ from 47 reviews

  4. 4.Lowcountry Landscaping and Contracting

    5.0★ (39 reviews)

    5.0★ from 39 reviews

  5. 5.Forever Green Inc

    4.4★ (65 reviews)

    4.4★ from 65 reviews

  6. 6.Heroes Lawn Care of Charleston

    4.8★ (41 reviews)

    4.8★ from 41 reviews

  7. 7.Luxury Lawns Artificial Grass

    4.9★ (19 reviews)

    4.9★ from 19 reviews

  8. 8.Barrier Islands Landscaping

    4.8★ (9 reviews)

    4.8★ from 9 reviews

  9. 9.Saltgrass Landscaping

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

  10. 10.Charleston & Daniel Island Property Concierge

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

  11. 11.Green Carolina Landscape Contractors, Inc.

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

  12. 12.Clean Turf Club

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

  13. 13.Passiflora Landscaping & Design

    4.3★ (6 reviews)

    4.3★ from 6 reviews

  14. 14.Good Natured Gardening

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

  15. 15.Happy Dad’s Landscaping

    5.0★ (3 reviews)

    5.0★ from 3 reviews

  16. 16.Mount Pleasant Lawn & Landscaping

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  17. 17.Linearity

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  18. 18.Marsh Vine Landscape Co.

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  19. 19.Natural Directions Llc

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  20. 20.USA Sod Co.

  21. 21.Landscape Charleston

Lawn Care Cost in Charleston

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

ServiceTypical range in Charleston
Weekly mowing$39–$67/visit
Fertilization$58–$116/application
Aeration$96–$193/job

Lawn Care prices in Charleston 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 21 companies serving Charleston, rated 4.8★ on average across 538 customer reviews.

Charleston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Charleston's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
February 6
First fall frost
December 23
Annual precipitation
44.42"
Heating degree days
1,736
Cooling degree days
2,375
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan42.8°56.7°2.94"
Feb45.5°59.6°2.51"
Mar51.6°65°3.3"
Apr58.8°72°2.53"
May67.1°78.7°2.16"
Jun74°84.5°4.65"
Jul76.9°87.6°5.4"
Aug76.1°86.4°6.71"
Sep71.8°82°5.76"
Oct62.5°74.6°3.67"
Nov53.6°67.3°2.19"
Dec45.6°59.5°2.6"

NOAA station data 4.64 miles from Charleston.

Permits & Regulations in SC

No permit typically required

  • Commercial lawn pesticide application requires a Pesticide Business License from Clemson University's Department of Pesticide Regulation
  • South Carolina's pesticide regulator is Clemson rather than a state agency office
  • Landscaping work over $500 that is not otherwise regulated falls under Residential Specialty Contractor registration

License required: SC Pesticide Business License (Clemson DPR)

Sources: www.clemson.edu

Lawn Care FAQs for Charleston

How much does lawn mowing cost in Charleston?

Weekly mowing in Charleston typically runs $39-$67 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Charleston?

Grass in Charleston greens up after the last frost near February 6.

How often should I mow in Charleston?

Given Charleston rainfall of 44.42 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in SC?

Yes — Commercial lawn pesticide application requires a Pesticide Business License from Clemson University's Department of Pesticide Regulation. This affects Charleston lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Charleston?

We track 21 lawn professionals serving Charleston.

When should I aerate in Charleston?

Early fall, before the first frost around December 23, works best in Charleston.

Does grass grow year-round in Charleston?

With 2,375 cooling degree days and winter lows near 43F, Charleston lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Charleston lawns need?

At 44.42 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 88F, Charleston lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.