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Lawn Care in Burlington, VT

Compare 4 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $48–$84.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Burlington

  1. 1.Vertscape

    5.0★ (13 reviews)

    5.0★ from 13 reviews

  2. 2.Heart & Soil Landscaping

    3.7★ (6 reviews)

    3.7★ from 6 reviews

  3. 3.Scoop There It Is

  4. 4.Walker's Landscaping & Snowplowing

Lawn Care Cost in Burlington

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

ServiceTypical range in Burlington
Weekly mowing$48–$84/visit
Fertilization$72–$143/application
Aeration$119–$239/job

Lawn Care prices in Burlington run about 19% 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 4 companies serving Burlington, rated 4.3★ on average across 19 customer reviews.

Burlington Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Burlington's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
May 3
First fall frost
October 7
Annual precipitation
36.82"
Heating degree days
7,435
Cooling degree days
492
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan10.2°27.2°2.06"
Feb12.5°30.6°1.76"
Mar22°40°2.22"
Apr34.8°54.7°2.82"
May45.4°67.2°3.45"
Jun55.3°76.3°3.69"
Jul60.3°80.9°4.16"
Aug58.5°79°3.91"
Sep50.7°70.4°3.64"
Oct39.1°57.2°3.6"
Nov30.9°45.5°3.13"
Dec18.5°33.2°2.38"

NOAA station data 4.68 miles from Burlington.

Permits & Regulations in VT

No permit typically required

  • Lawn care and landscape companies that apply pesticides in Vermont must use certified commercial applicators
  • Mowing and general yard care without pesticides need no state license
  • Ask whether weed and pest treatments are applied by a certified applicator

License required: Vermont commercial applicator certification for chemical applications

Sources: agriculture.vermont.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Burlington

How much does lawn mowing cost in Burlington?

Weekly mowing in Burlington typically runs $48-$84 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Burlington?

Grass in Burlington greens up after the last frost near May 3.

How often should I mow in Burlington?

Given Burlington rainfall of 36.82 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in VT?

Yes — Lawn care and landscape companies that apply pesticides in Vermont must use certified commercial applicators. This affects Burlington lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Burlington?

We track 4 lawn professionals serving Burlington.

When should I aerate in Burlington?

Early fall, before the first frost around October 7, works best in Burlington.

Does grass grow year-round in Burlington?

With 492 cooling degree days and winter lows near 10F, Burlington lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Burlington lawns need?

At 36.82 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 81F, Burlington lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.