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Lawn Care in Madison, WI

Compare 10 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $45–$79.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Madison

  1. 1.TotalGuard Yard Care

    4.9★ (128 reviews)

    4.9★ from 128 reviews

    +16085356057Website

  2. 2.Hedges Landscapes

    5.0★ (31 reviews)

    5.0★ from 31 reviews

    +16086160018Website

  3. 3.Las Flore's Lawn Care

    5.0★ (9 reviews)

    5.0★ from 9 reviews

    +16088002820Website

  4. 4.Badger Lawns and Landscape

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +16085718897Website

  5. 5.Lifestyle Lawn LLC

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +16085989806

  6. 6.Mattias lawn care

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16089575086

  7. 7.Putters Green Lawn Care LLC

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

    +16088264500

  8. 8.Badger property services

    +16089618162Website

  9. 9.R&E Lawns and Landscaping

    +16082122422Website

  10. 10.Joyful Gardens

    +16082061729Website

Lawn Care Cost in Madison

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

ServiceTypical range in Madison
Weekly mowing$45–$79/visit
Fertilization$68–$136/application
Aeration$114–$227/job

Lawn Care prices in Madison run about 14% 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 10 companies serving Madison, rated 4.4★ on average across 186 customer reviews.

Madison Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Madison's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
April 21
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
36.13"
Heating degree days
7,178
Cooling degree days
681
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan10.7°26.9°1.24"
Feb14.8°31.4°1.4"
Mar25.6°42.9°2.14"
Apr37.7°56.9°3.85"
May48.8°67.9°4.07"
Jun58.5°78.1°4.89"
Jul63.1°82°3.95"
Aug61.2°79.8°4.12"
Sep52.3°71.9°3.45"
Oct40°59.7°2.68"
Nov28.3°44.8°2.45"
Dec15.5°31°1.89"

NOAA station data 3.27 miles from Madison.

Permits & Regulations in WI

No permit typically required

  • Lawn and landscape pesticide work falls under DATCP category 3.0, turf and landscape
  • Certification is required for anyone paid to apply pesticides for non-agricultural purposes
  • Applicators hold an Individual Commercial Applicator License alongside the certification

License required: Wisconsin DATCP commercial applicator certification, category 3.0

Sources: datcp.wi.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Madison

How much does lawn mowing cost in Madison?

Weekly mowing in Madison typically runs $45-$79 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Madison?

Grass in Madison greens up after the last frost near April 21.

How often should I mow in Madison?

Given Madison rainfall of 36.13 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in WI?

Yes — Lawn and landscape pesticide work falls under DATCP category 3.0, turf and landscape. This affects Madison lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Madison?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Madison.

When should I aerate in Madison?

Early fall, before the first frost around October 13, works best in Madison.

Does grass grow year-round in Madison?

With 681 cooling degree days and winter lows near 11F, Madison lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Madison lawns need?

At 36.13 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 82F, Madison lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.