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Lawn Care in Milwaukee, WI

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

Top Lawn Care Companies in Milwaukee

  1. 1.LawnStarter Lawn Care Service

    4.4★ (220 reviews)

    4.4★ from 220 reviews

    +14145090965Website

  2. 2.Rodriguez Landscape Company

    4.3★ (78 reviews)

    4.3★ from 78 reviews

    +14143833300Website

  3. 3.Rdgzmke lawn care services

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

  4. 4.Gus’s Lawn-Care

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +14145224554Website

  5. 5.Gus's Lawn-Care

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +14145224554Website

  6. 6.Orozmo lawncare service

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

  7. 7.Michalak Lawn Care

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

    +14143313789

  8. 8.Grayson Lawn Care

    +14145107905Website

  9. 9.Landscapers - Milwaukee, WI

    +14144090102Website

  10. 10.4Ever Green Lawn Care & Services LLC

    +14148172027

Lawn Care Cost in Milwaukee

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

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

Lawn Care prices in Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee, rated 4.2★ on average across 304 customer reviews.

Milwaukee Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Milwaukee's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
April 25
First fall frost
October 14
Annual precipitation
31.94"
Heating degree days
6,779
Cooling degree days
776
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan13.7°29.6°1.38"
Feb17°33.9°1.3"
Mar26.1°44.8°1.62"
Apr37.2°57.5°3.36"
May47.6°68.7°3.29"
Jun57.7°79.3°4.04"
Jul63.4°83.8°3.7"
Aug62.1°81.4°3.74"
Sep53°73.8°3.2"
Oct41.3°60.8°2.41"
Nov30.2°46.8°2.35"
Dec18.8°33.8°1.55"

NOAA station data 3.23 miles from Milwaukee.

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 Milwaukee

How much does lawn mowing cost in Milwaukee?

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

When does the growing season start in Milwaukee?

Grass in Milwaukee greens up after the last frost near April 25.

How often should I mow in Milwaukee?

Given Milwaukee rainfall of 31.94 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 Milwaukee lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Milwaukee?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Milwaukee.

When should I aerate in Milwaukee?

Early fall, before the first frost around October 14, works best in Milwaukee.

Does grass grow year-round in Milwaukee?

With 776 cooling degree days and winter lows near 14F, Milwaukee lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Milwaukee lawns need?

At 31.94 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 84F, Milwaukee lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.