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Lawn Care in Louisville, KY

Compare 9 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $39–$68.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Louisville

  1. 1.Joe's Lawn Care

    4.8★ (199 reviews)

    4.8★ from 199 reviews

    +15025949459Website

  2. 2.502 Lawn Care & Landscaping

    5.0★ (97 reviews)

    5.0★ from 97 reviews

    +15024890537Website

  3. 3.Jp Elite Development

    5.0★ (26 reviews)

    5.0★ from 26 reviews

    +15029304760Website

  4. 4.Lawn Images LLC.

    4.6★ (10 reviews)

    4.6★ from 10 reviews

    +15022435204Website

  5. 5.Ty’s LawnCare

    5.0★ (7 reviews)

    5.0★ from 7 reviews

    +15023413810

  6. 6.Dun-Rite Lawn Care

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +15026186071Website

  7. 7.Legacy Land Care LLC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +12704018992

  8. 8.Brinley Outdoor Living

    +15029747801Website

  9. 9.Krisp. LawnKutz. L.L.C.

    +15022089298

Lawn Care Cost in Louisville

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

ServiceTypical range in Louisville
Weekly mowing$39–$68/visit
Fertilization$58–$116/application
Aeration$97–$193/job

Lawn Care prices in Louisville run about 3% 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 9 companies serving Louisville, rated 4.9★ on average across 344 customer reviews.

Louisville Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Louisville's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
April 2
First fall frost
November 3
Annual precipitation
44.91"
Heating degree days
4,097
Cooling degree days
1,614
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan26.8°43°3.24"
Feb29.9°47.8°3.18"
Mar37.8°57.9°4.17"
Apr47.3°68.8°4.01"
May57°77.1°5.27"
Jun66°85.3°3.79"
Jul69.9°88.7°4.23"
Aug68.5°88.3°3.33"
Sep60.5°81.5°3.05"
Oct48.9°70.1°3.22"
Nov39.5°57.9°3.59"
Dec30°45.8°3.83"

NOAA station data 3.31 miles from Louisville.

Permits & Regulations in KY

No permit typically required

  • Lawn and turf pesticide work falls under the Ornamentals and Lawn Care category, which also covers ornamental trees, shrubs and flowers
  • The category covers pests that do not normally invade structures, such as grubs, bagworms and moles
  • Certification in this category does not qualify an applicator to treat sports turf or golf courses, which are separate categories

License required: Kentucky commercial applicator license, Ornamentals and Lawn Care category

Sources: apps.legislature.ky.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Louisville

How much does lawn mowing cost in Louisville?

Weekly mowing in Louisville typically runs $39-$68 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Louisville?

Grass in Louisville greens up after the last frost near April 2.

How often should I mow in Louisville?

Given Louisville rainfall of 44.91 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in KY?

Yes — Lawn and turf pesticide work falls under the Ornamentals and Lawn Care category, which also covers ornamental trees, shrubs and flowers. This affects Louisville lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Louisville?

We track 9 lawn professionals serving Louisville.

When should I aerate in Louisville?

Early fall, before the first frost around November 3, works best in Louisville.

Does grass grow year-round in Louisville?

With 1,614 cooling degree days and winter lows near 27F, Louisville lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Louisville lawns need?

At 44.91 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 89F, Louisville lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.