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Lawn Care in Buffalo, NY

Compare 10 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $43–$75.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Buffalo

  1. 1.LawnStarter Lawn Care Service

    4.5★ (197 reviews)

    4.5★ from 197 reviews

    +17162613864Website

  2. 2.TAJ Landscaping

    4.9★ (25 reviews)

    4.9★ from 25 reviews

    +17167091440Website

  3. 3.Starlite Snow Removal & Lawn Care LLC

    4.8★ (22 reviews)

    4.8★ from 22 reviews

    +17163488597

  4. 4.Ground Control

    4.5★ (8 reviews)

    4.5★ from 8 reviews

    +17164004899

  5. 5.Andre's Lawn Services Etc.

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

    +17162531704

  6. 6.Yard Barber landscaping & Lawn Service LLC

    3.5★ (10 reviews)

    3.5★ from 10 reviews

    +17162171728Website

  7. 7.Fertile Green Lawns

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +17169015507

  8. 8.quality lawn of buffalo

    3.0★ (2 reviews)

    3.0★ from 2 reviews

    +17168351530

  9. 9.J AND D DEVELOPMENT AND REMODLING

    +12677761870

  10. 10.C & R Lawn Care

    +17163902690

Lawn Care Cost in Buffalo

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

ServiceTypical range in Buffalo
Weekly mowing$43–$75/visit
Fertilization$64–$128/application
Aeration$107–$213/job

Lawn Care prices in Buffalo run about 7% 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 Buffalo, rated 4.4★ on average across 271 customer reviews.

Buffalo Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Buffalo's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
April 23
First fall frost
October 21
Annual precipitation
40.48"
Heating degree days
6,617
Cooling degree days
544
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan18.5°31.2°3.18"
Feb19.2°33.3°2.49"
Mar26°42°2.87"
Apr36.8°55°3.01"
May47.4°66.5°3.46"
Jun57.3°75.3°3.66"
Jul62.3°79.9°3.23"
Aug60.8°78.4°3.26"
Sep53.4°71.1°3.9"
Oct42.7°59°3.52"
Nov33.9°47.6°4.01"
Dec24.1°36.1°3.89"

NOAA station data 7.06 miles from Buffalo.

Permits & Regulations in NY

No permit typically required

  • Mowing and maintenance need no state licence, but applying pesticides for hire requires NYSDEC applicator certification
  • Fertilizer containing more than 0.67 percent phosphorus may only be used when establishing a new lawn or when a soil test shows it is needed
  • Weed and feed products fall under the state Dishwasher Detergent and Nutrient Runoff Law

License required: None for mowing; NYSDEC applicator certification for pesticide application

Sources: dec.ny.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Buffalo

How much does lawn mowing cost in Buffalo?

Weekly mowing in Buffalo typically runs $43-$75 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Buffalo?

Grass in Buffalo greens up after the last frost near April 23.

How often should I mow in Buffalo?

Given Buffalo rainfall of 40.48 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in NY?

Yes — Mowing and maintenance need no state licence, but applying pesticides for hire requires NYSDEC applicator certification. This affects Buffalo lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Buffalo?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Buffalo.

When should I aerate in Buffalo?

Early fall, before the first frost around October 21, works best in Buffalo.

Does grass grow year-round in Buffalo?

With 544 cooling degree days and winter lows near 19F, Buffalo lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Buffalo lawns need?

At 40.48 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 80F, Buffalo lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.