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Lawn Care in Philadelphia, PA

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

Top Lawn Care Companies in Philadelphia

  1. 1.Four Seasons Total Landscaping

    4.4★ (206 reviews)

    4.4★ from 206 reviews

    +12156245408Website

  2. 2.SuperiorTouchLawnCare

    4.9★ (92 reviews)

    4.9★ from 92 reviews

    +13023966066

  3. 3.Lawn Love - Philadelphia

    4.7★ (94 reviews)

    4.7★ from 94 reviews

    +12158676495Website

  4. 4.BEST CHOICE LANDSCAPING & MASONRY

    4.3★ (35 reviews)

    4.3★ from 35 reviews

    +12678641450

  5. 5.Precision Landscaping

    4.5★ (17 reviews)

    4.5★ from 17 reviews

    +12158441578

  6. 6.CSR Land and Snow

    4.1★ (18 reviews)

    4.1★ from 18 reviews

    +12153335296

  7. 7.Victoria lawn services

    3.8★ (18 reviews)

    3.8★ from 18 reviews

    +12675368024

  8. 8.Philadelphia Garden Works

    5.0★ (5 reviews)

    5.0★ from 5 reviews

    +12158007032Website

  9. 9.Grassman Mows Lawns

    3.3★ (4 reviews)

    3.3★ from 4 reviews

    +12672075577

  10. 10.Yard Ready Crew

Lawn Care Cost in Philadelphia

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

ServiceTypical range in Philadelphia
Weekly mowing$43–$75/visit
Fertilization$65–$129/application
Aeration$108–$215/job

Lawn Care prices in Philadelphia run about 8% 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 Philadelphia, rated 4.3★ on average across 489 customer reviews.

Philadelphia Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Philadelphia's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
March 30
First fall frost
November 16
Annual precipitation
48.51"
Heating degree days
4,350
Cooling degree days
1,474
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan27.4°40.4°3.62"
Feb29.3°44.5°3.13"
Mar36.4°53.2°4.6"
Apr46°64.8°4.11"
May55.7°74.9°4.48"
Jun65.6°84.2°4.29"
Jul70.2°88°4.43"
Aug69.1°86.3°4.66"
Sep61.5°78.7°4.1"
Oct50.3°67.2°3.81"
Nov41.7°56.1°3.39"
Dec32.2°44.6°3.89"

NOAA station data 4.08 miles from Philadelphia.

Permits & Regulations in PA

No permit typically required

  • Applying lawn pesticides for hire requires a Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture pesticide business license
  • The business must employ at least one certified commercial applicator, who renews annually
  • Turf and ornamental work is a distinct certification category from structural pest control

License required: PA Department of Agriculture pesticide business license (turf and ornamental)

Sources: www.pa.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Philadelphia

How much does lawn mowing cost in Philadelphia?

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

When does the growing season start in Philadelphia?

Grass in Philadelphia greens up after the last frost near March 30.

How often should I mow in Philadelphia?

Given Philadelphia rainfall of 48.51 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in PA?

Yes — Applying lawn pesticides for hire requires a Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture pesticide business license. This affects Philadelphia lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Philadelphia?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Philadelphia.

When should I aerate in Philadelphia?

Early fall, before the first frost around November 16, works best in Philadelphia.

Does grass grow year-round in Philadelphia?

With 1,474 cooling degree days and winter lows near 27F, Philadelphia lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Philadelphia lawns need?

At 48.51 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 88F, Philadelphia lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.