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Lawn Care in Richmond, VA

Compare 9 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $38–$66.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Richmond

  1. 1.TruGreen Lawn Care

    4.5★ (854 reviews)

    4.5★ from 854 reviews

    +18334185004Website

  2. 2.LawnStarter Lawn Care Service

    4.1★ (545 reviews)

    4.1★ from 545 reviews

    +18042922982Website

  3. 3.Yoni Tree Experts LLC

    5.0★ (23 reviews)

    5.0★ from 23 reviews

    +18042003345

  4. 4.A+ Landscaping and Pressure Washing

    4.5★ (33 reviews)

    4.5★ from 33 reviews

    +18043495296Website

  5. 5.Montgomery Irrigation

    3.7★ (26 reviews)

    3.7★ from 26 reviews

    +18043032004Website

  6. 6.Capitol City Lawncare & Logistics

    5.0★ (10 reviews)

    5.0★ from 10 reviews

    +18045921778Website

  7. 7.YME Landscape

    4.1★ (9 reviews)

    4.1★ from 9 reviews

    +18046171776Website

  8. 8.Little Jc's Lawncare and Landscaping LLC

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +18046155442

  9. 9.Woolfolk Landscaping

    +15404217367Website

Lawn Care Cost in Richmond

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

ServiceTypical range in Richmond
Weekly mowing$38–$66/visit
Fertilization$57–$114/application
Aeration$95–$190/job

Lawn Care prices in Richmond run about 5% 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 Richmond, rated 4.5★ on average across 1,501 customer reviews.

Richmond Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Richmond's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
April 3
First fall frost
November 3
Annual precipitation
43.6"
Heating degree days
3,771
Cooling degree days
1,549
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan28.3°47.4°3.04"
Feb30.5°51.3°2.76"
Mar37.1°60°4.04"
Apr46.1°70.3°3.27"
May55°77.9°3.78"
Jun64.5°86.1°3.93"
Jul68.9°89.7°4.51"
Aug67.4°87.6°4.66"
Sep60.1°81.2°4.13"
Oct48.3°71°2.98"
Nov39.4°61.4°3.24"
Dec31.4°50.7°3.26"

NOAA station data 8.48 miles from Richmond.

Permits & Regulations in VA

No permit typically required

  • Commercial lawn pesticide application requires a VDACS pesticide business license for each business location
  • The business must employ a certified applicator and carry insurance of at least $100,000 property damage, $100,000 personal injury and $300,000 per occurrence
  • Landscaping contracted at $1,000 or more additionally falls under DPOR contractor licensing

License required: VDACS pesticide business license (lawn and ornamental)

Sources: www.vdacs.virginia.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Richmond

How much does lawn mowing cost in Richmond?

Weekly mowing in Richmond typically runs $38-$66 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Richmond?

Grass in Richmond greens up after the last frost near April 3.

How often should I mow in Richmond?

Given Richmond rainfall of 43.6 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in VA?

Yes — Commercial lawn pesticide application requires a VDACS pesticide business license for each business location. This affects Richmond lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Richmond?

We track 9 lawn professionals serving Richmond.

When should I aerate in Richmond?

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

Does grass grow year-round in Richmond?

With 1,549 cooling degree days and winter lows near 28F, Richmond lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Richmond lawns need?

At 43.6 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 90F, Richmond lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.