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Lawn Care in Seattle, WA

Compare 10 local lawn care pros. Typical service: $50–$87.

Top Lawn Care Companies in Seattle

  1. 1.Clean Air Lawn Care Seattle

    4.7★ (94 reviews)

    4.7★ from 94 reviews

    +12069414180Website

  2. 2.Augusta Lawn Care Services

    4.9★ (58 reviews)

    4.9★ from 58 reviews

    +12068802040Website

  3. 3.West Edge Landworks

    4.9★ (42 reviews)

    4.9★ from 42 reviews

    +12065562932Website

  4. 4.Plan-It Vision, LLC

    5.0★ (34 reviews)

    5.0★ from 34 reviews

    +12062030511Website

  5. 5.Aden Landscaping

    4.9★ (34 reviews)

    4.9★ from 34 reviews

    +14255339734Website

  6. 6.Justin’s Landscaping

    4.8★ (5 reviews)

    4.8★ from 5 reviews

    +12063901463

  7. 7.city landscape services | Lawn Care

    3.0★ (2 reviews)

    3.0★ from 2 reviews

    +13213351557

  8. 8.West Seattle Lawn & Tree Care

    3.0★ (2 reviews)

    3.0★ from 2 reviews

    +12069388381

  9. 9.Seattle, WA | Chop Chop Landscaping - Seattle, WA

    1.0★ (1 reviews)

    1.0★ from 1 reviews

    +12066934344Website

  10. 10.Seattle Lawn Experts

    +12062092467Website

Lawn Care Cost in Seattle

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

ServiceTypical range in Seattle
Weekly mowing$50–$87/visit
Fertilization$74–$149/application
Aeration$124–$248/job

Lawn Care prices in Seattle run about 24% 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 Seattle, rated 4.0★ on average across 272 customer reviews.

Seattle Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Seattle's weather means for scheduling lawn care.

Last spring frost
March 5
First fall frost
November 24
Annual precipitation
37.72"
Heating degree days
4,370
Cooling degree days
188
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan37.3°48.6°5.47"
Feb37.1°51.4°3.52"
Mar39.7°55.4°3.85"
Apr42.9°59.9°2.79"
May48.8°65.8°2.01"
Jun53.3°70.7°1.57"
Jul56.5°75.8°0.85"
Aug57°76.2°0.94"
Sep53.1°70.8°1.3"
Oct46.8°60.7°3.38"
Nov40.6°52.4°5.98"
Dec36°46.9°6.06"

NOAA station data 3.2 miles from Seattle.

Permits & Regulations in WA

No permit typically required

  • Lawn work falls under the WSDA Turf and Ornamental Weed category, covering weeds and moss in lawns, yards, parks and gardens
  • Ornamental Insect and Disease Control is a separate category covering insects and diseases in turf and ornamentals
  • All pesticide licences run on a five-year recertification cycle

License required: WSDA commercial applicator license, Turf and Ornamental categories

Sources: agr.wa.gov

Lawn Care FAQs for Seattle

How much does lawn mowing cost in Seattle?

Weekly mowing in Seattle typically runs $50-$87 per visit.

When does the growing season start in Seattle?

Grass in Seattle greens up after the last frost near March 5.

How often should I mow in Seattle?

Given Seattle rainfall of 37.72 inches, weekly mowing is typical in peak season.

Are there fertilizer restrictions in WA?

Yes — Lawn work falls under the WSDA Turf and Ornamental Weed category, covering weeds and moss in lawns, yards, parks and gardens. This affects Seattle lawn schedules.

How many lawn services cover Seattle?

We track 10 lawn professionals serving Seattle.

When should I aerate in Seattle?

Early fall, before the first frost around November 24, works best in Seattle.

Does grass grow year-round in Seattle?

With 188 cooling degree days and winter lows near 36F, Seattle lawns keep growing through much of the winter, so mowing rarely stops entirely.

How much watering do Seattle lawns need?

At 37.72 inches of annual rainfall and summer highs near 76F, Seattle lawns typically need supplemental irrigation for most of the growing season.