Caring for your North Texas property can be a lot of work. Tasks like mulching, weeding, pruning, and more can feel never-ending. That’s why you might be considering handing these services over to a pro. Not only can they be completed in a professional way, but it will take a big burden off of your shoulders…and your time is valuable.
But what can you expect to pay for that? You’re probably curious about North Texas landscaping prices.
While every company is going to be different, we can give you a sense of what you can expect to pay from Grassperson…and also what factors into the cost of landscape maintenance in North Texas in general.
We want to help you to be an educated consumer so that you can make the best choices for your property.
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What is Included in Landscape Maintenance?
General landscape maintenance is typically thought of as including the following services:
- Mowing and edging
- Shrub trimming
- Bed weeding
- Debris cleanup
- Tree and shrub care
At Grassperson, we aim to simplify the process of receiving landscape maintenance with our Total Maintenance package. This package starts with our 7-Visit Lawn Care program as the foundation. That’s because you wouldn’t want a thriving landscape (trees and shrubs) and then have a struggling and deteriorated lawn.
Our Lawn Care program includes:
- Pre-Emergent Treatments for Crabgrass and Broadleaf Weeds from Early Spring through Fall
- Fertilizer Treatments from Early Spring through Late Fall
- Post-Emergent Broadleaf Weed Control Treatments Throughout the Year as Needed
- Nutsedge Control
- Preventative Grub & Insect Control
- Fire Ant Control
Then, Total Maintenance customers need to add at least two of the following services to their customized plan:
- Weekly Mowing, Edging, & Blowing
- Shrub & Small Tree Trimming & Bed Weeding
- Tree & Shrub Care Program
- Irrigation Maintenance Program
We recognize that every property is different which is why we let homeowners choose what’s right for them. But this also means that landscape maintenance pricing can differ. There are some factors that generally come into play, which we will discuss next.
How Much Does Landscape Maintenance Cost in North Texas?
If you’re shopping for landscape maintenance services, you’re going to find that there are different models of companies (for instance, some only offering lawn care or others only offering mowing) and also various pricing and packages. While we can’t tell you what other companies charge, we can share a little bit about Grassperson’s model and pricing. We’ll also discuss what factors into those prices.
Grassperson is a full-service company with different packages. To give you an idea of what this might look like, for an average-sized property that is 3,000 square feet, it would start at $400 per year for just lawn care treatments, $2800 a year for lawn care treatments plus mowing, and $4,600 to $10,000 per year for those items and total landscape maintenance.
If you’d like to get an exact quote for your property, we’d love to hear from you!
What Impacts Landscape Maintenance Cost in North Texas?
Every property is going to be different and a truly customized plan will reflect that. But there are also some factors that are going to come into play.
Scope of Work: What services are you having done and what does your property layout include? Do you have one plant bed or several? Factors such as the species and size of plants, site logistic challenges, personal preferences, and other criteria are going to impact the scope of work and make the cost anywhere from $600 - $850+ per month for most homes in North Texas.
Property Size: The square footage of your property (and how much has to be maintained) is also going to directly impact the landscape maintenance cost. Larger properties take longer to maintain. That means more labor, time, equipment, and materials are also likely needed.
Frequency of Service: How often will the landscaper visit your property? More visits costs more money—but you don’t want to let your landscape go too long in between maintenance because its appearance and health will decline. And, it will likely cost you more to get your property back into shape.
Quality Team Members: Companies that invest in training, education and career development grow knowledgeable teams that care about the work they do. But, providing education isn’t free—and the landscape maintenance firm will probably charge slightly more.
Beyond training, companies that attract the best crew members pay their people more, and that impacts pricing. A company that doesn’t pay their people well usually ends up with high turnover and the people working on their properties just aren’t as experienced.
The real question with quality crew members is, can you afford to hire a landscape company that does not invest in its people? We find that property owners who choose the lowest-priced contractor who isn’t as knowledgeable often end up paying more in the long run when they have to hire another provider to fix mistakes or get their lawns back up to par. Basically, it’s a matter of pay now, or pay later.
Safety and Liability: Starting a landscape business can be fairly easy if you’re not concerned about training, safety, and workers compensation and liability (insurance). You’ll see plenty of single owner-operators out there who might offer to service your property for less. We always admire hard-working folks, but we also warn property owners to be careful about who they invite on to their properties. Be sure that any contractor you hire is bonded and insured.
Landscapers operate equipment like mowers, trimmers, blowers and other machines that require safe, best practices to mitigate the risk of injury.
Like training, insurance and safety programs do come at a cost for the contractor, and so you might pay more for a service provider that does the right thing. It’s back to pay now or pay later. Do you want to assume the liability and potential cost of a landscaper that isn’t properly insured or focused on safety?
Why Do Some Companies Offer Only Basic Mowing?
As you’re looking at North Texas landscaping prices and shopping around for a company, you might notice that there are very different business models out there. One dramatic difference is that there are companies like Grassperson that offer Total Maintenance and then there are mowing-only companies.
If you have a small property and you like doing all of your landscape maintenance (like plant bed care and weeding) on your own, then a mowing-only service might work for you.
But the homeowners who turn to companies like Grassperson are those that are truly looking to unload a lot of their property care burden so that they can free up their time and get more professional results.
That doesn’t mean that you can’t do any of your own work. We certainly have plenty of clients who love gardening or caring for certain aspects of their property on their own. But they also appreciate handing over some of the more tedious tasks that they do not enjoy doing themselves.
At the end of the day, you’ll need to make a decision that’s right for you and your specific needs. Every property and every homeowner is unique, so finding a company that suits your wants and needs will be key.
Keep in mind that it’s very valuable to have one company handle everything as there is continuity of service. Sometimes we do find that homeowners hire a mowing company but then later add on a lawn care service and/or a landscaping service. With multiple different companies visiting your property, situations can arise where one is blaming the other. For instance, maybe your lawn is yellowing and your mowing service is saying it’s the lawn care provider but the lawn care company is saying it’s the mowers!
Ultimately, when you have one company handling everything, there is greater accountability, better results, and overall consistency.
Bundled services can also reduce overall costs in the long run.
FAQs on Residential Landscape Maintenance Costs
Hopefully, you’re already getting a much better understanding of what goes into landscape maintenance pricing. Here are some remaining common questions we get asked.
Why is one company so much more expensive than another?
The bottom line is that not all landscape maintenance services are created equally. Lower-priced companies tend to include fewer services, spend less time on your property or visit less frequently.
How does labor and equipment factor in?
People, training, and equipment all matter. Experienced, well-trained crews using professional-grade equipment typically deliver better results and help prevent costly landscape problems. Professional companies invest more behind the scenes.
Licensing, insurance, safety programs, quality control, and responsive customer service all contribute to a higher level of protection and reliability. Focus on long-term value and not just price. Quality landscape maintenance protects your home's curb appeal, plant health, and property value, often saving money over time.
Can I save money by doing some work myself?
Yes, for simple tasks you can save some money and do some work yourself. Watering, weeding, deadheading flowers, and picking up leaves between service visits can help reduce maintenance costs and are tasks that our clients sometimes handle on their own.
But know when to call a professional.
Proper pruning, fertilization, irrigation adjustments, pest management, and plant health care require specialized knowledge and mistakes can be expensive to correct. Think long-term, not just short-term savings. Regular professional maintenance helps protect your landscape investment, improves curb appeal, and can prevent costly repairs or plant replacements.
How do I compare quotes fairly?
Compare the scope of work and not just the price. Make sure each proposal includes the same services, visit frequency, and level of detail so you're making an apples-to-apples comparison.
You also must evaluate the company, not just the quote. Consider experience, reputation, insurance, employee training, communication, warranties, and online reviews…not just the lowest bid.
And be sure to ask what's not included. Clarify any additional charges for seasonal cleanups, shrub pruning, mulch, irrigation repairs, fertilization, or other services that may not be part of the base price. You may be surprised to learn that it wasn’t as inexpensive as you thought it was if certain services were left out!
Choosing Landscape Maintenance Services in North Texas
When it comes to choosing landscape maintenance services here in North Texas, you have plenty of options. We find that many homeowners do appreciate hiring a company that can handle everything all under one roof.
One of the benefits of choosing a full-service landscape maintenance company is that you have a go-to provider for all your landscape needs. Some landscapers only cut grass and they probably aren’t qualified to provide maintenance for your landscape. Some landscapers do a great job at mowing but aren’t qualified to care for your total landscape. Ultimately, it’s best to find a landscape maintenance provider who can do it all (and do it well).
If you are on the hunt for a landscape provider in North Texas to help, we’d love for you to consider Grassperson. We’ll help you put your worries to rest by making helpful recommendations that will protect your investment in your property without overspending. At the end of the day, we want the best for you!
Ready to have a truly impressive Northern Texas property without any hassles? Get in touch with us so we can talk about a year-round, Total Maintenance approach to landscaping.
