How Much Does Lawn Care Cost in Canada?

Lawn care in Canada can mean anything from a quick weekly mow to a full-season program with fertilizing, weed control and aeration. For most Canadian homeowners, expect to pay roughly $30 to $100 per visit for mowing, or $1,200 to $2,500 for a full-service seasonal package covering April through October. This guide breaks down 2026 pricing by service, lawn size and region so you can budget with confidence and compare quotes from local pros.

Lawn Mowing Cost Per Visit, Monthly and Seasonal

Basic lawn mowing is the most common service and the easiest to price. Across Canada, a single visit typically runs $30 to $100, with smaller city lots at the low end and large or sloped properties at the top. Frequency matters: weekly service usually carries the lowest per-visit rate because the grass stays manageable, while bi-weekly cuts cost more per visit since taller grass takes longer.

• Per visit (typical Canadian lawn): $30 to $100
• Weekly service: lowest per-visit rate; often $30 to $60
• Bi-weekly service: higher per cut due to longer grass
• Monthly (4 weekly visits): roughly $120 to $300
• Full mowing season (April to October): often $600 to $1,200+

Regional rates vary. Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area sit at the higher end (commonly $50 to $100 per visit), Calgary and Edmonton tend to land around $40 to $80, and small Vancouver yards can start near $30 to $50.

Lawn Care Programs: Fertilizing, Weed Control, Aeration and Overseeding

Beyond mowing, most homeowners invest in a lawn health program. These services are usually sold individually or bundled into a seasonal plan, and bundling typically costs less than booking each treatment separately.

• Fertilization (per application): $50 to $100; seasonal program of 4 to 6 applications $200 to $600
• Weed control: $300 to $600 per season for a medium yard
• Aeration: $70 to $150 per session
• Overseeding: $50 to $100 (aeration plus overseeding bundled often $140 to $210)
• Pest or disease control: $75 to $250 per treatment
• Full-service seasonal program (mowing, fertilizing, weed control, aeration, cleanups): $1,200 to $2,500

A standard four- to six-step fertilization and weed-control program from national providers is the most popular package. Estate or irregular properties with extra square footage commonly run $2,500 or more per season.

Lawn Care Cost by Lawn Size

Square footage is the single biggest driver of price. Most companies price mowing in tiers based on lawn area, and the same logic applies to treatments since more turf means more product and labour.

• Small lawn (up to 1,000 sq ft): $25 to $50 per mow
• Medium lawn (1,000 to 3,000 sq ft): $45 to $80 per mow
• Large lawn (3,000 to 5,000 sq ft): $70 to $100 per mow
• Extra-large lawn (5,000+ sq ft): $90 to $150+ per mow

For full lawn renovation, expect $2 to $3 per square foot for resodding a new lawn, while hydroseeding is far cheaper at roughly $0.13 to $0.18 per square foot.

Spring and Fall Cleanup Costs

Seasonal cleanups bookend the growing season. Spring cleanup clears winter debris, dead growth and matted grass to prep the lawn, while fall cleanup handles leaf removal and bed clearing before snow. Fall jobs tend to cost more because of heavier leaf volume.

• Spring cleanup: $100 to $300 (Edmonton lots commonly $150 to $250+)
• Fall cleanup: $200 to $600
• Either cleanup per session (full-service): $150 to $500

Price climbs when a cleanup adds extras like mulch topdressing, fertilization, sod repair or drainage inspection on top of basic raking and debris removal.

DIY vs Pro: What Affects Price and How to Choose

Doing it yourself saves on labour but adds equipment, fuel, fertilizer, seed and time. A basic push mower, trimmer and seasonal products can total a few hundred dollars up front, with ongoing supply costs each season. Hiring a pro costs more per task but bundles expertise, equipment and consistent results, which matters most for treatments like weed control and aeration where timing and product choice affect outcomes.

When comparing quotes, the main factors that move price are:

• Lawn size and total square footage
• Service frequency (weekly vs bi-weekly vs one-time)
• Add-on treatments (fertilizing, weed control, aeration, overseeding)
• Grass and soil condition, plus weed pressure
• Region and local demand (Ontario and the GTA run highest)
• Terrain complexity, slopes, obstacles and travel distance

To choose well, decide whether you want one-time help (a single mow or cleanup) or a recurring program, then get at least two or three quotes from local providers. Bundling mowing with fertilization, aeration and seasonal cleanups almost always beats booking each service separately. Browse vetted lawn care professionals on Experts.ca to compare options in your city.

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