How much does lawn care cost in DFW?

Based on research from 8 different lawn care companies in the DFW area, the average cost is $70 per application for minimum-sized lawns (2,000-5,000 square feet). Prices range from $50 to $80 per application, with most companies falling near the $70 average. This covers fertilization and weed control services in Midlothian, Prosper, Mansfield, and surrounding areas.

What size lawn gets the $70 per application pricing?

The $70 average price applies to minimum-sized lawns ranging from 2,000 to 5,000 square feet. This represents approximately 65% of homeowners in the DFW area. Larger lawns will cost more and require custom quotes based on actual measurement.

How many lawn care applications per year should I expect?

The number of applications varies by company, ranging from 5 to 9 applications per year. At $70 per application, annual costs range from approximately $350 (5 applications) to $630 (9 applications). More applications typically mean better weed control and healthier turf throughout the year.

What's included in a typical lawn care application?

A typical lawn care application at the $70 price point includes granular or liquid fertilizer, pre-emergent herbicide (spring and fall), post-emergent weed control as needed, and professional application. Some companies also include fire ant treatment. Specialty treatments like fungicides, grub control, or aeration typically cost extra.

Why won't some lawn care companies give pricing over the phone?

Some companies require in-person quotes to accurately measure the lawn, assess its condition, and identify specific problems. However, most reputable companies can provide approximate pricing ranges over the phone for standard-sized lawns. Vista Lawn and Pest believes in transparent pricing and is happy to provide ballpark estimates before scheduling an exact quote.

Does Vista Lawn and Pest serve Midlothian and Prosper?

Yes, Vista Lawn and Pest provides comprehensive fertilization and weed control services in Midlothian, Prosper, Mansfield, and surrounding North Texas communities with competitive pricing and transparent quotes.

When should I apply fall pre-emergent in Midlothian, Mansfield, or North Texas?

For homeowner-grade products, apply between mid-August and early September following Neil Sperry's guidance. Professional lawn care services in Midlothian, Mansfield, Arlington, Prosper, Cedar Hill, and Waxahachie apply from September through October using professional-grade pre-emergents with 6-9 months residual control.

What's the difference between professional and homeowner pre-emergent products?

Professional pre-emergents have early post-emergent activity that kills weeds even after germination and provide 6-9 months residual control. Homeowner products must be applied before germination and only offer 90 days of control.

Is Neil Sperry wrong about fall pre-emergent timing?

No, Neil Sperry is correct for homeowner-grade products. His mid-August to early September timing is accurate for retail pre-emergent products. Professional lawn care companies use different products with extended control, allowing September-October applications.

What weeds does fall pre-emergent control in North Texas?

Fall pre-emergent applications in Midlothian, Mansfield, and DFW primarily target winter annual weeds including Poa annua (annual bluegrass) and rescue grass. Professional products can control these even after early germination stages.

Book Your Christmas Lights Now—Before Schedules Fill Up!

Christmas Light Season Is Here at Vista Lawn and Pest

It is the end of October, and what that means for us at Vista Lawn and Pest is that it's Christmas light season! As you can see in the video, we've been putting up wreaths, garland, and lights all over Founders' Row in Midlothian, getting ready for our big event coming up in December—Christmas at Founders.

Why We Install in October

We do that now in October and put all this stuff up because we have no time in November—we're putting up all the lights for our customers in Midlothian, Prosper, and surrounding areas!

The reality of Christmas light scheduling:

October: Wide availability, plenty of installation dates
November: Schedule fills rapidly
Closer to Thanksgiving: Extremely limited availability
After Thanksgiving: Often completely booked

Book Early for Best Results

The earlier you get with us, the better. If you want to do Christmas lights, if you're wanting to get an estimate, or you're thinking about it, let us know as soon as possible.

Why early booking matters:The closer we get to Thanksgiving, the busier and busier and busier we get! The schedule gets booked up because a lot of people like to wait till the last minute to get a quote for Christmas lights and have us put them up.

Benefits of booking now:

Choose your preferred installation date
No rush or stress as holidays approach
Lights up when YOU want them
Beat the Thanksgiving booking rush
Guaranteed spot on our schedule
Time to plan your perfect display

Don't Wait Until the Last Minute

So if you're considering it or toying with the idea, just let us know. We'll be glad to come out and give you an estimate. It's FREE to do that, and then we can go from there.

Our FREE estimate includes:

Complete property assessment
Custom design recommendations
Detailed pricing breakdown
Timeline for installation
No obligation whatsoever
Professional consultation

What Vista Lawn and Pest Provides

Professional Christmas light services:

Commercial-grade LED lights
Expert installation
Custom design for your home
Safe, professional techniques
Complete removal after season
Storage included (optional)

Why homeowners choose professional installation:

No ladder climbing (safety!)
Professional, stunning results
Saves time during busy holidays
High-quality commercial lights
Installation AND removal included
Stress-free holiday decorating

More Christmas Light Information Coming

Keep watching our channel because we are going to be talking a lot about Christmas lights here for the next few weeks!

Upcoming topics:

LED vs. incandescent lights
Commercial vs. residential grade
Design ideas and trends
Installation tips and techniques
Common mistakes to avoid

Christmas at Founders' Row

Be sure to check out Christmas at Founders' Row in Midlothian this December to see our professional Christmas light work on full display! It's a beautiful community event that showcases what's possible with quality lights and expert installation.

Schedule Your FREE Estimate Today

Don't get left off the schedule! The best installation dates are booking up right now. Contact Vista Lawn and Pest today for your FREE Christmas light estimate in Midlothian or Prosper.

If you have any questions about Christmas light installation, feel free to let us know. We're here to help make your holidays bright and stress-free!

Watch the video below to see our team installing Christmas decorations at Founders' Row and hear why booking early is so important!

For FREE Christmas light estimates and professional installation in Midlothian and Prosper, contact Vista Lawn and Pest today.

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Get Your FREE Christmas Light Estimate Today!

Don't wait until it's too late! Vista Lawn and Pest provides professional Christmas light installation with FREE estimates in Midlothian and Prosper. Our schedule fills fast as we approach Thanksgiving—contact us NOW to secure your preferred installation date and enjoy a spectacular holiday display!

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