The Question Everyone Wants Answered
How much does lawn care cost in DFW? Whether you're in Midlothian, Mansfield, or Prosper—how much does it cost? We get the question all the time.
The Pricing Problem
Most companies won't tell you pricing without giving you a quote. One company we contacted wouldn't even give you pricing over the phone!
So we did the research for you just so you would have an idea.
Understanding Lawn Size Variations
Now, here's the thing: Every single lawn is different. Every single lawn would have to be measured to give you an exact price.
But what we did was call a number of different companies and get pricing for the minimum size lawn—from 2,000 to 5,000 square feet. Honestly, that's 65% of homeowners who fall into that category. At least 65% of our customers fall into that minimum size lawn. So that's who we're going to deal with today.
What We Found: The Average Cost
What we found was a broad range from $80 down to $50. So the average price was right at $70 per application.
Research details:
- Called 8 different lawn care companies
- Asked for minimum lawn size pricing (2,000-5,000 sq ft)
- Calculated average across all responses
- One company refused to give pricing over the phone (really annoying and kind of ridiculous)
The bottom line: If you're trying to budget for lawn care services, for fertilization and weed control, $70 for that minimum range is what you're going to end up paying—somewhere around that.
Important Pricing Considerations
A few things to keep in mind:
Application Frequency Varies
The number of applications do vary from company to company. Some of them are five or six applications, some of them are all the way up to nine applications.
What this means: The price for the entire year could be different depending on:
- 5 applications per year: ~$350 annually
- 6 applications per year: ~$420 annually
- 7 applications per year: ~$490 annually
- 8 applications per year: ~$560 annually
- 9 applications per year: ~$630 annually
Important: We're just talking about the true price that you're going to be charged per application for these services.
Every Lawn Needs Measurement
Again, every company's going to have to measure your lawn to give you an exact quote.
Why measurement matters:
- Even small differences affect pricing
- Shape and obstacles impact treatment time
- Actual square footage varies from lot size
- Professional measurement ensures accuracy
What to Ask When Getting Quotes
Make sure you know:
- What services they're providing (just fertilizer? Weed control included?)
- What's all included (pre-emergent? Post-emergent? Both?)
- Number of applications per year
- Their guarantee (what happens if weeds come back?)
- Treatment schedule (when do they come?)
- Additional fees (fuel surcharges? Trip charges?)
Price Ranges by Lawn Size
Estimated pricing for Midlothian and Prosper:
Minimum lawns (2,000-5,000 sq ft):
- Low end: $50 per application
- Average: $70 per application
- High end: $80 per application
Medium lawns (5,000-10,000 sq ft):
- Typically $80-$120 per application
Larger lawns (10,000+ sq ft):
- Custom pricing required
- Often discounted per-square-foot rate
Why Some Companies Won't Quote Over Phone
Reasons for in-person quotes only:
- Need accurate measurement
- Want to assess lawn condition
- Identify specific problems
- Upsell additional services
- Pressure sales tactics (unfortunately)
Red flags: If a company won't even give you a ballpark range over the phone, that's frustrating and unnecessary. Most reputable companies can at least provide approximate pricing for standard-sized lawns.
Getting the Best Value
Focus on value, not just price:
- Cheapest isn't always best
- More applications can mean better results
- Guarantees matter
- Product quality varies
- Customer service is important
- Consistency of service technicians
Vista Lawn and Pest Pricing Philosophy
At Vista Lawn and Pest, we believe in transparent pricing for our Midlothian and Prosper customers. We're happy to provide ballpark estimates over the phone and exact quotes after measuring your property, which we can do over the phone! Our comprehensive fertilization and weed control programs are competitively priced and include:
- Pre-emergent and post-emergent weed control
- Season-appropriate fertilization
- Guaranteed results
- Consistent service
- No hidden fees
Now you know what to expect without having to call and submit all your information to get a quote!
That's what you're looking at: 70 bucks an application is what the average price is right here in DFW.
Watch the video below to hear our full explanation of lawn care pricing in DFW and what you should expect to pay for fertilization and weed control services.
For transparent pricing and professional lawn care in Midlothian and Prosper, contact Vista Lawn and Pest for your free quote.
