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.

Chinch Bug Prevention: Protect Your Lawn Before It's Too Late

Why This Year is One of the Worst for Chinch Bugs in North Texas

Take a good look at the pictures in this video—anything like that going on in your Midlothian or Prosper lawn? If not yours, what about your neighbors? From what we've seen so far, odds are someone very close to you has a chinch bug infestation or at least chinch bug damage.

Why Chinch Bugs Are So Bad This Year

This year is quickly becoming one of the worst years for chinch bugs that we've seen in North Texas. The combination of extreme heat and drought conditions has created the perfect storm for chinch bug populations to explode. These tiny pests thrive in hot, dry weather—exactly what we've been experiencing.

Preventative Treatment is Key

Whether you see signs of damage or not, it's always a good idea to get a chinch bug application down. At Vista Lawn and Pest, we do a bifenthrin application for all clients this time of year, regardless of whether chinch bugs are currently active or not.

How Bifenthrin Protects Your Lawn

Bifenthrin is a highly effective insecticide that:

Kills any active chinch bugs in your lawn immediately
Provides 30-45 days of protection from future infestations
Works as both a treatment and preventative measure
Can be found at most garden centers for DIY application

Why You Can't Wait

Remember, chinch bugs can destroy a lawn in a matter of days! Once damage becomes visible, significant harm has already been done. By the time you notice brown patches spreading across your turf, chinch bugs have been feeding for days or even weeks.

The best approach is prevention—not reaction.

Signs of Chinch Bug Activity

Even if your lawn looks healthy now, watch for these warning signs:

Small irregular brown patches in sunny areas
Damage near driveways, sidewalks, or hot spots
Grass that looks drought-stressed despite adequate watering
Patches that spread rapidly in just days
Neighbors with visible lawn damage

Act Now—There's No Reason Not To

Get out there ASAP and get an application down. With chinch bug populations at record highs this year and conditions remaining favorable for these pests, preventative treatment is the smartest investment you can make in your lawn's health.

Don't wait until you see damage—by then it may be too late to save large sections of your turf.

Professional Chinch Bug Control

At Vista Lawn and Pest, our comprehensive lawn care programs in Midlothian and Prosper include seasonal insect control treatments timed to prevent chinch bug outbreaks before they start. Combined with our fertilization and weed control services, we keep your lawn healthy and protected year-round.

Protect your lawn investment—treat for chinch bugs now!

Watch the video below to see what chinch bug damage looks like and learn how to protect your North Texas lawn from this devastating pest.

For professional chinch bug prevention and lawn care services in Midlothian and Prosper, contact Vista Lawn and Pest.

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Don't Let Chinch Bugs Destroy Your Lawn!

‍This year's conditions are perfect for chinch bug damage. Vista Lawn and Pest provides preventative bifenthrin treatments and comprehensive pest control in Midlothian and Prosper. Contact us today to protect your lawn before it's too late!