Any time that you plan to invest in a service, you want to ensure you’re performing your due diligence and understand what it’s going to cost. It’s no different with lawn care services.
If you’ve done any research on lawn care cost here in the Seacoast region, you probably already know that there is some variation in lawn care prices. This can be confusing as you might think you’re paying for the “same thing” from each company…so why is there so much difference in price?
The truth is, there are many factors that go into pricing lawn care services and you aren’t actually getting the same exact services (or results) from one company to the next.
In this article, we’ll dive into more detail about what to expect from lawn care pricing. At the end of the day, we want to help you be a wise consumer.
We will cover:
What Affects Lawn Care Cost in New England?
What is the Monthly Cost of Lawn Care?
What Should be Included in my Lawn Care Price?
Choosing Lawn Care in Southern NH, Northeastern Massachusetts, and Southern Maine
What Affects Lawn Care Cost in New England?
Before we can answer this question, we have to explain that one of the biggest misconceptions about lawn care companies is that they’re all the same, with the exception of what they charge.
While it’s true that many lawn care companies do offer similar lawn care services (things like fertilization and weed control) everything from how these services are performed to what products are used can be quite different. And this can have a significant impact on cost.
Here are some of the main factors affecting price:
Customer Experience
One factor that’s not always considered when talking about lawn care services is the customer experience you can expect. When you hire someone to take care of your lawn, you want to know that all of your needs are going to be met. That includes communication. If you reach out with a question or want to talk to someone at your lawn care company, you want them to be robust enough to be able to handle your needs. That might mean you pay a little more than you would for the bare-bones company, but if there’s a problem or a question, you also know it will be handled.
Trained Technicians
Along with “best practices” comes the use of highly trained, properly licensed technicians. The technician who comes to treat your lawn needs to be paid for their time, and these labor costs are included in the price for lawn care services. Ultimately, you want to be paying for well-trained technicians who will get the job done right as this will directly affect your results.
Products Used
The types of lawn care products used by a lawn care company will directly impact what you pay for their services. When a company uses a higher quality product, you’ll usually spend a little more for their services. But because higher quality products produce better results, it’s worth paying a little bit more. When lawn care companies skimp on cheap products (to try and keep costs down), your results can be impacted.
Application Methods
As with any service you have performed around your home, there are “best practices” that should be used when this service is being completed. It’s no different with lawn care. There are right ways to do things…and there are rushed ways. You don’t want a company that cuts corners.
As you can imagine, all of these factors can affect lawn care prices and are some of the key reasons why one company might charge more or less than another.
What is the Monthly Cost of Lawn Care?
Most lawn care programs will be structured in a way that you pay per visit. While we can’t tell you what other lawn care companies are doing, at Seacoast Turf Care, we have always promised to be transparent with our lawn care prices.
We have our lawn care services broken into three programs, based on your needs. You will find this information right on our website, with programs starting for as low as $50 per month.
Sometimes a lawn care price seems better than it is because it doesn’t actually include everything you need. That’s why it’s also important to know exactly what you’re getting for your investment. We will cover that next.
What Should be Included in my Lawn Care Price?
When you pay for lawn care services, you expect that you’re getting everything you need to have a healthy lawn. But some lawn care companies get complicated with their pricing by offering their services “a la carte.” You might get to pick and choose what you “want,” but it might not be everything that you “need.”
That’s why we break our services into programs.
Even at the lowest tier, your lawn is getting the most important lawn care services. Upgrading to a higher level can add services such as aeration and overseeding as well as mosquito and tick control.
Sometimes homeowners are tricked into thinking they’re getting an excellent “deal” on lawn care when in reality, they’re missing out on services they really need that were not included. This might only come to light later on when they are unhappy with their results or being upsold more services.
Choosing Lawn Care in Southern NH, Northeastern Massachusetts, and Southern Maine
If your goal is to have a great-looking lawn, then it’s important that you invest in the best lawn care services. That means working with a company that will help set you up for success.
Sometimes this can mean paying a little bit more for a company that you trust will deliver the best results (and experience). You should always feel confident that you understand what you’re paying for (and what you’re getting for your investment).
At Seacoast Turf Care, you can always count on us to be transparent about our pricing and programs. We believe you deserve to have all of the information at your fingertips so that you can make the best choice for your lawn.
Want to learn more about what makes us a great choice for your lawn care needs? Get lawn care pricing for your Southern NH, Southern Maine, or Northeastern Massachusetts property.
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