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Happy New year and thanks for another great mowing!
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Excellent job! I'm moving soon-am glad to have had your services while living at McCowan Way.
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As usual my grass looks great!! Also pulled some weeds. Outstanding job
Altoona, IA - Nov 4, 2024

Altoona Lawn Care Facts & Resources

Lawn tip of the week

Did you know? There are approximately 50 million acres of grass in the United States. Approximately 21 million of those acres are in our front and back yards.

Grass Cutting Height Preferences
Long (6-7 inches) 2%
Medium (4-5 inches) 23%
Short (2-3 inches) 75%

Lawn Care Facts

Average Yard Size 10,874 sq ft
Average Mowing Price $46.95
   
Weekly Cuts 41%
Biweekly Cuts 25%
Monthly Cuts 34%
Lawns Fertilized 9%
Lawns with Leaf Removal 6%
Aerated Lawns 3%
Yards with Cleanups 15%
Days That Are Sunny 4%
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FAQ About Lawn Maintenance in Altoona

What's the best way to maintain your lawn?

In the Altoona area, maintaining a lush, green lawn involves a number of things, from consistent mowing, to weeding, watering, fertilization aeration and more. The average lawn size here in Altoona is 10,874 square feet, which typically takes 98 minutes to mow if you do it yourself.

Additionally, you'll want to fertilize your lawn 7 times per year, with each application tailored to that time of year. It's also a good idea to get a soil test done once every 2-4 years to ensure your soil isn't lacking key nutrients. Professional fertilization in Altoona averages about $51 per application, and includes spot weed treatment.

Aeration is a process that relieves compaction, helps grass establish roots, and allows air and nutrients to reach the soil. Ideally, you should aerate once per year, every three years at the very minimum. Despite it's importance, only 3 percent of Altoona homeowners get aeration. Aeration in Altoona costs $126 on average, but depends on lawn size, and should be done in spring or fall.

Finally, watering is critical. You'll generally want to water in the morning before 07:07 or in the evening after 20:06 so the water does not evaporate. Altoona does not have watering restrictions.


How much does it cost to have your lawn mowed in Altoona?

While the average cost of grass cutting in Altoona is $38.11, the price depends primarily on lawn size and mowing frequency.

Here is the average price in Altoona by lawn size:

  • 1/8 Acre: $36.5
  • 1/4 Acre: $45.5
  • 1/3 Acre: $45.5
  • 1/2 Acre: $61.2

Here is the average mowing price by frequency:

  • Weekly: $30.87
  • Biweekly: $42.68
  • Monthly: $46.87

Two other factors that can increase price are corner lots and gates. In Altoona, 65% of homes are on a corner lot, and 47% of homes have backyard gates.


Can I get fined for not cutting my lawn?

First, you'll have to check your Homeowners Association rules. In Altoona, 57% of homeowners are part of a HOA, and most HOAs have restrictions on grass and overgrown bushes.

Altoona, IA Top 3 Lawn Care Pros

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Thomas Roche
Hello, I offer lawn care services such as mowing, trimming, edging, weed removal, fertilizing, and more. I can also help with snow removal services. Thanks for your business, have a great day.
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Altoona, IA 50009
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TKomo Dabner
I'm an outgoing driven person who loves to work and hopes to share my knowledge with others, so hopefully they can have their own business as well. I have done lawn care since I was a kid even landscaping, I enjoy working with my hands and being outside. I've learned that heat and cold can be an issue but with proper precautions, the job gets done, and it all works out in the long run.
TKO PROS
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1722 Washington Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314
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Sean Gathercole
I started my business about 10 years ago. Just to say I could do it, and I fell in love with working outdoors. I'm not one of the big companies that are out there. Now I'm only me, and what you see is what you get, but know this, I give it my all and am always asking myself if I would want my yard to look like this.
Seans complete lawn and landscaping
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423 East Philip Street
Des Moines, IA 50315

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RONALD J.'s Lawn Maintenance service result
"Another great job! thank you!"
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RONALD J. - May 27, 2024 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Maintenance by Raymond Mccarthy
Raymond Mccarthy's Lawns Maintenance
Sydney C.'s Lawn Mowing service result
"Looks good"
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Sydney C. - May 11, 2024 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Mowing by Clinton Sandoval
Sandoval's Lawns Treatment
Mark D.'s Lawn Mowing service result
"Excellent!!"
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Mark D. - May 07, 2024 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Mowing by William Lester
William's Lawns & Garden
Chris G.'s Yard Cutting service result
"Perfect"
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Chris G. - May 03, 2024 - Altoona, IA
Yard Cutting by Isaac Oconnor
Oconnor's Lawns And Garden Inc
George S.'s Lawn Service service result
"Shawn did a nice job in a tough situation. I worked for a mowing service for three summers. We did not like mowing wet or long but circumstances often dictated otherwise. Again considering the circumstances Shawn did a very nice job."
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George S. - May 02, 2024 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Service by Shawn Green
Iowa Lawn and Plow, LLC
Amber K.'s Lawn Service service result
"Thank you!"
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Amber K. - Apr 10, 2024 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Service by Curtis Burns
C. Burns's Lawns Treeatment & Lawnscape INC
Laura N.'s Lawn Care service result
"It looks great, thank you!"
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Laura N. - Apr 06, 2024 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Care by Forrest Carney
Carney's Landscaping
Rosana E.'s Lawn Mowing Service service result
"Excellent job, thank you!"
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Rosana E. - Mar 30, 2024 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Mowing Service by Calvin Bird
Bird's Lawns Care Service
Francis T.'s Lawn Service service result
"Do good job !"
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Francis T. - Mar 25, 2024 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Service by Andre Maldonado
Maldonado's Lawns Treeatment & Lawnscap
Ross M.'s Lawn Service service result
"Happy New year and thanks for another great mowing!"
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Ross M. - Jan 02, 2024 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Service by Samuel Trevino
S. Treevino's Lawns And Landscape
Billie M.'s Grass Cutting service result
"Merry Christmas!"
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Billie M. - Dec 10, 2023 - Altoona, IA
Grass Cutting by Norman Wilson
Wilson's Lawns And Garden
phillip C.'s Lawn Mowing service result
"Excellent job! I'm moving soon-am glad to have had your services while living at McCowan Way."
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phillip C. - Nov 01, 2023 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Mowing by Brandon Sweeney
Brandon's Lawns
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"Yard looks great! Thank you!!"
Erick H. - Oct 14, 2023 - Altoona, IA
Yard Cutting by Bradley Rivers (Bradley Rivers's Garden Service)
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"Looks good"
Marian C. - Oct 10, 2023 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Mowing by Philip Espinosa (Philip's Lawns)
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"Forgot to trim front yard bush."
Jessica O. - Sep 29, 2023 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Service by Robert Schmidt (R. Schmidt's Lawns Care Service)
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"For as over grown as the yard was they did an amazing job, I look forward to watching this yard come back to life with future lawn services. Thanks a million!"
Angela S. - Sep 21, 2023 - Altoona, IA
Lawn Mowing Service by Spencer Rhodes (Rhodes's Lawns & Landscape)
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Service Recommendations in Altoona

LawnStarter pros will let you know what your lawn needs. Here are some recent recommendations for lawn care services in Altoona, IA.

Pro Recommendation for General Landscape Improvements
Recommended by Carlos Bond
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Location: Altoona, IA
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Yard Size: 6,768 square feet
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Price: $25.32
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Location (from the street): Right side Fence repair, one door may need to be replaced because it is warped. I can provide that service but it is not included in this quote.
Pro Recommendation for Yard Debris Removal
Recommended by Carlos Bond
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Location: Altoona, IA
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Yard Size: 4,109 square feet
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Price: $253.16
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Location (from the street): Full yard Clean leaves from all areas of the yard, clean the drain so that flooding will not occur. Bag and dispose of at the curb.
Pro Recommendation for Yard Cleanup
Recommended by Leon Donaldson
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Location: Altoona, IA
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Yard Size: 9,621 square feet
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Price: $50.63
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Location (from the street): Full yard, Front yard, Left side, Back yard, Right side Clean up weeds around property and driveway long sidewalk
Pro Recommendation for Other Lawn Maintenance
Recommended by Peter Johns
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Location: Altoona, IA
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Yard Size: 8,784 square feet
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Price: $253.16
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Location (from the street): Back yard Stump grinding in the backyard by the pool area...
Pro Recommendation for Yard Cleanup
Recommended by Steven Camacho
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Location: Altoona, IA
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Yard Size: 8,700 square feet
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Price: $278.05
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Location (from the street): Full yard P/U all tree debris & detritus...utilize yard waste bins onsite for everything except tree limbs, branches & compost piles (disposal fees TBD)
Pro Recommendation for Leaf Raking And Cleaning
Recommended by Brendan Page
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Location: Altoona, IA
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Yard Size: 7,674 square feet
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Price: $85
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Location (from the street): Back yard Clean up flower beds, remove leaves and haul away.

Top Altoona, IA Lawn Services of November 2024

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Thomas Roche
Altoona, IA 50009
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Hello, I offer lawn care services such as mowing, trimming, edging, weed removal, fertilizing, and more. I can also help with snow removal services. Thanks for your business, have a great day.
#2
TKO PROS
Altoona, IA
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(27 Ratings)
Did good
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Seans complete lawn and landscaping
Altoona, IA
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(8 Ratings)
I started my business about 10 years ago. Just to say I could do it, and I fell in love with working outdoors. I'm not one of the big companies that are out there. Now I'm only me, and what you see is what you get, but know this, I give it my all and am always asking myself if I would want my yard to look like this.
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J C Enterprises
Altoona, IA
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(249 Ratings)
I want to be of service to the community to help everyone in any way. I want to do my part and contribute to making it an even better place. A honest, hardworking individual who not only will do a great job but also provide great customer service. I really value providing the best customer service and earning not only your business but your trust as well.
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Ramirez lawn and landscaping
Altoona, IA
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(33 Ratings)
I have been doing landscaping for over 20 years. I enjoy transforming my clients' yards into their dream yards. I enjoy providing mowing and clean-up services for people so they can have one less stress. I know life can get stressful. I love having my own company and meeting so many new people.
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Iowa Fence Inc
Altoona, IA
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(65 Ratings)
Hi Beth, the yard looks good. Please remember the hill to the north is all included in the yard. It's not the neighbors
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On The Green
Altoona, IA
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(27 Ratings)
Everything looked great and damon was friendly and on time as he said
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My buddy Jimmy
Altoona, IA
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I've been doing landscaping for years. I'm the best and fastest and do the highest quality work. I work at a startup print company during the day. I'm available in the evening hours and on weekends. I promise you I will go above and beyond with your landscaping needs. I can fit everything in my Cruz. I'm saving for a truck. I'm a professional, and I look forward to your business.
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Cleaner space debris removal & Property services llc
Altoona, IA
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Hi, I'm Justin. I started Cleaner Space Debris Removal & Property Services one year ago. My crew and I enjoy working outdoors (yard work), and we take pride in what we do, along with the services we offer. It is with great pleasure to offer them to you and yours.
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Central Iowa outdoors
Altoona, IA
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We started in business to provide customers with an extraordinary experience in the landscaping area. We strive to make it simple from step one to the conclusion of your project. We care deeply about how our work looks and the functionality that it establishes in your yard.
LawnStarter service area around  Altoona IA

Neighborhoods we service in Altoona, IA

Beaverdale
Downtown Des Moines
Fairground
Frisbie Park
Ingersoll Park
Lower Beaver
Meredith
Merle Hay
North Of Grand
Northeast 88th St
Oak Park
Prairie Vista
Sherman Hill
Southwestern Hills
Waterbury
Waveland Park
Waveland Woods
Westwood
Willow Ridge
Woodland Heights
Zip Codes
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