{"id":151052,"date":"2026-06-23T09:48:13","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T12:48:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=151052"},"modified":"2026-06-23T09:48:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T12:48:15","slug":"become-a-lawnstarter-pro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/become-a-lawnstarter-pro\/","title":{"rendered":"What It Takes to Become a LawnStarter Pro"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Becoming a LawnStarter lawn care provider requires 3 things: your own mowing equipment, a truck or SUV, and a smartphone to manage jobs.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you already mow lawns for a living or cut grass now for extra income, LawnStarter is a lawn care marketplace that connects you with paying customers in your area. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care-businesses\">Signup is free<\/a> and takes just a few minutes.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide walks through the requirements, the sign-up process, how lawn care providers get paid, how jobs get assigned, and how to decide if joining LawnStarter is the right fit for your business.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-d16fce13-7742-413f-ba6a-f0e1bd94cbef\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">In this article:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/become-a-lawnstarter-pro\/#0-what-is-a-lawnstarter-pro-\" style=\"\">What Is a LawnStarter Pro?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/become-a-lawnstarter-pro\/#1-requirements-to-become-a-lawnstarter-pro-\" style=\"\">Requirements to Become a LawnStarter Pro<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/become-a-lawnstarter-pro\/#2-how-to-sign-up-as-a-lawnstarter-pro-\" style=\"\">How to Sign Up as a LawnStarter Pro<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/become-a-lawnstarter-pro\/#3-how-lawnstarter-pros-get-paid-\" style=\"\">How LawnStarter Pros Get Paid<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/become-a-lawnstarter-pro\/#4-how-you-get-jobs-\" style=\"\">How You Get Jobs<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/become-a-lawnstarter-pro\/#5-is-becoming-a-lawnstarter-pro-worth-it-\" style=\"\">Is Becoming a LawnStarter Pro Worth It?<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/become-a-lawnstarter-pro\/#6-faq-\" style=\"\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes has-medium-font-size\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Key Takeaways:<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>\u2022 <strong>What you need to get started: <\/strong>mower, trimmer, blower, and a smartphone.<br>\u2022 <strong>It\u2019s free to sign up<\/strong>: There&#8217;s no franchise fee, subscription, or upfront cost to sign up to be a LawnStarter pro.<br>\u2022 <strong>LawnStarter brings the customers. You choose which jobs to take.<\/strong> You see the pay before claiming a job, and you get paid weekly through direct deposits.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>    <h2 id=\"0-what-is-a-lawnstarter-pro-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>What Is a LawnStarter Pro?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"519\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lawnstarter-pro-and-client.jpg\" alt=\"LawnStarter pro Justin Stultz talks with a homeowner in a shaded front yard after completing residential lawn care work.\" class=\"wp-image-151053\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lawnstarter-pro-and-client.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lawnstarter-pro-and-client-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lawnstarter-pro-and-client-656x426.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lawnstarter-pro-and-client-150x97.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/lawnstarter-pro-and-client-768x498.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Justin Stultz talking with lawn customer. Photo Credit: Photo from videos shot by Dustin Smith<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A LawnStarter provider is an <strong>independent contractor who uses the LawnStarter Pro app to find and service customers.<\/strong> You&#8217;re not an employee. You run your own business and use LawnStarter as a steady source of nearby work.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Customers sign up through LawnStarter for recurring mowing and other lawn care services. Those jobs are offered to qualified providers nearby through the LawnStarter Pro app, and you claim the ones you want to take.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because the app handles marketing, booking, and payment, your time goes toward mowing instead of chasing leads.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;A healthier, happier lifestyle is what initially got me attracted to lawn care and landscaping, and then once I saw the income potential, I kind of hooked up with LawnStarter as a way to start off the business,\u201d says Justin Stultz, owner of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildflowerlawns.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wildflower Lawn Care<\/a> in Hutto, Texas.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/lawnstarter-seeks-lawn-care-providers\/\">Help Wanted: LawnStarter Seeking Lawn Care Providers<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"1-requirements-to-become-a-lawnstarter-pro-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Requirements to Become a LawnStarter Pro<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To qualify, you need to meet a short list of baseline requirements. Most established lawn care operators already check every box:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Own your lawn care equipment<\/strong>: At a minimum, you must have a lawn mower, string trimmer, and leaf blower.<\/li>    <li><strong>Be at least 18 years old.<\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong>Be legally authorized to work in the United States.<\/strong><\/li>    <li><strong>Own a reliable truck or SUV<\/strong> to haul your equipment between jobs and a valid driver\u2019s license.<\/li>    <li><strong>Have a working smartphone<\/strong> with its GPS enabled to run the LawnStarter Pro app.<\/li>    <li><strong>Pass a background check.<\/strong><\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&#8217;t need a franchise agreement, a marketing budget, or a fleet of trucks. Most providers start with the equipment they already own.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See Related:<\/strong><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-pros\/lawn-care-equipment-needed\/\">Starting a Lawn Care Business: Equipment Needed<\/a><br>&#8212; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawnstarter\/what-lawn-care-services-does-lawnstarter-offer\/\">What Lawn Care Services Does LawnStarter Offer? (Full List)<\/a><\/p>    <h2 id=\"2-how-to-sign-up-as-a-lawnstarter-pro-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>How to Sign Up as a LawnStarter Pro<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-app.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"Hand holding smartphone showing a lawn care quote screen with property map, pricing details, and green lawn background.\" class=\"wp-image-149534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-app.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-app-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-app-656x436.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-app-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-app-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Signing up is free and takes only a few minutes. Most providers receive their first job within days after they complete onboarding, depending on customer demand in their area.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s the process from start to first mow:<\/p>    <ol class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Apply online.<\/strong> Fill out the short form on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care-businesses\">LawnStarter provider page<\/a> and answer a few quick qualification questions about your equipment and eligibility.<\/li>    <li><strong>Create your account.<\/strong> Add your name, business name, and service address, then accept the terms.<\/li>    <li><strong>Download the LawnStarter Pro app.<\/strong> This is where you&#8217;ll set your service location, add your bank details, and claim jobs.<\/li>    <li><strong>Finish onboarding<\/strong> and complete the setup steps in the app.<\/li>    <li><strong>Claim your first job.<\/strong> Once your setup is complete, nearby jobs show up in the app. Accept the ones that fit your schedule and route.<br><\/li> <\/ol>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;The hardest part was finding customers, and \u2026 LawnStarter was a great way to get started with that,\u201d Stultz says.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h2 id=\"3-how-lawnstarter-pros-get-paid-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>How LawnStarter Pros Get Paid<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LawnStarter takes a commission on each completed job, and you keep the rest. That commission covers scheduling, billing, pro support for you in the field, and customer service so you don\u2019t have to deal with unhappy homeowners.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That upfront pricing means there&#8217;s no guessing and no bidding. You always see your pay before you accept a job.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How you get paid and other financial benefits:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>Weekly direct deposit:<\/strong> Earnings are paid out weekly to your bank account. Note: Your very <a href=\"https:\/\/community.lawnstarter.com\/pro-academy\/post\/your-first-payment-takes-about-2-weeks-here-s-why-w8dslY4RaEHcrft\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">first payment takes about 2 weeks<\/a>.<\/li>    <li><strong>Keep 100% of tips:<\/strong> Customers can tip you through the app, and you keep all tips.<\/li>    <li><strong>Tax forms handled:<\/strong> Providers who meet the minimum payout requirement in a calendar year receive a 1099 for tax filing.<\/li> <\/ul>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because the price of the job is shown upfront, you can decide whether it is worth your time before you ever drive to the property. For context on what jobs pay, research typical <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/cost\/lawn-mowing-price\/\">lawn mowing prices<\/a> in your area.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"4-how-you-get-jobs-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>How You Get Jobs<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LawnStarter sends nearby jobs to providers through the app, and you claim the ones you want. This saves you cold-calling or posting flyers to find customers. Jobs are matched by location, so you can build a tight, efficient route instead of crossing town between stops.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lawn care providers who consistently show up on time and earn high ratings move up in performance tiers, which unlocks earlier access to new jobs and other perks. Another perk: Tips for the highest-tier pros \u2013 Platinum pros \u2013 are doubled by LawnStarter.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In other words, doing good work compounds: Better ratings lead to better routing and more steady customers.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also compare notes with other providers in the <a href=\"https:\/\/community.lawnstarter.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LawnStarter Provider Community<\/a>.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"5-is-becoming-a-lawnstarter-pro-worth-it-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Is Becoming a LawnStarter Pro Worth It?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"541\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-Pro.jpg?wsr\" alt=\"LawnStarter pro Carlos stands smiling with arms crossed in a residential yard after completing lawn care work.\" class=\"wp-image-148889\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-Pro.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-Pro-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-Pro-656x444.jpg 656w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-Pro-150x101.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/LawnStarter-Pro-768x519.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">LawnStarter pro Carlos Garza in residential yard. Photo Credit: LawnStarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For an established or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-pros\/ways-to-grow-lawn-care-business\/\">growing lawn care business<\/a>, becoming a LawnStarter provider can be worth it because it removes the hardest part of the job \u2014 finding customers \u2014 and lets you fill in or build out a route without paying for advertising.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You also don\u2019t spend hours every week invoicing customers, collecting payments, and dealing with unhappy customers. We handle all of that for you.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Demand for lawn care is strong and steady across most of the country, and many homeowners would rather pay for lawn care service rather than do it themselves.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LawnStarter is a good fit if you want consistent, local work and would rather mow than market. It&#8217;s a weaker fit if you&#8217;re seeking only one-off jobs or you would rather set your own prices and handle all the back office work yourself.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The bottom line:<\/strong> If you can do quality work and show up on time, LawnStarter gives you a low-risk way to add customers. Just run your business, and the app keeps the jobs coming.<\/p>    <h2 id=\"6-faq-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/h2>    <div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781412948139\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong><strong>Do I Need an LLC?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">LawnStarter works with independent lawn care contractors, so you don&#8217;t need to form an LLC company to start as an independent provider.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1781412955230\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong><strong>Can I Keep Serving My Own Existing Customers?<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. You&#8217;re an independent business, so jobs you claim through LawnStarter are in addition to any customers you already serve on your own.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>    <h2 id=\"7-ready-to-become-a-lawnstarter-pro-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Ready to Become a LawnStarter Pro?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homeowners book recurring service through the app, and independent providers like you claim only the jobs that fit your route. You set up your account and start mowing, while LawnStarter handles the customer acquisition, scheduling, and billing.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have lawn care equipment, a truck or SUV, and a smartphone, the rest is quick. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care-businesses\">Apply to become a LawnStarter pro<\/a>, finish setup in the Pro app, and start claiming jobs in your area.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">LawnStarter brings the customers so you can focus on the work.<\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/lawn-care-businesses\">Apply to become a LawnStarter pro today \u2192<\/a><\/p>    <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Read More:<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-industry\/how-to-start-a-lawn-care-business\/\">How to Start a Lawn Care Business<\/a><\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-07182159-b940-433a-8c2a-2786ef7e5173\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-07182159-b940-433a-8c2a-2786ef7e5173\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-07182159-b940-433a-8c2a-2786ef7e5173\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Sources:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-07182159-b940-433a-8c2a-2786ef7e5173\">  <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Justin Stultz, owner of Wildflower Lawn Care in Hutto, TX. Personal interview.<\/p>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>   <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Main Image: Justin Stultz mows grass beside a shaded sidewalk. Image Credit: Photo from videos shot by Dustin Smith, with Text Overlay using Canva Pro<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To become a LawnStarter pro, you need the right lawn care equipment and a smartphone. 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