Lawn Care Cost in Lexington SC: 2026 Pricing Guide

Weekly mowing for a standard Lexington residential lot (5,000-10,000 sq ft) runs $35-$55 per visit. That includes mowing, edging, trimming, and blowing clippings off hard surfaces. Smaller lots (under 5,000 sq ft): $35-$40. Larger lots (10,000-20,000 sq ft): $55-$75. Annual mowing cost for a standard lot on a weekly program: $1,200-$1,800 (36-40 visits, March through November).

Standalone fertilization: $50-$80 per application. A typical Bermuda lawn needs 4-6 applications per year ($200-$480 annually). Centipede usually needs much less fertilizer, and over-application can cause problems. Pre-emergent herbicide (February): $40-$60. Post-emergent spot treatment: $30-$50 per visit. Weed-and-feed combination programs: $150-$350/year. A Clemson Extension soil test ($6) eliminates guesswork and prevents over-application -- the cheapest investment in lawn care.

Overseeding (Fescue shade areas): $100-$250. Grub prevention: $50-$100. Dethatching (power rake): $150-$300. Sod repair (per pallet, 450 sq ft): $200-$350 installed. Leaf removal (per visit): $150-$400. Irrigation startup/winterization: $50-$100 each. These are typically one-time or seasonal add-ons to a regular mowing program. Most homeowners add aeration and one leaf removal pass to their base mowing plan.

Complete Care (all above + aeration + overseeding + grub prevention + soil test): $2,400-$3,200/year. Premium (Complete Care + leaf removal + irrigation management): $3,200-$4,500/year. All programs are billed monthly for convenience. Annual contracts can offer better value than paying per visit.

Bermuda (most common in Lexington): highest maintenance cost. Needs weekly mowing March-November, 4-6 fertilizer apps, and dethatching every 2-3 years. Annual cost: $1,800-$3,200. Centipede: lowest maintenance. Mow every 10-14 days, 2 fertilizer apps, minimal weed pressure. Annual cost: $1,000-$1,800. Zoysia: moderate maintenance. Slower growth means less mowing, but needs more frequent sharpening (dense grass dulls blades faster). Annual cost: $1,400-$2,400. Fescue (shade areas only): needs fall overseeding every year ($100-$250) because it thins in SC summer heat. Annual cost comparable to Bermuda.

Lot size is the primary driver. Beyond that: grass type (Bermuda needs more mowing than Centipede), terrain (slopes, obstacles, narrow gates), service frequency, and program comprehensiveness. Properties with heavy tree cover need more leaf management and shade-grass overseeding. Neighborhoods like South Lake and Saluda Pointe with HOA lawn standards often require the Mow + Feed tier minimum. Properties along Lake Murray tend to have more diverse grass types due to varying sun exposure.

Equipment upfront: riding mower ($1,500-$3,000), push mower ($300-$600), string trimmer ($100-$250), edger ($150-$300), blower ($100-$200). Total: $600-$4,000. Annual maintenance: blades, belts, oil, gas ($100-$200). Your time: 1-2 hours per week, 36-40 weeks/year. At $45/week professional mowing, DIY can pay off over time for a push-mower property, but not right away. But you also invest 40-80 hours per year. For fertilization and weed control, the math often favors professional treatment, since the timing and application matter. Improper DIY application wastes product, damages grass, or misses the timing window.

The best lawn care quotes come from an on-site visit, not a phone estimate. An on-site visit lets a pro measure the lawn, note the grass type, and account for obstacles and terrain before giving a fixed monthly price. No surprises, no hourly billing. For mowing-only service, most companies can quote from a satellite photo. For full programs including fertilization, a soil test ($6 via Clemson Extension) is the foundation of an accurate recommendation. Call (839) 250-1959 or use our AI-powered smart quote tool for an instant ballpark.