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Book in less than 2 minutes: completely online or over the phone.

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Photo of David L.'s yard after getting lawn care in Johnston, IA
This was my first time having my lawn mowed by the team. They were quick and professional and the lawn looks great. Thanks!!
Photo of Aaron B.'s yard after getting lawn care in Johnston, IA
Quit and efficient. Showed up first thing in the morning and knocked it out. Great first experience with him and this service
Photo of Larry H.'s yard after getting lawn care in Johnston, IA
He is efficient and the yard always looks great when he's finished.

Johnston, IA - Oct 15, 2025
Local 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) 21%
Short (2-3 inches) 77%

Lawn Care Facts

Average Yard Size 6,397 sq ft
Average Mowing Price $46.93
   
Weekly Cuts 41%
Biweekly Cuts 25%
Monthly Cuts 34%
Lawns Fertilized 13%
Lawns with Leaf Removal 15%
Aerated Lawns 9%
Yards with Cleanups 13%
Days That Are Sunny 8%

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Meet some of our top Johnston lawn care pros

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Kevin Burns Cuts Grass
7839 Northwest 103rd Street, Johnston, IA 50131
4.77 / 70 reviews
Silver
Background verified
43% of jobs tipped
100% on time
0 day since last job
96% satisfaction rate
Lawn Mowing
Kevin Burns - Kevin Burns Cuts Grass: This is the 4th year I've been working in this field. I've had many years of experience, and not just mowing but also treating lawns for weeds and greener lawns. I hope to work with you and to help you have the yard you are looking for. Sincerely, Kevin.
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Thomas lawn care service
Servicing Johnston
4.69 / 39 reviews
Bronze
97% satisfaction rate
97% on time
100 jobs completed
2 days turnarounds
Tree Care Gutter Cleaning Cleanups Leaf Removal Pressure Washing + more
Thomas Stark - Thomas lawn care service : Been in business since 2008. I mow, weed, and trim all the yards. I also do some hedging and bush work. I can overseed. I never rush a yard, always take my time, and look back over it. I want your yard to look as I would want my own yard to look. To me, customer satisfaction is the first priority.
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Seans complete lawn and landscaping
Servicing Johnston
4.64 / 14 reviews
Rising Star
Background verified
40% of jobs tipped
96% satisfaction rate
1 day turnarounds
92% on time
Cleanups Pressure Washing Bag Clippings Christmas Light install Mulching + more
Sean Gathercole - Seans complete lawn and landscaping: 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 the big companies that are out there now, I'm only me. What you see is what you get, but know this: I give it my all and am always asking myself, would I want my yard to look like this?

Recent Reviews

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Robin B.'s grass cutting service result
He does an excellent job! Please cut grass a half an inch lower, thanks
★★★★★
Robin B. - Aug 15, 2025 -
grass cutting by Trevor Ingram
Midwest Grounds Co.
Irene S.'s lawn service service result
All of your teams need to send "I'm on the way to your house'.
★★★★
Irene S. - May 14, 2024 -
lawn service by George Tobias
Looney's Luna Lawn Service
Marcus R.'s lawn service service result
Great job as usual.
★★★★★
Marcus R. - May 14, 2024 -
lawn service by Mario Luna
Luna Lawn Care
Yakaria B.'s lawn care services service result
Thank you
★★★★★
Yakaria B. - May 12, 2024 -
lawn care services by Ashley Williams
Carroll's landscaping
Jeff b.'s turf care service result
Great work. quick, quiet, and done, just how i wanted it.
★★★★★
Jeff b. - May 12, 2024 -
turf care by Josh Roth
Roth Mowing
John N.'s lawn service service result
Looks amazing, great job! Thank you so much.
★★★★★
John N. - May 04, 2024 -
lawn service by Timothy Muir
Muirwoods Lawn care
David L.'s lawn care service result
Another job well done. Jeremy got right to the task, was quick and professional and completed the service in a very timely manner. Jeremy and his crew take care to be cautious around landscaping, both hard and decretive, and do fantastic work in the clean up process.
★★★★★
David L. - Jun 19, 2025 -
lawn care by Jeremy Parmenter
Grass stains 4 life lawn care, landscaping, snow removal, LLC
Robin B.'s grass cutting service result
Communicates very well, truly cares about my lawn!
★★★★★
Robin B. - Jul 10, 2025 -
grass cutting by Trevor Ingram
Midwest Grounds Co.
Robin B.'s lawn service service result
Great job, got around all the plants, and cleaned up really well!
★★★★★
Robin B. - May 06, 2025 -
lawn service by John Scimeca
Handy Honey Do LLC
Robin B.'s turf care service result
My lawn looks great!
★★★★★
Robin B. - Jul 25, 2025 -
turf care by Trevor Ingram
Midwest Grounds Co.
Robin B.'s lawn care service result
Did not edge on the other side of mailbox
★★★★
Robin B. - Jul 17, 2025 -
lawn care by Trevor Ingram
Midwest Grounds Co.
Robin B.'s lawn care service result
Trevor does a wonderful job! He just needs to pay attention to getting all the trimming done completely.
★★★★
Robin B. - May 29, 2025 -
lawn care by Trevor Ingram
Midwest Grounds Co.
★★★★★
"Everything was done in a proessional manner!!"
William T. - Dec 24, 2023 - Johnston, IA
Lawn Mowing by Christopher Lozano (Lozano's Lawns Treatment And Landscape)
★★★★★
"Looks amazing! Wow!"
Jennifer K. - Oct 10, 2023 - Johnston, IA
Lawn Mowing by Damon Velez (Velez's Lawns Treatment)
★★★★★
"Lawn looks good"
Cynthia M. - Oct 09, 2023 - Johnston, IA
Lawn Mowing by Spencer Sherman (Spencer's Lawns Maintenance)
★★★★
"Thanks"
Anthony L. - Oct 07, 2023 - Johnston, IA
Lawn Mowing by Clarence Rivas (C. Rivas's Landscaping)
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Service Recommendations in Johnston

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

Pro Recommendation for Leaf Raking And Cleanup

Recommended by Terry Kidd
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Location: Johnston, IA
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Yard Size: 16,705 square feet
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Price: $94.94
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Location (from the street): Full yard I will take all the leaves in the garden beds and around the house .

Pro Recommendation for Lawn Cleanup

Recommended by Javier Francis
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Location: Johnston, IA
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Yard Size: 9,349 square feet
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Price: $221.52
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Location (from the street): Full yard Spring cleaning brances and leaf removal get yoi ready for the season

Pro Recommendation for Leaf and Debris Removal

Recommended by Terrance Mercer
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Location: Johnston, IA
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Yard Size: 8,554 square feet
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Price: $151.9
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Location (from the street): Full yard We will pick up all fallen leaves, branches and take away the waste.

Pro Recommendation for Leaf Collection

Recommended by Clarence Rivas
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Location: Johnston, IA
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Yard Size: 3,396 square feet
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Price: $158.23
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Location (from the street): Back yard Backyard only Rake and bag leaves. Will provide bags. Will leave filled bags in front of garage for customer to put out on trash day.

Pro Recommendation for Leaf Raking

Recommended by Tracy Herring
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Location: Johnston, IA
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Yard Size: 11,220 square feet
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Price: $94.94
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Location (from the street): Front yard Pick up all tree limbs and leafs in the front yard. Haul away.

Pro Recommendation for General Landscape Improvements

Recommended by Jim Aguilar
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Location: Johnston, IA
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Yard Size: 5,029 square feet
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Price: $31.65
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Location (from the street): Full yard Will spray treat and kill crab grass and any other weeds growing from driveway and cement

Top Johnston, IA Lawn Services of October 2025

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My buddy Jimmy
Servicing Johnston
5.00 / 2 reviews
New
Background verified
100% satisfaction rate
75% of jobs tipped
100% on time
2 days turnarounds
Weed Pulling Lawn Mowing Leaf Removal Cleanups Tree Trimming + more
Jimmy Connett - My buddy Jimmy: I've been doing landscaping for years. I'm the best, fastest, and do the highest quality work. I work at a startup print company during the day. I'm available evening hours and 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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Jon's Lawn service
Servicing Johnston
5.00 / 1 review
New
Background verified
100% satisfaction rate
100% of jobs tipped
100% on time
2 days turnarounds
Lawn Mowing Gutter Cleaning Cleanups Mulching Leaf Removal + more
Jon Schroeder - Jon's Lawn service: I was just wanting a job so I started mowing for work. Before, I just mowed a few friends that needed help with their lawns. I like doing a good, thorough job on everything. I want you happy with my performance. I look forward to mowing your lawn. Thank you.
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Charlie hustle lawn care
Servicing Johnston
5.00 / 1 review
New
Background verified
100% satisfaction rate
100% of jobs tipped
100% on time
1 day turnarounds
Weed Pulling Bush Trimming Gutter Cleaning Lawn Mowing Cleanups + more
Charles Preuninger - Charlie hustle lawn care: I've been mowing since I was a kid almost 30 years ago, from my grandparents' home to the neighbors or even the business in the middle of town. I work hard and efficiently. I am happy to do it with a smile on my face. I hope to make all customers happy.
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Central Iowa outdoors
Servicing Johnston
5.00 / 1 review
New
Background verified
100% satisfaction rate
100% of jobs tipped
1 day turnarounds
16 services offered
Weed Pulling Tree Trimming Mulching Bag Clippings Gutter Cleaning + more
Nick Graham - Central Iowa outdoors: 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.
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Well Done Gardening
Servicing Johnston
4.55 / 9 reviews
New
Background verified
100% on time
29% of jobs tipped
94% satisfaction rate
2 days turnarounds
Bush Trimming Weed Pulling Lawn Seeding Pressure Washing Tree Care + more
Alejandro Hurtado - Well Done Gardening: Hey future customer, when I'm on your property you never have to worry. I do the job not only complete but better than it should be, take my word. From hedge trimming to weed whacking or a simple cut, I do it all. I have a green thumb and took my business from Florida to now here in Des Moines. Thank you, hope to work together.
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A-1 Lawn and Lawnscapes
6010 Westfalen Court, Johnston, IA 50131
4.45 / 20 reviews
90% satisfaction rate
21% of jobs tipped
2 days turnarounds
6 years in Lawnstarter
Mulching Tree Care Landscaping Pressure Washing Tree Trimming + more
Roumel Thacker - A-1 Lawn and Lawnscapes: Hi, my name is Roumel. Outdoor maintenance has been a passion of mine for 10+ years. My philosophy is, No reason to do something, unless it's at your absolute best! Allow my company the opportunity to maintain your property, even if it's just one time. The results speak for themselves. I look forward to working with you in the near future. Thank you and God bless!
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JS Property Maintenance
8509 Lakeview Drive, Johnston, IA 50131
New
5 services offered
Bag Clippings Leaf Removal Weed Pulling Pressure Washing Lawn Mowing + more
Jordan Stotts - JS Property Maintenance: I started JS Property Maintenance to bring reliable, high-quality home services to the central Iowa area. As a local, I take pride in treating every property like it’s my own. I'm trustworthy, efficient, and committed to doing the job right every time.
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Sonnenburg and Battin Lawn Care
Servicing Johnston
New
1 year in Lawnstarter
9 services offered
Bush Trimming Lawn Mowing Landscaping Leaf Removal Aeration + more
Zachariah Sonnenburg - Sonnenburg and Battin Lawn Care: Hey, my name is Zach. I run a small local lawn care and landscaping company and I'm willing to give you quality work. I want to make sure you are happy with what your money goes towardsu2014a good yard. Patience and happiness can go a long way with a customer relationship.
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FATE HAPPENED Yard Renovations
Servicing Johnston
3.16 / 6 reviews
7 years in Lawnstarter
92% on time
3 days turnarounds
84% satisfaction rate
Landscaping Mulching
Fredrick pace - FATE HAPPENED Yard Renovations: I've been in business for the last 22 years doing landscaping. I do handyman services and home renovations, which include yard renovations as well. I'm a simple jack of many trades. For indoor or outdoor projects, I'm your guy.
LawnStarter service area around  Johnston IA

Neighborhoods we service in Johnston, IA

Arbor Peaks
Beaverdale
Bloomfield-Allen
Downtown Des Moines
Drake
Fairground
Frisbie Park
Greater South Side
Greenwood
Ingersoll Park
Linden Heights
Lower Beaver
Meredith
Merle Hay
North Of Grand

Zip Codes

50131

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