Pricing
Starting-at prices
A guide to where prices start. Your exact price comes with a free quote after we understand the property.
| Service | Starting at (draft) | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Grass cutting, one visit | Small (up to ~3,000 sq ft): from $45 Medium (~3,000–6,000 sq ft): from $55 Large (~6,000–10,000 sq ft): from $70 Extra-large (~10,000 sq ft to ½ acre): from $90 Over ½ acre: quote | Mow, string-trim, edge walkways, blow clippings off decks, docks and paths |
| Bi-weekly cutting | +$10 per cut on top of the rate above | Same service every two weeks (the grass is longer, so each cut takes more time) |
| Overgrown / first-cut-of-season | +$20 or more per visit | Long grass that needs extra passes or bagging |
| Seasonal mowing plan: weekly | Small lot from $900/season (~22 cuts, mid-May to mid-Oct; can be paid monthly, about $180/mo over 5 months) | A booked weekly spot all season, one fixed price, and rain-delay make-ups |
| Seasonal mowing plan: bi-weekly | Small lot from $575/season (~11 cuts) | A cut every two weeks, at a fixed price |
| Spring cleanup | from $225 (small, tidy property). Most Muskoka lots will be $300–$450 | Rake winter debris and pine needles, clear twigs, cut back perennials, refresh bed edges, first tidy |
| Fall cleanup & leaf removal | from $250 Leaf blowing only (lawn and hardscape): from $150 | Leaves cleared from lawns, beds, decks and paths; perennials cut back; final mow |
| Debris haul-away (add-on) | from $50 per load (trailer/truck) + any dump fees, or free on-site piling/composting | Taking away leaves, brush and clippings |
| Yard regeneration: core aeration | from $125 (up to ~5,000 sq ft) | Core aeration to loosen packed soil |
| Yard regeneration: overseeding | from $125 + seed | Seed spread over thin areas |
| Aerate + overseed combo | from $225 + seed | Both services in one visit |
| Bare-spot patching | from $75 (a few small patches) + soil & seed | Rake out, add soil, seed and tamp |
| Topdressing | from $150 + soil/compost (or by the cubic yard on quote) | Thin layer of soil or compost raked into the lawn |
| Garden rehabilitation: bed reset | from $150 per small bed (up to ~100 sq ft) Overgrown or large beds: hourly or quote | Weeding, spade-cut edging, cutbacks, soil loosened, ready for mulch |
| Weeding (on its own) | $50/hr, 1-hr minimum (or within the visit minimum) | Hand-weeding beds, paths and stone joints |
| Mulching | from $75 per cubic yard installed + mulch | Spreading mulch, tidy finish |
| Hedge & shrub trimming | Shrub tidy-up: from $75 Hedges up to ~30 ft long and under ~6 ft high: from $125 Tall or overgrown: hourly ($60/hr) or quote | Shaping, dead-wood removal, clippings cleaned up |
| Cottage opening, yard care | from $275 | Clear paths, steps and decks; first mow; bed cleanup; planters ready |
| Cottage closing, yard care | from $300 Open + close bundle: save 10% | Final leaf and debris cleanup, last mow, hoses, planters and garden items put away |
| Storm & branch debris cleanup | $60/hr + haul-away/disposal; 2-hr minimum (from $120) | Ground-level branches and debris gathered, piled, chipped or hauled. No tree felling or climbing |
| Seasonal planters | from $75 per standard planter (~14–16 in pot), plants and soil included Large or statement planters: quote | Design and planting for spring/summer and fall; the pot belongs to the client |
| Property check (yard walk + photos) | $45 per visit when combined with another booked visit; $65 standalone | Walk the grounds, send photos, note storm damage or problems |
| General hourly rate | $60/hr for Bruce; +$45/hr per helper | Any odd jobs not listed |
| Visit minimum | $75 per visit inside the service zone | Covers drive time and setup for small jobs |
| Travel / remote surcharge | +$25 per visit beyond ~30 km of base; long drives quoted | Covers fuel and drive time to remote roads |
| Water-access / island properties | Quote only. Suggested: client provides the boat transfer, or boat time billed at the hourly rate + from $50 per round trip for Bruce's boat/fuel; barging bulk material quoted separately | Equipment and crew moved by boat |
- Prices shown are starting points. Every Muskoka property is different, so we'll confirm your price after a quick look (free within our service area).
- Materials such as mulch, soil, seed and plants are billed at cost plus handling.
- Water-access, island and remote properties are welcome. Ask us about boat-access pricing.
- Prices in Canadian dollars; HST extra where applicable.
Every property is different. Get a firm price with a free quote, or book a visit online.