Pricing · Updated July 2026
How Much Does Lawn Care Cost in Franklin, TN?
Lawn mowing in Franklin, TN runs $50–$80 per visit for a standard Williamson County lot (¼–⅓ acre) and $65–$100 for larger properties. With a mowing season of late March to early November — roughly 30–38 cuts — most Franklin households spend $1,800–$3,200 per year on mowing alone. Here is the full breakdown, by lot size and by service.
Mowing prices in Franklin by lot size
Prices assume regular service (weekly or biweekly). One-time and overgrown cuts run higher because the first cut always takes longest.
| Lot size | Per visit | Typical annual (30–38 cuts) |
|---|---|---|
| Small city lot (under ¼ acre) — McKay’s Mill, downtown | $50–$60 | $1,500–$2,300 |
| Standard lot (¼–⅓ acre) — most subdivisions | $55–$80 | $1,800–$2,800 |
| Half acre — Fieldstone Farms, Sullivan Farms | $65–$100 | $2,200–$3,400 |
| One acre+ — Laurelbrooke, Legends Ridge, Leiper’s Fork | $95–$160+ | Custom quote |
Why weekly can cost less per cut than biweekly: a biweekly lawn in a Franklin May is cutting two weeks of fescue flush — slower mowing, double clippings, more string-trimmer work. Many companies price biweekly 15–25% higher per visit for exactly that reason. Weekly is not an upsell; in growing season it is often the better economics.
What full lawn care costs in Franklin, beyond mowing
| Service | Typical Franklin range | When |
|---|---|---|
| Annual fertilization & weed control program (6–8 visits) | [PRICE RANGE] | Year-round program |
| Core aeration + fall overseeding (fescue) | [PRICE RANGE] | Mid-September |
| Preventive fungicide program (3–4 rounds) | [PRICE RANGE] | Late June–August |
| Grub / armyworm treatment | [PRICE RANGE] | As needed, Aug–Oct |
| Mulch installation | [PRICE] per cu yd installed | Spring / fall |
| Leaf removal | [PRICE RANGE] per visit | Nov–Dec |
Every number above becomes a flat written quote after a walkthrough — lot size, gate width, slope, and tree cover all move the price, and we would rather measure than guess.
Why Franklin sits at the top of the Tennessee price range
Three honest reasons. First, labor: Williamson County crews cost more than crews almost anywhere else in the state, and Middle Tennessee crew costs have climbed roughly 15% since 2022. Second, lots: Franklin yards are bigger than the Nashville average, with more trimming edge per square foot. Third, standards: in neighborhoods like Westhaven and McKay’s Mill, the HOA and the neighbors set a bar that a rushed $30 cut cannot meet.
Anyone quoting you $30 a cut in Franklin is brand new, uninsured, or not planning to still be here in August. The math does not work at that price with insurance, fuel, and a legal crew — something has to give, and it is usually quality, then reliability, then the company itself.
DIY vs hiring it out: the honest math
A decent homeowner setup — self-propelled mower, string trimmer, blower — runs $800–$1,400 up front plus fuel, blades, and maintenance. Against $1,800–$3,200 a year for service, DIY pays for itself in under a season if you have the time: 30–38 Saturdays a year, 45–90 minutes each. What DIY does not cover is the judgment layer — knowing that the yellowing is iron chlorosis and not a nitrogen deficiency, or that the fungicide window closes in late June. That knowledge is most of what you are actually paying a good company for.
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