How should I prepare for the Local Pro’s arrival?

Find out what arrangements may be required before your Local Pro Landscaper arrives, such as confirming parking arrangements and if children or pets need to be kept indoors while heavy equipment is in use. Ask your Pro what site preparations may be required prior to their arrival. This can reduce the time required for yard cleanup and help to ensure you are quoted accurately.

What prep work goes into the yard maintenance job?

Many Local Pros will begin your yard cleanup project with essential prep work to ensure a thorough job and high-quality workmanship. Prep work can include tasks such as removing toys or tools from the lawn, clearing large branches or debris, unlocking backyard gates, or securing pets so the landscaper can work safely. Ask your Local Pro Landscaper if additional time is charged for this prep work, or if you can complete these tasks prior to their arrival to reduce costs. It can also help to schedule the service around your weekly trash or yard-waste collection day if disposal rules apply in your area.

Do you provide a contract and guarantee your work?

Ask whether you’ll need to provide upfront payment or deposit and whether they guarantee their work. Ask for an itemized record of the work that the Local Pro has been hired to complete and sign this before work begins.

Will you purchase landscaping and yard cleanup materials or help me choose the right products?

You can ask your Local Pro if they will purchase the yard maintenance materials such as yard bags for you at an extra cost, or if that is included in the cost of the job. Confirm if your Local Pro will take care of disposal fees (additional fees may apply) or whether your local municipal can accommodate multiple yard bags.

What does yard maintenance and cleanup from The Home Depot include?

Hedge trimming and pruning Lawn cutting Debris/Waste removal Grub Control Leaf blowing/snow removal Weed removal

Is yard cleanup available year-round?

Yes, depending on availability, Local Pro landscapers are available year-round for yard maintenance and yard cleanup. Local Pros offer Spring Cleaning, Fall Cleaning and snow removal services at affordable rates.

How much does yard maintenance cost?

Depending on the scope of work, yard maintenance is typically charged per hour or square footage. Each landscaper provides a personalized quote based on your needs that includes the cost of labour and materials. (e.g. tool rentals, pesticides, waste disposal bags, etc.) Our online system matches your yard maintenance request with up to 3 Local Pro landscapers so you can compare offers and rates. Confirm with your Local Pro if they can dispose the yard waste after the job is complete (fees may apply).

Will you remove pests or wild animals such as rats or racoons from my yard?

Pest removal, wildlife and animal control require special expertise that may be beyond the scope of yard maintenance. Your Local Pro can advise you on the best way to prevent invasive pests and wildlife, or recommend a service suited to your needs.

Do I need to provide the tools or yard waste bags?

Tools: Local Pros come fully equipped with their own professional-grade mowers, blowers, and rakes. Bags & Materials: This depends on your agreement. Many pros include yard waste bags in their quote, while others may ask you to supply them. Please confirm with your Local Pro before starting the job.

What is the best way to get rid of grubs?

Powerful, eco-friendly pesticides can be found to quickly treat and remove grub infestations to your yard. Carbaryl and trichlorfon in granular, liquid or spray applications are the 2 most common pesticides for grub removal. Routine yard maintenance by a Local Pro can help remove grubs and restore your grass for lasting, healthier results.

How can I tell if my yard has a grub infestation?

Large, dry, yellow patches of grass on your lawn or yard are a clear indication of a grub infestation. These dead patches of grass are detached from the roots and unable to receive any nutrients, making grass fertilizer ineffective. Local Pro landscapers are experienced with a range of pesticides and can advise you on the best grub removal treatments.

Is it too late to treat my lawn for grubs?

Depending on the size of your yard, grub removal may require several treatments to restore your grass to health. The best time to treat your lawn for grubs is spring and summer. Discuss grub treatment and other yard maintenance options with your Local Pro landscaper for a personalized quote.

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Clean up overgrown grass, weeds, leaves, branches, and debris in one service.

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Why Yard Cleaning Is Important

A clean yard isn’t just about appearances. Regular yard cleanup plays a direct role in the health and durability of your property. When leaves, debris, and overgrowth pile up, the damage spreads quietly beneath the surface. Moisture trapped under debris can lead to mold, lawn disease, and dead grass.

Why expert care matters:

Prevent Lawn Disease: Moisture trapped under leaves and debris can lead to snow mold, dead grass patches, and fungal growth.
Avoid Pests: Piled organic waste attracts rodents, ticks, mosquitoes, and lawn-damaging insects that you want to keep away from your family and pets.
Improve Drainage: Rotting leaves and branches disrupt water flow, potentially causing pooling water and soil erosion around your home’s foundation.
Encourage New Growth: Heavy thatch blocks water and air from reaching the soil. Clearing it allows your lawn to breathe and absorb nutrients effectively.

Yard Maintenance Services Offered

*Your Local Pro may offer some or all the services listed above. It is best to confirm specific service availability with your Pro before proceeding.

✔ Spring Yard Cleanup

Includes removal of winter debris, dead branches, and thatch to help your lawn breathe. Give your grass a fresh start for the growing season.

✔ Fall Yard Cleanup

Includes clearing of heavy leaves and seasonal waste before the snow falls. This is key to preventing snow mold and protect your grass.

✔ Hedge Trimming

Professional pruning and shaping to give your landscape a manicured look and maintain privacy.

✔ Lawn Cutting

Professional mowing for lawns of any size, including crisp edging along driveways and walkways for a polished finish.

✔ Weed Removal

Careful removal of weeds from garden beds and lawns to stop them from choking out your healthy plants.

✔ Waste/Debris Cleanup

Elimination of clutter, trash, and pet waste for a safe, cleaner yard.

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Things to Ask Your Pro

To ensure an accurate quote and smooth service, ask these questions before work begins:

Find out what arrangements may be required before your Local Pro Landscaper arrives, such as confirming parking arrangements and if children or pets need to be kept indoors while heavy equipment is in use.
Ask your Pro what site preparations may be required prior to their arrival. This can reduce the time required for yard cleanup and help to ensure you are quoted accurately.

Many Local Pros will begin your yard cleanup project with essential prep work to ensure a thorough job and high-quality workmanship. Prep work can include tasks such as removing toys or tools from the lawn, clearing large branches or debris, unlocking backyard gates, or securing pets so the landscaper can work safely.
Ask your Local Pro Landscaper if additional time is charged for this prep work, or if you can complete these tasks prior to their arrival to reduce costs.
It can also help to schedule the service around your weekly trash or yard-waste collection day if disposal rules apply in your area.

Ask whether you’ll need to provide upfront payment or deposit and whether they guarantee their work.
Ask for an itemized record of the work that the Local Pro has been hired to complete and sign this before work begins.

You can ask your Local Pro if they will purchase the yard maintenance materials such as yard bags for you at an extra cost, or if that is included in the cost of the job.
Confirm if your Local Pro will take care of disposal fees (additional fees may apply) or whether your local municipal can accommodate multiple yard bags.

Frequently Asked Questions

Service Questions

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Lawn cutting
Debris/Waste removal
Grub Control
Leaf blowing/snow removal
Weed removal

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Yes. Routine yard cleanup is one of the most important parts of keeping a lawn healthy and safe. It helps prevent lawn disease and dead patches, keeps weeds and thatch from blocking nutrients, reduces pests like ticks and mosquitos, and protects your property from drainage issues and soil erosion. Cleaning up debris also protects shrubs, trees, and garden beds, prevents soil compaction, reduces fire risk in dry climates, and keeps outdoor spaces safer for kids and pets.

Yes, depending on availability, Local Pro landscapers are available year-round for yard maintenance and yard cleanup.
Local Pros offer Spring Cleaning, Fall Cleaning and snow removal services at affordable rates.

Depending on the scope of work, yard maintenance is typically charged per hour or square footage.
Each landscaper provides a personalized quote based on your needs that includes the cost of labour and materials. (e.g. tool rentals, pesticides, waste disposal bags, etc.)
Our online system matches your yard maintenance request with up to 3 Local Pro landscapers so you can compare offers and rates.
Confirm with your Local Pro if they can dispose the yard waste after the job is complete (fees may apply).

Pest removal, wildlife and animal control require special expertise that may be beyond the scope of yard maintenance.
Your Local Pro can advise you on the best way to prevent invasive pests and wildlife, or recommend a service suited to your needs.

Product Questions

Yard maintenance can be labour intensive, but routine cleanup can make lawn care easier over time.
Frequency varies by season, but generally falls into two categories:

Summer Maintenance: Weekly service is recommended during peak growing season to keep your lawn healthy and attractive.

Seasonal Cleanup: Heavier maintenance is recommended in the Spring (to prep for growth) and Fall (to clear leaves and prep for winter).

Tools: Local Pros come fully equipped with their own professional-grade mowers, blowers, and rakes.
Bags & Materials: This depends on your agreement. Many pros include yard waste bags in their quote, while others may ask you to supply them. Please confirm with your Local Pro before starting the job.

Powerful, eco-friendly pesticides can be found to quickly treat and remove grub infestations to your yard.
Carbaryl and trichlorfon in granular, liquid or spray applications are the 2 most common pesticides for grub removal.
Routine yard maintenance by a Local Pro can help remove grubs and restore your grass for lasting, healthier results.

Large, dry, yellow patches of grass on your lawn or yard are a clear indication of a grub infestation.
These dead patches of grass are detached from the roots and unable to receive any nutrients, making grass fertilizer ineffective.
Local Pro landscapers are experienced with a range of pesticides and can advise you on the best grub removal treatments.

Depending on the size of your yard, grub removal may require several treatments to restore your grass to health.
The best time to treat your lawn for grubs is spring and summer.
Discuss grub treatment and other yard maintenance options with your Local Pro landscaper for a personalized quote.

Vinegar as a stand-alone treatment for grub removal is not effective because it cannot penetrate grub eggs.

Local Pro Questions

Home Depot matches you in real time with up to three local contractors in your area, depending on the contractors’ availability.
Every Local Pro is screened through background checks and license verification (when applicable) giving you confidence in the quality and safety of work from the start.

Yes. All Local Pros must have current and updated certification from the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board governed by each province. In addition, each contractor must be insured a minimum of $1,000,000 liability to protect our valued customers.

Requesting and matching with Local Pros is completely free.

*Visitation fees may apply. Please ask your Local Pro before confirming their services.

In the rare event that you do not receive a response after 48 hours; our automated referral system will re-submit your request for any available Local Pros in your area.
During regular business hours, Local Pros typically respond to requests within 24 hours.

We’re constantly expanding our network of Local Pros.
Please ensure the postal code you entered is correct and matches where you need the service completed.
In the meantime, you can check back periodically or contact Home Depot customer service for updates on Pro availability in your area.

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