Lawn care questions, answered.

Mowing is priced per cut by lawn size. A typical 6,500 sq ft lawn runs $40–$50 per cut, and about 10,000 sq ft is around $75. Our free Lawn Check tool measures your yard and gives you an instant estimate.

Yes. Every quote is free with no obligation. Text or call John, or use the quote form, and you'll hear back within one business day.

No. Weekly mowing is pay-as-you-go with no long-term contract. Fertilization programs and seasonal snow contracts are optional and priced up front.

The estimate is based on lawn size only. Steep slopes, narrow gates, lots of obstacles, or a badly overgrown first cut can change the price. John confirms your exact price after a quick, free walkthrough.

Mowing at the right height for the season, string trimming around beds and obstacles, hard edging along walks and driveways, and a full blow-off of all hard surfaces.

The same day of the week, around the same time, every week — so you always know when to expect us.

We come back the next day. Mowing a soaked clay lawn leaves ruts that can last all season, so we'd rather move your cut by a day.

In spring and fall, yes — clippings mix with leaves and debris that can smother the lawn. In summer we use mulching kits that cut clippings fine so they return extra nitrogen to the soil.

We rotate our mowing line 30 to 90 degrees every visit. It keeps the grass standing upright, prevents ruts and wheel tracks, and gives a cleaner, more even cut.

Usually mid-April through early November in the Toledo area, depending on weather. The first and last cuts follow how fast the grass is actually growing.

Late August through September is ideal in Northwest Ohio. Warm soil and cool nights help roots recover and give new seed time to establish before winter.

A seasonal program with spring crabgrass prevention and broadleaf weed control clears most weeds within a season. A thicker lawn also crowds out new weeds over time.

Yes, when used as directed. We flag treated lawns and let you know when it's safe to go back out — typically once the application has dried.

Usually with fall core aeration and overseeding, followed by a fertilization program. Try our Lawn Check — it'll recommend a plan based on what you're seeing.

Most beds need a fresh top-up once a year, usually in spring. We keep total depth at 2–3 inches and never pile it against tree trunks.

Yes. We reduce overgrown shrubs over one or two seasons so they stay healthy and fill back in instead of being left bare.

Yes — new beds, shrubs, perennials, ornamental trees, stone borders, and sod. We choose plants that handle clay soil and Ohio winters.

Most yards need one or two. Heavily wooded lots — common in West Toledo, Sylvania, Ottawa Hills, and Maumee — may need three, since oaks drop their leaves late.

Yes. Leaves and debris are bagged and hauled away.

Residential properties and small commercial lots like small offices and storefronts. We don't take on large commercial lots, which keeps our route fast.

By November. Our snow route is limited and fills up before the first big storm.

Yes. We apply ice melt to walks, steps, and entrances as part of snow service.

John Dawley. John has 10+ years in professional landscaping, including 7 years as production manager at a premium landscaping company, where he oversaw 50+ client properties and led 15+ crew members. He runs 4D with his sons.

Word of mouth. 80–90% of our business comes from referrals, and John's average client has stayed with him for 3+ years.

Yes. 4D Lawn Care is fully licensed and insured.

Toledo and communities within a 12–15 mile radius: Sylvania, Perrysburg, Maumee, Ottawa Hills, Holland, Rossford, Oregon, and Northwood.

Our crews are in the field Monday through Thursday, 7am to 5pm. The office is open Friday, 8am to 4pm.