How much does landscaping cost in South Portland?

Landscaping cost questions, answered

How much does lawn mowing cost in South Portland?

Per-visit mowing in South Portland runs $38–$50 for a 1/8-acre city lot, $50–$69 for a 1/4 acre, $69–$88 for a 1/2 acre, and $106–$125 for a full acre. That covers mowing, trimming, and blowing off the hard surfaces — most crews price by the visit on a weekly or biweekly route rather than by the hour.

How much does a season of lawn care cost in South Portland?

The South Portland mowing season is roughly 26 weekly visits, April through October. On a 1/4-acre lot that's $1,300–$1,800 for mowing only, or about $2,000–$2,900 at the full-service rate of $75–$110 per visit. Year-round contracts that fold in cleanups and bed care typically land between $2,170 and $4,340.

What do spring and fall cleanups cost?

Spring cleanups run $150–$850 in the South Portland area, with about $285 typical — debris, first edging, bed prep. Fall cleanups run $200–$1,200 with $400–$600 typical, because leaf volume drives the bill: a lot under mature oaks and maples can take multiple visits. Ask whether curbside pickup or full haul-away is included; hauling costs more.

How much does mulch cost installed in South Portland?

Installed mulch runs $80–$150 per cubic yard in South Portland, with $100–$130 typical — that's material, delivery, and spreading. One yard covers about 100 sq ft at 3 inches deep, so a typical foundation-bed refresh of 3–5 yards costs $240–$750. Edging the beds first is often a separate line worth confirming.

What about sod, shrubs, and new plantings?

Those are project quotes rather than maintenance lines. Nationally, sod runs $1–$3.50 per sq ft installed, shrubs $25–$200 each, and planted trees $200–$700 depending on caliper — and South Portland pricing typically lands 15–25% above national figures. For a full re-landscape, get an itemized design-and-install bid; per-plant math stops working past a few beds.