Lawn care jobs may be rescheduled due to rain or unsafe conditions at no charge. Weather reschedules are always free. You’ll be notified the night before with your next available window.
Services
Mowing
Cut, edge, and tidy on a weekly or biweekly cadence. Pricing scales with lot size. From $49 · 0.75–1.5 hrs
Spring Cleanup
Full property rake-down, edging, debris removal, and the first cut of the season. From $199 · 3–5 hrs
Fall Cleanup
Leaf removal, final cut, and bed prep for winter. From $249 · 4–6 hrs
Hedge Trimming
Shape and trim shrubs and hedges to your preferred height and style. From $89 · 1.5–3 hrs
How lawn pricing works
Mowing and cleanup prices scale with the size of your lot. You’ll see the exact price when you enter your address at app.zulma.ca.| Lot size | Area | Multiplier |
|---|---|---|
| Small | under 3,000 sq ft | 1.0× |
| Medium | 3,000–7,500 sq ft | 1.5× |
| Large | over 7,500 sq ft | 2.2× |
| Add-on | Price |
|---|---|
| Edging | $15 |
| Bagging clippings | $12 |
| Blow-off (hard surfaces) | $10 |
| Gutter cleaning | $75 |
| Hedge add (with spring cleanup) | $60 |
| Mulch installation | $85 |
| Debris haul (with fall cleanup) | $50 |
| Leaf bagging | $40 |
| Hedge trimmings removal | $25 |
Mowing
Cut, edge, and tidy on a steady cadence, weekly or every other week. What’s included on every visit:- Mow at your preferred height (default 3.5 inches in summer, lower for spring and fall)
- Trim around trees, fences, and garden beds
- Edge driveway, walkways, and curb
- Mulch clippings by default (bagging available as an add-on)
- Quick visual inspection: the crew flags pests, lawn stress, or irrigation issues you may want to address
- Fertilizer, weed control, or chemical treatments
- Sod repair or reseeding
- Tree pruning above shrub height
- Snow removal
Spring cleanup
The seasonal reset. Rake out winter debris, edge garden beds, and lay down the first crisp cut of the year. Book in March to lock in your preferred week, typically late April or early May in Niagara, after the last frost. What’s included:- Full property rake-down: lift matted grass, remove leaves, sticks, and salt residue
- Edge garden beds and walkways
- First cut of the year (slightly higher than usual to protect new growth)
- Light pruning of dead winter growth
- Debris bagged and curbside-ready for municipal yard-waste pickup
- Property walk-through report: the crew flags winter damage, drainage issues, or pest concerns
- Aeration or overseeding
- Mulch installation (available as an add-on)
- Tree work requiring climbing
- Hardscape repair
Fall cleanup
End-of-season reset. Clear leaves, clean gutters, prep beds, and put your yard to bed properly before winter. Done right, your spring cleanup takes half the time. What’s included:- Full leaf removal: mowed-up or hand-raked depending on volume
- Final cut of the year (slightly shorter to discourage snow mould)
- Bed prep for winter: cut back perennials, clear annuals, light mulching
- Debris bagged and curbside-ready
- Property walk-through report: drainage trouble spots and dead branches flagged before snow
- Snow removal
- Tree work requiring climbing
- Outdoor furniture storage
- Holiday lighting installation
Hedge trimming
Maintenance trim or ornamental shaping for hedges, shrubs, and small trees. The crew measures on arrival, agrees on scope, then goes. What’s included:- Trim to your preferred height and shape (flat-top, rounded, or matched to an existing line)
- Hedge clippers plus manual touch-ups for detailed shaping
- Trimmings cleaned up: mulched in place by default, removal available as an add-on
- Light shaping of nearby shrubs within arm’s reach at no extra cost
- Final walk-through with you if you’re home
- Tree work above ladder height (anything over 10 ft requires specialty equipment)
- Stump removal or root work
- Hedge replacement or planting
- Spraying for pests or disease
Frequently asked questions
What happens if it rains on my mowing day?
What happens if it rains on my mowing day?
Zulma reschedules your job to the next dry day in your window automatically and notifies you the night before. Weather reschedules are always free, there’s never a charge.
Do I need to be home for lawn care?
Do I need to be home for lawn care?
No. Just leave gates unlocked or share an access code through the booking form. Most customers are at work when the crew arrives.
Can I request the same crew member each time?
Can I request the same crew member each time?
Yes. After your first visit, favourite that person on your booking and Zulma will prioritize them when they’re available.
Do you provide your own equipment?
Do you provide your own equipment?
Yes. The crew brings their own mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hedge clippers. Nothing for you to buy, store, or maintain.
How does lot size affect the price?
How does lot size affect the price?
Mowing and cleanups scale with your lot: small (under 3,000 sq ft) is the base rate, medium (3,000 to 7,500 sq ft) is 1.5×, and large (over 7,500 sq ft) is 2.2×. You’ll see the exact price when you enter your address at app.zulma.ca.
When should I book a spring cleanup?
When should I book a spring cleanup?
After the last frost and once the ground is firm enough to work, typically late April or early May in Niagara. Book in March to lock in your preferred week.
When should I book a fall cleanup?
When should I book a fall cleanup?
Late October to mid-November in Niagara, after most leaves have dropped but before the first heavy snow. Book in September to secure your preferred week.
What happens to the leaves after fall cleanup?
What happens to the leaves after fall cleanup?
They’re bagged and placed at the curb for municipal yard-waste pickup. If your area doesn’t have pickup or yours has already passed, the debris haul add-on takes care of it for $50.
How tall can hedges be for trimming?
How tall can hedges be for trimming?
Anything reachable safely from a step ladder. Anything taller, roughly 10 ft or more, requires specialty equipment that Zulma doesn’t currently carry. The crew will refer you to a tree-care company in your area.