Lawn Mowing in Exeter
Professional lawn mowing services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional lawn mowing that keeps your grass looking sharp. Regular or one-off cuts, edges trimmed, clippings removed - a neat lawn without you pushing the mower about.
More Than Just Pushing a Mower
Anyone can run a mower over grass. Doing it properly means the right height for the season, clean edges, consistent stripes if you want them, and leaving the lawn actually looking cared for rather than just shorter.
What We Do
- Mowing - appropriate height for grass type and season
- Edge trimming - clean lines along paths and borders
- Strimming - around trees, posts, and awkward spots
- Clipping collection - bagged and removed
- Quick tidy - any obvious debris cleared
💡 Pro tip: During hot dry spells, raise the cutting height a bit. Longer grass shades the soil, retains moisture better, and stays greener. Most lawns should be cut at 25-40mm depending on grass type.
Done Right vs Done Wrong
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Blade height set correctly | Scalped or left too long |
| Edges trimmed neatly | Ragged, overgrown edges |
| Clippings collected and removed | Clumps left on lawn to yellow |
| Clean stripes if wanted | Random direction, messy finish |
Why Choose Us for Lawn Mowing in Exeter?
Regular or one-off cuts
Edge trimming included
Clippings collected
Sharp, clean finish
What to Expect
Step 1: Assessment Quick check of lawn condition, any obstacles to note, confirm height preference and whether you want clippings removed.
Step 2: Mowing Cut the lawn systematically, trim all edges, strim awkward areas. Work to create clean lines and even finish.
Step 3: Finishing Collect clippings, quick tidy of any stray bits, blow off hard surfaces. Check you're happy with the result.
🔧 DIY Tips
🔧 Tools Needed
- Lawn mower (rotary or cylinder)
- Strimmer for edges
- Rake for collecting clippings
- Half-moon edger (optional)
📐 Steps
- Clear lawn of toys, debris, stones
- Mow in straight lines, slightly overlapping
- Vary direction each time to avoid grain
- Trim edges with strimmer or edger
- Collect clippings if not mulching
- Blow or sweep hard surfaces clean
⚠️ Common Mistakes
- Cutting wet grass - clogs mower, messy finish
- Same direction every time - creates grain and ruts
- Blunt blades - tear grass instead of cutting
- Cutting too short - scalps and weakens grass
💡 Pro Trick
For perfect stripes, use a mower with a rear roller and keep your lines straight by focusing on a point in the distance. Small variations in angle early on become big wonky stripes by the far end.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
Combines Well With:
- Lawn Aerating - seasonal treatment
- Lawn Treatment - feeding and care
- Hedge Trimming - complete garden tidy
Related Services:
- Lawn Aerating - for compacted lawns
- Lawn Treatment - feeding programmes
Best Time: Growing season roughly April-October. Frequency depends on growth rate:
- Peak season (May-July): Weekly or fortnightly
- Shoulder season (April, August-Sept): Fortnightly
- Late season (October): As needed before winter
Regular Service: We can set up scheduled visits so you never have to think about it. Turn up, cut the grass, you enjoy a tidy lawn. Simple.
Height Guide:
- Spring: Medium height, grass recovering
- Summer: Slightly higher in dry spells
- Autumn: Gradually reduce for winter
Collection vs Mulching: Collecting gives a cleaner finish and reduces thatch. Mulching (leaving clippings) returns nutrients but only works if cutting regularly - long clippings must be collected.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you set up regular lawn mowing?
Absolutely. We can arrange weekly or fortnightly visits throughout the growing season (roughly April to October). Regular cutting keeps lawns healthier and tidier than sporadic cuts when it gets long.
Do you edge and trim as well?
Yes, included in the service. We trim edges along paths and borders, strim around obstacles, and leave clean lines. Not just running the mower over and leaving messy edges.
What do you do with the clippings?
We collect and remove them as standard. If you want to leave them on the lawn (mulching), we can do that too - it returns nutrients to the soil. Your choice.
What if the grass is really long?
We'll tackle it, but might need to cut in stages to avoid scalping. First cut higher, then gradually lower over subsequent visits. Takes a bit longer but gets better results than hacking it all off at once.
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