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LawnStarter

2.9

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LawnStarter Reviews Summary

The overall reputation of LawnStarter is marred by significant customer dissatisfaction, primarily stemming from unreliable service, communication failures, and inadequate customer support. Many reviews highlight issues such as missed appointments, unexpected charges, and poor handling of service-related damages. While some customers report positive experiences with specific lawn care professionals, these instances are overshadowed by the company's inconsistent service and lack of accountability. The recurring themes of frustration and disappointment suggest a pressing need for LawnStarter to improve its operational transparency and responsiveness to enhance customer trust and satisfaction.

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963
value
909
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114
returns
125
quality
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Virginia
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Stay away!
September 22, 2022

This company is a big joke. I signed up for their $19 lawn service for the first mowing. I was aware that they would raise the price based on seeing an overgrown yard. During the course of this request, I was given about six different dates that they said they would be doing the service. After almost a week, they told me the first service would be $158! At one point, I looked on my account and they listed $46 for the first service. Then I kept asking them when they will schedule it, and the dates kept changing, I received at least 10 different communications in the forms of email and text. Then when I didn't immediately accept their new price, they canceled my account so I couldn't even message them again. Stay away from this company unless you enjoy the nightmares that I have experienced. I also noticed lots of negative reviews here on better Business bureau. Again, do not use this company!

Date of experience: September 22, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

We are sorry to hear about your recent experience with one of our services, Doug. Please know that we are proactively working to improve your experience. Do you mind emailing me at [email protected] with LSREVIEWS as the subject of your email? I look forward to hearing from you soon! - Janice, Experience Specialist at LawnStarter

South Carolina
1 review
3 helpful votes
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HORRIBLE COMPANY
September 22, 2022

This is the worst company that I have ever dealt with. Please do yourself a favor and never use these people. They cancel service that has been scheduled in advance week after week.
They call their Landscapers Pros. They are far far from being any type of lawn care pro.
Mainly people who cant get a job and just go buy a lawn mower.

The customer service department is a JOKE as well.
Try getting someone that can speak English is impossible.

Date of experience: September 22, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Thanks for taking the time today to leave a review about your lawn mowing schedule, Melanie. We apologize for the unexpected delays in your schedule. I understand that this can be quite disappointing, especially since expectations were already set. When you have the time, you may email me at [email protected] with LSREVIEWS as the subject of your email, so we can discuss the resolution we have for you. - Robert, Experience Specialist at LawnStarter

South Carolina
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Just what we wanted!
September 22, 2022

We were very satisfied with their work. They did what I wanted them to do, and it was done properly. We look forward to working with them

Date of experience: September 22, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Wow, this is exactly what we like to hear, Walter. We put customer satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Thank you!

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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I hired Lawnstarter several months ago and they are good at keeping my lawns mowed. It is nice to know I am not looking for someone to mow them and worry they won't show up. They mow, edge and clean up after themselves. Peace of mind and the price is reasonable.

Date of experience: September 21, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Thank you for taking the time to share this positive rating, Juanita! We will make sure to share this with our team to let them know to keep up the amazing work! Thanks, again!

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Professional service technician
September 22, 2022

Professional, courteous, kind, considerate, reliable, punctual, great communicator, respects home by cleaning up after job is completed

Date of experience: September 21, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Thanks so much for giving us your take on how we are doing, Nadia. We're glad that customers like you are having a great experience at LawnStarter!

Nebraska
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Great and Easy Lawn Service
September 22, 2022

This company did an amazing job. The crew always showed up on time, and always left my lawn looking great and clean. Very easy service to use with their app as well, and crew members respond quickly. Will definitely be using them again in the future.

Date of experience: September 21, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Wow, this is exactly what we like to hear, antonia. We put customer satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Thank you!

Delaware
1 review
0 helpful votes
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What a GREAT company!
September 22, 2022

My service started out a little rough, but after reaching out to customer service, Kristine and Dynelle went above and beyond to make things right. I requested a new service provider and when he took care of the property, I was ecstatic! Nickoy is my current lawn service provider. I can't say enough good things about his work and attention to detail. He's also VERY responsive to messages. If you need lawn care service, I HIGHLY recommend this company... especially Nickoy! Thank you LawnStarter for making me feel like a valued customer!

Date of experience: September 21, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Thank you for taking the time to share this positive rating, S! We will make sure to share this with our team to let them know to keep up the amazing work! Thanks, again!

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Care for lawn
September 21, 2022

The lawn service from Miguel today was provided with excellent care. He didn't rush and took his time cutting our lawn to look its best. I am very happy with his service.

Date of experience: September 20, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Seeing that you had a 5-Star experience is the best thing we could hope for! Your review means a lot to us, Alina. Thank you for choosing LawnStarter. We look forward to serving your lawn for many years to come!

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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LawnStarter is awesome!
September 21, 2022

I reached out to find a regular lawn service a few months ago now and could not be more pleased with the services provided by LawnStarter. I was connected with Kelvin and he always responds to any message sent and shows up when he says he will. You get reminders of when they will be out to cut the yard and if there has ever been a delay due to inclement weather, he reaches out right away. He goes above and beyond with also if there is something that needs attention in the yard. I highly recommend LawnStarter and Kelvin's services!

Rhonda H.

Date of experience: September 20, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much for such a great review, Rhonda! We are happy to hear you liked your first service. The next ones will be just as great!

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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TJ and his crew are professional, reliable, and make my lawn look beautiful. I couldn't be happier with their work. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need of lawn services.

Date of experience: September 20, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Thanks for reviewing your pro’s lawn care work, Catherine! It's always good to hear about our providers doing good work. And if you ever think of a way that we can improve our service, definitely let us know through the app.

Oregon
1 review
1 helpful vote
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Nothing but problems
September 20, 2022

I'll never work with a company like this again! No support and nothing but constant problems and an unwillingness to fix there mistakes.

Date of experience: September 20, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

We are sorry to hear about your recent experience with one of our services, Tim. Please know that we are proactively working to improve your experience. Do you mind emailing me at [email protected] with LSREVIEWS as the subject of your email? I look forward to hearing from you soon! - Robert, Experience Specialist at LawnStarter

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Nice/Reliable
September 20, 2022

Very pleased with the yard work recently completed at my property. Nice to know I can rely on my new LawnStarter guy!

Date of experience: September 19, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Hello, Barry! Thank you for taking the time to add a review. We appreciate your feedback and hope you keep on enjoying your lawn mowing services!

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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They have not failed to come out and do a good job for over 2 years. And when I request to skip service for some reason such as grass has not grown since I don't water my yard, they always skip and then come back when the next service date. I have not had any problems with billing. Has saved me a ton of grief for arranging services myself.

Date of experience: September 18, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Wow, this is exactly what we like to hear, Karl. We put customer satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Thank you!

Florida
1 review
0 helpful votes
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LawnStarter Service Review
September 19, 2022

Terrence from LawnStarter did an excellent job on my lawn! I'm very impressed and give him a strong recommendation.

Date of experience: September 18, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Thanks so much for giving us your take on how we are doing, Jared. We're glad that customers like you are having a great experience at LawnStarter!

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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No Show! Please Read Reviews On Other Sites As Well!
September 17, 2022

I'll admit that I looked at the reviews on several sites and saw so many people talking about how they don't show up when they're supposed to. Well, I signed up with this service anyway thinking it wouldn't happen to me and it did! They did not show up at all and didn't even give any type of reason or notification. I immediately canceled my services with this company as they are not dependable nor reliable. I seriously recommend everyone to fully research this company and look at other review sites especially the BBB site and Facebook before signing up with this company!

Date of experience: September 17, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

We value your business and regret that you were disappointed. Furthermore, we’d love to discuss your experience in detail. To see how we can improve your experience and our process. Please email me at [email protected] with LSREVIEWS as the subject of your email, so we can discuss this issue further. Looking forward to hearing from you, Valerie. - Robert, Experience Specialist at LawnStarter

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Thank you Jesus! I know it was last minute notice, but you came through in a pinch and it looks great! We can't thank you enough!

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Date of experience: September 16, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Thanks so much for giving us your take on how we are doing, Dean. We're glad that customers like you are having a great experience at LawnStarter!

Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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Service is incredibly easy to schedule and cost of services can't be beat. Many services are available for your lawn/exterior. Would recommend anyone giving them a shot - you won't regret it.

Date of experience: September 15, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Hello! Thank you for your review, Justin! We are very happy to hear that you are satisfied with the service and are spreading the word about it. We appreciate your feedback and we look forward to serving your lawn for many years to come!

Texas
1 review
0 helpful votes
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This Ap is a ridiculous and takes advantage of their customers and service providers. They find every thing to up charge you for, then find ways to not pay the provider.

Date of experience: September 15, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

I’m sorry that you feel you had a less than 5-star experience with our company, Raymond. Please contact email me at [email protected] with LSREVIEWS as the subject of your email. We would love to talk more about your experience and our solutions to your concern. Looking forward to hearing from you, Raymond. - Robert, Experience Specialist at LawnStarter

Virginia
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
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Thumbs up for LawnStarter
September 16, 2022

Overall, I have been pleased with LawnStarter mowing service. It is reliable, no-hassle, and, particularly, reasonably priced. The website is clear and easy to navigate, and Customer Service is excellent. Fidel, of my mow team, does a really good job and follows any of my requests as to what needs to be done. I recommend this company.

Date of experience: September 15, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Thank you so much for such a great review, Barbara! We are happy to hear you liked your first service. The next ones will be just as great!

Georgia
1 review
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Mowing Service By Joshua
September 16, 2022

He puts up with having to move my hammock stand every time he comes to service my yard. I really appreciate it. I have to put bricks up to keep my puppy from escaping making it difficult for him to get his mower in the backyard. I'm sure it's annoying but he's been really great with these extra little inconveniences.

Date of experience: September 15, 2022
LawnStarter S. — LawnStarter Rep
over a year old

Wow, this is exactly what we like to hear, Katelyn. We put customer satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. Thank you!

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