How to prepare your yard for lawn mowing.
A few minutes of preparation before a mowing provider arrives helps the job go smoothly and keeps your yard — and their equipment — safe.
Clear the yard first
- Toys, sports equipment, and anything left on the lawn.
- Hoses and sprinklers moved off the grass.
- Furniture, planters, or anything else that's easy to move.
- Pet waste picked up from the areas that will be mowed.
- Pets brought inside or kept away from the work area while the provider is there.
Access and hidden obstacles
- Make sure gates are unlocked, or share how to get in.
- Point out anything hidden in tall grass — sprinkler heads, edging, rocks, or holes.
- Let your provider know if the yard is unusually wet — it can affect timing or whether mowing happens at all that visit.
- Flag any areas you don't want mowed, like a new planting or a spot you're letting grow.
Let your provider know your preferences
- Whether you want edging or trimming included, if that's offered.
- Whether you want clippings bagged, left on the lawn, or mulched, if that choice is available.
- Anything else specific to your property — a sensitive plant, a slope, or a section that needs extra care.
What this guide isn't
This is preparation guidance, not lawn-care advice — Mow-Macho doesn't set mowing height, fertilizer, or pesticide recommendations for your property. Talk to your provider directly about anything specific to your lawn's health.