You’re not looking for the cheapest option. You want someone who shows up when they say they will, cuts evenly, trims the edges, and doesn’t leave a mess behind.
That’s what professional lawn maintenance in Galway, NY should look like. No guessing if we’re coming. No half-finished work. Just a lawn that looks clean and cared for, week after week.
When you work with a grass cutting service that knows the area, you get more than mowing. You get someone who understands how fast things grow here in spring, what the soil does after heavy rain, and how to keep your property looking right through summer heat and fall cleanup. It’s not complicated, but it does take consistency and attention.
Emerson Excavating and Trucking has been serving Galway, NY and the surrounding counties since 1997. We started in logging, moved into excavation, and added lawn maintenance because property owners kept asking for help keeping up with their land.
Josh is on almost every job. That’s how we keep quality consistent and build relationships that last. When you call, you’re talking to someone who knows your property, your schedule, and what needs to happen next.
We’re not trying to be the biggest operation in Saratoga County. We’re here to do the work right, show up when we say we will, and be the crew you call back next season.
First, we walk your property with you. We look at what needs regular attention, what’s growing where, and what your schedule looks like. No pressure, just honest answers about what makes sense for your lawn.
Once we’re on your schedule, we show up consistently. That means mowing, trimming edges, clearing clippings, and keeping everything looking clean. If we see something that needs attention—overgrown shrubs, weeds taking over, or areas that need extra care—we’ll let you know.
Seasonal work gets handled too. Spring cleanup after winter, managing growth through summer, and fall prep before snow comes. We’ve been working in Galway long enough to know what each season throws at your property, and we plan for it.
You’ll know when we’re coming, what we’re doing, and what it costs. No surprises, no skipped visits, no wondering if the job’s getting done right.
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Lawn maintenance in Galway, NY means more than just pushing a mower around. Your property deals with compacted soil from long winters, aggressive weeds that show up in spring, and growth patterns that change fast depending on rain and heat.
Our grass cutting service covers mowing, edging, and trimming every visit. We handle weed trimming service around fences, walkways, and anywhere the mower can’t reach. Shrub trimming services keep your landscaping shaped and under control so it doesn’t take over or block windows.
We also manage seasonal needs. That includes spring cleanup to clear winter damage, managing summer growth when everything shoots up fast, and fall prep to get your lawn ready before snow hits. If you need fertilizing, aerating, or overseeding, we can talk through timing—especially since New York has a fertilizer blackout from December through March.
The goal is simple: keep your property looking good without you having to think about it. We bring the right equipment, we know the area, and we show up consistently.
Most properties in Galway need weekly mowing from late April through September. That’s when grass grows fastest and staying on top of it keeps your lawn healthy and looking clean.
If your property has less sun or slower-growing grass, bi-weekly service might work. But during peak spring and early summer, weekly cuts prevent the grass from getting too tall, which stresses the lawn and makes it harder to maintain. Letting it go too long also means clumping, uneven cuts, and more cleanup work.
We adjust the schedule based on what your property actually needs. Some weeks we’re mowing, other weeks we’re focusing on trimming and edging. The key is consistency so your lawn doesn’t get out of control between visits.
Basic mowing is just cutting the grass. Full lawn maintenance includes mowing, edging, trimming, blowing off walkways and driveways, and hauling away clippings if needed.
It also means paying attention to what else is happening on your property. Are weeds spreading? Are shrubs blocking pathways? Is the lawn thinning out in spots? A good lawn maintenance service in Galway, NY notices those things and brings them up before they become bigger problems.
Seasonal work is part of it too—spring cleanup, managing summer growth, and fall prep. If you just want someone to mow, that’s fine. But if you want your whole property to stay in good shape without you managing every detail, full maintenance makes more sense.
Yes. Spring and fall are actually the most important times for lawn care in this area.
Spring cleanup means clearing out winter damage, raking up dead growth, and getting your lawn ready to grow again. Galway winters are tough on grass, and starting the season right makes a big difference in how your lawn looks all summer. This is also when we assess whether your lawn needs aeration or overseeding to fill in thin spots.
Fall maintenance prepares your property for winter. That includes final mowing at the right height, clearing leaves before they smother the grass, and trimming back shrubs so they don’t get damaged under snow. Some properties also benefit from late-season fertilizing, but timing matters because of New York’s fertilizer restrictions from December through March.
Both seasons require different approaches than summer mowing, and we adjust our work based on what your property needs at that time.
It depends on your property size, what services you need, and how often we’re coming out. Most residential properties in Galway with weekly grass cutting service run between $40 and $60 per visit.
Larger properties, steep terrain, or extra services like shrub trimming and seasonal cleanup will adjust that number. If you need bi-weekly service instead of weekly, the per-visit cost might be slightly higher because the grass is longer and takes more time to cut properly.
We give you an upfront estimate after walking your property. No hidden fees, no surprise charges later. You’ll know exactly what you’re paying before we start, and that price stays consistent unless you ask us to add something new.
If you want a straight answer on what your property will cost, call us and we’ll come take a look.
Absolutely. We’re careful around flower beds, gardens, trees, and anything else you’ve planted or want protected.
Part of professional lawn maintenance in Galway, NY is knowing how to work around what’s already there. We adjust mowing patterns to avoid damaging roots, we trim carefully near delicate plants, and we don’t blow clippings into areas where they’ll smother your landscaping.
If you’ve got specific plants or areas you’re worried about, point them out when we walk the property. We’ll make note of it and make sure our crew knows to work around those spots. Our equipment is sized right for residential properties, so we’re not running oversized machines that tear up your yard or crush plantings.
You’ve put time and money into your landscaping. We’re not going to wreck it while cutting the grass.
We reschedule and let you know as soon as possible. Weather in Galway can be unpredictable, especially during spring and early summer when storms roll through.
If conditions make it unsafe or ineffective to mow—heavy rain, saturated ground, or severe weather—we’ll push your service to the next available day. Mowing wet grass doesn’t do your lawn any favors. It clumps, clogs equipment, and can damage the turf if the ground is too soft.
We stay in touch by text or call so you’re not left wondering. Once conditions clear up, we get back on schedule. If weather pushes us back and your grass gets too long in the meantime, we handle it without charging extra. That’s part of working in this area—you plan for weather, and you adjust when you need to.
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