You’re spending roughly 70 hours a year pushing a mower around your property. That’s nearly two full work weeks you could be doing literally anything else.
When you hand off your lawn mowing to someone who actually knows what they’re doing, you’re not just buying back your time. You’re getting a lawn that looks consistently good because the same crew shows up, knows your property, and treats it like it matters. No guessing if we’ll show. No wondering if we’ll scalp your grass or leave ruts in wet soil.
Your property looks maintained. Your neighbors aren’t side-eyeing your overgrown yard. And when it’s time to sell, that curb appeal you’ve been keeping up actually moves the needle on your home’s value. The average homeowner spends $616 a year on lawn and garden care, and most of that investment goes toward making sure the property doesn’t look neglected. You’re already paying attention to it. This just makes it easier.
Emerson Excavating and Trucking started as a logging operation back in 1997. We moved into full-time excavation in 2020, and Josh’s son joined as a partner in 2022. We’re not a franchise or a crew that rotates every season. Josh is on almost every job, and when he’s not, you’re working with people who’ve been trained to care about the outcome.
We serve Iron Furnace, NY and the surrounding areas in Saratoga, Warren, and Washington counties. We know the soil here. We know how the terrain shifts from property to property, and we know what it takes to keep a lawn looking good through a full season without tearing it up in the process. We’re licensed, insured, and we’ve built this business on doing right by people who trust us with their property.
First, we come out and take a look at your property. We’re checking the size, the terrain, any obstacles or tricky spots, and what kind of schedule makes sense for your lawn. You get a clear estimate with no hidden fees before we touch a blade of grass.
Once you’re ready to move forward, we get you on the schedule. Most properties in Iron Furnace, NY need mowing every week or every other week depending on growth rates and weather. We show up on the day we say we will, mow the lawn with professional equipment, and handle trimming and edging so the whole property looks finished.
After the job’s done, we do a quick walkthrough to make sure nothing got missed. If there’s ever an issue, you’re talking directly to Josh or someone who’s been here long enough to fix it on the spot. No phone trees. No waiting three days for a callback. We’re here to be your lawn mowing service for the long haul, not just show up once and ghost you.
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When we handle your grass mowing in Iron Furnace, NY, you’re getting a full property cut with professional-grade equipment that doesn’t bog down or leave uneven lines. We’re trimming around obstacles, edging along driveways and walkways, and making sure the finished product looks like someone who cares did the work.
We’re also keeping an eye on your property while we’re there. If we notice drainage issues, dead spots, or anything that might need attention down the line, we’ll let you know. We do excavation, driveways, and site prep as our main work, so we’re not just looking at grass. We’re looking at the whole property and how it’s holding up.
Iron Furnace properties come with their own challenges. The terrain isn’t always flat. The soil can be rocky. Some lots have steep grades or wooded edges that need more attention than a standard suburban lawn. We’ve been working land in this area for over two decades, so we know how to handle it without tearing up your yard or leaving a mess behind. You’re not getting a crew that learned how to mow last month. You’re getting people who’ve been doing this long enough to know what works.
Most homeowners in New York pay between $40 and $50 per cut, though prices can range from $34 to $63 depending on property size, terrain, and how much trimming and edging is involved. Larger lots or properties with steep grades, obstacles, or heavy growth will cost more because they take more time and fuel.
We give you a clear estimate upfront based on your specific property. No hidden fees. No surprise charges because we “didn’t realize” your lawn was that big. You know what you’re paying before we start, and that number doesn’t change unless you ask us to do something extra.
If you’re comparing prices, make sure you’re comparing the same level of service. Some companies quote low and then skip the trimming, leave clippings everywhere, or don’t show up half the time. You’re not just paying for someone to push a mower. You’re paying for consistency, quality equipment, and a crew that actually shows up when they say they will.
Most lawns in Iron Furnace, NY need mowing once a week during peak growing season, which is typically late spring through mid-summer. When growth slows down in early spring or fall, you can usually stretch it to every 10 days or two weeks.
The rule of thumb is you don’t want to cut more than one-third of the grass height at a time. If you wait too long between cuts, you end up scalping the lawn or leaving behind clumps of clippings that smother the grass underneath. That stresses the lawn and makes it look worse, not better.
We’ll work with you to figure out a schedule that makes sense for your property. Some people want the same day every week so they can plan around it. Others are fine with a flexible schedule as long as the lawn doesn’t get out of control. Either way, we’re keeping an eye on growth rates and adjusting as needed so you’re not paying for cuts you don’t need or waiting too long and dealing with an overgrown mess.
Yes. A lot of properties in Iron Furnace, NY aren’t flat suburban lots. You’ve got slopes, rocks, tree lines, and uneven ground that makes mowing more complicated. We’ve been doing excavation and land clearing work since 1997, so we’re used to working on terrain that isn’t easy.
Our equipment can handle rough ground without tearing up your lawn or getting stuck. We know how to navigate around obstacles, manage steep grades safely, and deal with properties that have sections of heavy growth or overgrown edges that need more than just a standard mow.
If your property has areas that need land mowing or brush clearing before we can even get a mower in there, we can handle that too. We’re not just a lawn mowing service. We do the heavy work, so if you’ve got sections that have been neglected or need serious cleanup, we’ve got the equipment and experience to take care of it.
We’ll reschedule for the next available day when the ground is dry enough to mow without causing damage. Mowing wet grass tears up the lawn, clogs equipment, and leaves clumps of soggy clippings that kill the grass underneath. It’s not worth it.
Most companies will either skip you entirely and leave you waiting another week, or they’ll mow anyway and wreck your yard. We’re not doing either. If weather pushes your cut back, we’ll let you know and get you back on the schedule as soon as conditions are right.
During stretches of heavy rain, schedules can get tight because everyone’s lawn is growing fast and no one can mow for days at a time. We do our best to keep up, but there are limits to how many properties we can hit in a day. That’s why we focus on building a manageable route and not overloading our schedule with more work than we can actually handle. You’re not getting bumped because we overbooked. You’re getting rescheduled because the weather didn’t cooperate, and we’ll take care of you as soon as we can.
Yes. That’s actually one of the main reasons people stick with us long-term. We’re not just a lawn mowing company. We do excavation, driveways, septic installations, site prep, and general land work. So if you need your lawn mowed and you’ve also been thinking about putting in a new driveway or clearing a section of your property, we can handle all of it.
A lot of homeowners get frustrated hiring a different company for every single thing they need done. One crew for mowing, another for landscaping, another for excavation work. It’s a hassle to coordinate, and you’re dealing with multiple estimates, multiple schedules, and multiple chances for someone to not show up.
When you work with us, you’ve got one point of contact for everything. Josh is on almost every job, so you’re not explaining your property to a new person every time. We already know your land. We already know what you’re working with. And if something comes up while we’re there, we can take care of it or give you a straight answer about what it’ll take. That’s the advantage of working with a family business that does more than just push a mower around.
Yes. We’re fully licensed and insured, which protects both you and us if something goes wrong. That coverage applies to all the work we do, including lawn mowing, land mowing, and any other services we provide on your property.
A lot of people don’t think about insurance until something happens. A rock gets kicked up and breaks a window. Equipment damages a sprinkler line. Someone gets hurt on your property. If the crew working your lawn isn’t insured, you could be on the hook for those costs. That’s not a risk worth taking to save a few bucks.
We carry the coverage because we’ve been in business long enough to know that accidents happen even when you’re careful. Our insurance means you’re protected, and we’re able to make things right without it turning into a legal mess or a financial disaster for either party. It’s part of doing business the right way, and it’s one of the reasons we’ve been able to build long-term relationships with customers who trust us with their property year after year.
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