You’re not looking for someone to just push a mower around your yard. You want it done correctly—sharp blades, proper height, clean lines. You want to pull into your driveway and actually feel good about how your property looks.
That’s what professional lawn mowing in Queensbury, NY gets you. No scalped patches. No missed strips along the fence. No wondering if we’ll show up this week or ghost you like the last guy.
Your grass stays healthy because we’re cutting at the right height for the season. Your property looks maintained because we’re consistent. And you’re not spending your limited free time dealing with equipment that won’t start or a yard that somehow takes three hours every weekend.
Queensbury gets plenty of rain and four full seasons—ideal conditions for grass that grows fast and needs regular attention. When you hand that off to someone who knows what they’re doing, your lawn stays ahead of the weeds, the growth, and the chaos. You get your time back and a yard that doesn’t embarrass you when the neighbors walk by.
Emerson Excavating and Trucking has been operating in Queensbury, NY and the surrounding area since 1997. What started as a logging operation became a full-time excavation business, and in 2022, turned into a father-son partnership. Josh is on almost every job, which means there’s no mystery about who’s responsible when something needs attention.
We’re not a franchise. We’re not running 12 crews across three counties. We’re local, and we’re building relationships with people who need reliable service—not just cheap labor that disappears after two cuts.
You’ll find us working on new home sites, driveways, septic systems, and land clearing projects throughout Queensbury. Lawn mowing is an extension of what we already do: take care of properties the right way, show up when we say we will, and make sure you’re not dealing with problems we should’ve handled the first time.
First, we come out and look at your property. We’re checking the size, the terrain, any obstacles or tricky areas, and what kind of schedule makes sense for your lawn. Queensbury’s climate means most lawns need weekly cuts during peak growing season—usually late spring through summer—and less frequent service in early spring and fall.
Once we agree on timing and pricing, we put you on the schedule. You’ll know when we’re coming, and we show up unless weather makes it impossible. We’re mowing to the right height for your grass type and the season, keeping blades sharp so we’re cutting clean instead of tearing.
After the cut, we’re cleaning up edges, blowing off driveways and walkways, and leaving your property looking finished—not like someone just ran through it. If something looks off or needs attention, we’ll let you know. You’re not hunting us down for updates or wondering if we’re still in business.
This isn’t complicated. It’s lawn mowing done the way it should be: consistent, professional, and reliable. You get a well-maintained yard without giving up your weekends or dealing with equipment you don’t want to own.
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Every lawn mowing service in Queensbury, NY includes the actual cut, trimming around edges and obstacles, and blowing off hard surfaces so you’re not tracking grass clippings everywhere. We’re using professional-grade equipment that’s maintained and sharp—not homeowner mowers that struggle halfway through the season.
We adjust cutting height based on the time of year and your grass type. Cutting too short stresses your lawn and invites weeds. Cutting too high looks sloppy and can cause thatch buildup. We’re aiming for that middle ground where your grass stays healthy and your yard looks clean.
Queensbury properties vary—some are flat and wide open, others have slopes, gardens, or wooded edges. We handle the terrain and work around what’s there. If you’ve got areas that need different attention or sections that are better left longer, we can adjust.
You’re also working with a company that does excavation, land clearing, and site prep. If your lawn has drainage issues, rough grading, or needs help beyond mowing, we’ve got the equipment and experience to handle it. Most lawn mowing companies can’t touch that stuff. We can, and we do it regularly for properties throughout Queensbury.
Most lawns in Queensbury, NY need mowing once a week during the peak growing season, which typically runs from late May through August. Queensbury gets consistent rainfall and has a climate that keeps grass growing actively through summer, so weekly cuts keep your lawn healthy and looking maintained.
In early spring and fall, you can usually stretch it to every 10 days or two weeks as growth slows down. If we get a particularly wet stretch or you’ve fertilized recently, your grass might need more frequent attention. If it’s dry or we’re heading into late September, we can dial it back.
The key is not letting your grass get too long between cuts. If you’re removing more than a third of the blade height in one mowing, you’re stressing the lawn and leaving behind clumps of clippings that smother the grass underneath. Consistent mowing at the right frequency keeps your yard healthier and easier to maintain. We’ll adjust your schedule based on what your lawn actually needs, not just a fixed calendar.
Lawn mowing costs in Queensbury, NY depend on the size of your property, how much trimming is involved, and how accessible everything is. A typical residential lawn runs anywhere from $40 to $80 per cut for most standard-sized yards. Larger properties or ones with more obstacles, slopes, or detailed trimming work will cost more.
We give you a clear price upfront after looking at your property. You’re not getting surprise charges or vague estimates that change every month. The price we agree on is what you pay unless you ask us to do something extra.
For comparison, the national average for lawn mowing is around $125 per cut, but that includes larger properties and commercial work. Locally, you’re looking at pricing that reflects the actual work involved—not inflated rates or lowball quotes that disappear after the first month. If someone’s significantly cheaper, ask why. Usually it’s because they’re cutting corners, using dull blades, or they won’t be around by mid-season. We price fairly for professional work that’s done right and shows up consistently.
Yes. We handle lawn mowing and grounds maintenance for commercial properties in Queensbury, NY. We’re already working on construction sites, doing land clearing and excavation work for commercial projects, so adding regular lawn maintenance is a natural fit.
Commercial properties need reliable service that doesn’t disrupt business hours and doesn’t leave the property looking half-finished. We schedule around your needs, show up when we say we will, and make sure your property looks professional. If you’ve got larger open areas, retention ponds, or sections that need bush hogging or rough mowing, we’ve got the equipment for that too.
We’re also expanding into commercial snow removal for the upcoming winter, so if you’re looking for a single company that can handle your property year-round—mowing in summer, snow removal in winter—we’re set up to do that. You’re working with a local business that’s been operating in the area since 1997, not a national franchise that rotates through subcontractors. If something needs attention, you’re talking to the same people who are actually doing the work.
For most grass types in Queensbury, NY, you want to keep your lawn between 2.5 and 3.5 inches during the growing season. Cutting too short—what’s called scalping—stresses the grass, exposes soil to weeds, and makes your lawn more vulnerable to drought and disease. Cutting too high can cause thatch buildup and make your yard look unkempt.
In late spring and summer, keeping grass slightly taller (closer to 3 or 3.5 inches) helps shade the soil, retain moisture, and keeps roots healthier during hot stretches. In early spring and fall, you can go slightly shorter as temperatures cool and growth slows.
The type of grass matters too. If you’ve got a mix of Kentucky bluegrass and fescue—common in Queensbury—you’re aiming for that 3-inch range most of the season. If someone’s mowing your lawn at 2 inches or less, they’re doing damage even if it looks neat for a day or two. Professional lawn mowing means adjusting height based on conditions, not just setting the deck once and forgetting about it. We keep blades sharp and adjust cutting height throughout the season so your grass stays healthy, not just short.
Yes. We regularly work on properties throughout Queensbury, NY that have slopes, uneven terrain, wooded edges, and sections that aren’t flat and easy. Our background in excavation and land clearing means we’re used to working on challenging sites—not just flat suburban lawns.
If your property has steep slopes, we’ve got equipment that can handle it safely. If there are areas that need bush hogging or rough mowing instead of a standard lawn cut, we do that too. Some properties have sections near the house that need regular mowing and back areas that just need to be knocked down a few times a season—we can manage both.
Queensbury properties vary a lot. Some are wide open, others back up to wooded areas or have drainage swales and retention areas that need different attention. We adjust our approach based on what your property actually needs. If you’ve got grading issues, drainage problems, or rough areas that need more than just mowing, we can handle that work too. Most lawn mowing companies don’t have the equipment or experience for anything beyond basic residential yards. We do, and we’re already using it on job sites across the area.
We do both. If you need a one-time cut because your lawn got away from you or you’re prepping your property for an event or sale, we can handle that. If you want regular, scheduled service throughout the season, we’ll put you on the calendar and keep your lawn maintained consistently.
Most customers in Queensbury, NY prefer a regular schedule during the growing season—it keeps the lawn healthier, looks better, and costs less per cut than one-off service. But we understand that not everyone needs or wants a full-season commitment. Maybe you’re selling a property, maybe you just need help catching up after a few weeks of rain, or maybe you handle it yourself most of the time but need backup occasionally.
One-time cuts typically cost more per visit because we’re fitting you in between scheduled customers and there’s no ongoing relationship to offset the setup. If your lawn is overgrown, it also takes longer and puts more strain on equipment. We’ll give you an honest price based on the condition and size of your property. If you decide you want regular service after that first cut, we can get you on the schedule and adjust pricing accordingly.
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