Do we offer mowing only services?

No, we do not. We only offer full-service lawn maintenance packages where we take care of everything, including weekly mowing, spring cleanup, weekly cleanups, fall cleanup, and an organic fertilizer program.

What is included in the weekly cleanup service?

We will perform mini cleanups on the flowerbeds each week while we are out cutting the grass. We will focus on weeding, edging beds, and trimming bushes on a weekly basis. This is a game changer and will keep the yard looking great all throughout the season.

Wheaton Lawn Maintenance & Mowing Services

Discover the ultimate in worry-free lawn care with our comprehensive maintenance packages at Ware Landscaping. From spring through fall, and even into winter with optional snow removal, we handle every aspect of your property. Our exclusive weekly clean-ups ensure your yard remains immaculate, setting us apart from the rest.

Trust us for complete care – we’re your partners in creating a stunning outdoor space. Contact us today to experience the difference!  Please note, we do NOT offer mowing-only services.

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“I have been using Ware landscaping since the business began about 15 years. I have used them for all services lawn maintenance, entire landscape redesign, hard scape replacing an old wooden deck with a beautiful stone patio and fire pit and sump pump and rain drainage systems. Great work ethic and team work.”

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Wheaton Lawn Maintenance Specialists

Wheaton is a thriving DuPage County community where outdoor spaces matter. The beautifully kept yards along Franklin Avenue, around Cantigny Park, and throughout neighborhoods like Danada Farms and Arrowhead don’t maintain themselves, they take consistent, skilled, weekly attention.

At Ware Landscaping, we’ve been serving Wheaton homeowners and businesses for over 20 years. Our headquarters is in Naperville right next door and our crews know Wheaton’s neighborhoods, its soil, and the standard its residents expect. Chances are you’ve driven past a Wheaton yard we maintain and thought it looked exceptional. That’s the standard we bring to every property, every single week.

We offer one comprehensive package the Ware Weekly Cleanup because complete care is the only kind of care that delivers results. We service residential properties, commercial properties, and homeowners’ associations throughout Wheaton. And we do not offer mowing-only contracts. If you want the best-looking lawn on your street, you need more than a mow.

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Lawn Care in Wheaton, IL — What Makes This Market Different

Wheaton isn’t just any Chicago suburb. It’s a community that takes genuine pride in its homes, its parks, and its outdoor spaces and that means the expectations for lawn care here are high.

DuPage County’s heavy clay soil, common throughout Wheaton neighborhoods, drains poorly after the heavy spring and summer rains Illinois is known for. Without proper fertilization timing, aeration, and drainage integration, even well-maintained lawns develop bare spots, pooling, and aggressive weed pressure within weeks. The freeze-thaw cycles of an Illinois winter put additional stress on turf that isn’t properly prepared in fall.

Many Wheaton communities also have HOA standards. Neighborhoods like Danada Farms, Arrowhead, Wheaton Oaks, and Manchester Lakes maintain strict guidelines for lawn appearance. One missed week of maintenance can mean a notice from your HOA which is exactly why our weekly program is built around reliability and consistency, not convenience.

Our Wheaton lawn maintenance program is designed for these specific conditions. We show up every week, on schedule, and handle every detail. No skipped visits, no shortcuts.

Wheaton zip codes we serve: 60187 · 60188 · 60189

The Ware Weekly Cleanup & Lawn Maintenance Package

We offer one comprehensive lawn maintenance package and it covers everything your Wheaton property needs from April through November.

Spring Clean Up

When the Wheaton winter breaks, your lawn needs a complete reset. Everyone loves those early spring days when the grass starts to green up and the trees begin to bud but it’s also when weeds are sprouting and debris from winter threatens to choke out your beds.

Our spring cleanup covers everything: blowing out and re-edging flowerbeds, clearing last season’s debris, trimming and shaping plants and shrubs, and giving the yard its fresh first cut of the season. We tailor the plan to your specific property both residential and commercial so your outdoor space is set up for success from day one.

Weekly Mowing & Edging

Every week throughout the growing season, we cut your grass using a grass catcher to keep clippings clean and contained. We weed-whack all edges, power edge your sidewalks and driveway, and blow off all hard surfaces before we leave. Your Wheaton property looks freshly serviced on every single visit not just occasionally.

Weekly Cleanups & Gardening

This is where we separate ourselves from every other lawn company in Wheaton. While most companies only mow, we weed your flower beds, edge the beds, and trim your bushes on a weekly basis. Consistent, weekly flowerbed attention is what makes the difference between a yard that looks acceptable and one that looks genuinely stunning.

Organic Fertilizer Program & Weed Prevention

Too many weeds can undermine everything you’ve invested in your landscaping and so can poor soil quality. We apply certified organic fertilizer five times per year, keeping your Wheaton lawn healthy and green from the inside out. Our program includes targeted spot spraying for weed prevention and grub control. All fertilizers are child-safe and pet-safe, because Wheaton families use their yards.

Fall Clean Up — Two Rounds

When Wheaton’s leaves start falling in October, your lawn needs more than a superficial rake. We perform two dedicated fall cleanups one in October and one in November covering full leaf removal, flowerbed blowout and re-edging, plant trimming, and complete winterization of your yard. We prepare your property properly for the cold months so it recovers fast and strong in spring.

Optional Snow Removal

In the winter months, add unlimited residential snow removal to your package with our Lawn & Snow Combo. We keep your driveway, sidewalks, and walkways clear of ice and snow at the ½-inch threshold all winter so your property is always safe and accessible.

Wheaton Lawn Maintenance Pricing

1 YEAR

8 months: April – November
Spring clean up, weekly mowing, weekly clean ups, organic fertilizer and fall clean up.

$698

Per month

3 YEAR LOYALTY

8 months: April – November
Spring clean up, weekly mowing, weekly clean ups, organic fertilizer and fall clean up.

$598

Starting at

Lawn & Snow Combo

12 months: January – December
Spring clean up, weekly mowing, weekly clean ups, organic fertilizer, fall clean up and unlimited snow removal 1/2”+

$565

Starting at

Estimate Disclaimer

Prices listed are starting estimates and subject to change depending on the size of the property.

Ware WEEKLY Cleanup and Lawn Maintenance Package

We offer weekly commercial and residential lawn maintenance services.

These packages include:

Spring Cleanup: We’ll edge and blow out the flowerbeds, give your yard a fresh cut, and trim your plants.
Weekly Mowing: We’ll cut your grass with a grass catcher to reduce debris, then weed-wack the edges, power-edge your sidewalks, and blow off your sidewalks and driveways.
Weekly Cleanups and Gardening: We do a weekly weeding and edging service, as well as bush trimming.

Note: We only offer these services as part of a complete weekly package. We do not offer mowing-only services. We also offer a $100 per month discount on lawn maintenance packages for our customers who do a drainage, hardscaping, or landscaping project worth $5,000 or more.

Wheaton Lawn Maintenance Service Areas & Zip Codes

We provide full-service lawn maintenance across all of Wheaton, Illinois and the surrounding DuPage County communities.

Wheaton neighborhoods we serve: Danada Farms · Arrowhead · Wheaton Oaks · Briarcliffe · Manchester Lakes · Rice Lake · Kenyon Farm · Prentiss Creek · Wynstone · College Park · Downtown Wheaton

Wheaton zip codes: 60187 · 60188 · 60189

We also serve surrounding communities including Glen Ellyn, Naperville, Lisle, Downers Grove, Warrenville, Winfield, Carol Stream, and West Chicago. Call 630-885-6370 to confirm we serve your area.

Why Wheaton Homeowners Choose Ware Landscaping

Founded in Naperville in 2000 by Mike Ware, our company grew from a one-person operation into one of the most trusted full-service landscaping companies in the Chicago suburbs — built entirely on word-of-mouth referrals from homeowners in Wheaton, Naperville, Barrington, and beyond. Mike and his team are directly involved in every project. When you call Ware Landscaping, you’re working with the people who built this company — not a franchise or a call center.

We show up every week, on schedule. You’ll have the same reliable crew, the same day, every week throughout the season.
We do more on every visit. Every single visit includes mowing, edging, weeding, trimming, and blowing off hard surfaces — not just a mow and leave.
We use organic fertilizer. We care about your lawn’s long-term health and your family’s safety. Child-safe, pet-safe, certified organic inputs on every application.
We are not a mowing-only company. If you want the best-looking lawn in your Wheaton neighborhood, you need complete weekly care — and that’s exactly what we deliver.
We’re locally based. Based in Naperville with crews operating throughout DuPage County, we know the neighborhoods, the soil, and the seasonal demands of Wheaton lawns.
Licensed & fully insured. Complete liability and workers’ compensation coverage on every job, every time.
Rated Top 3 in the Wheaton and Naperville area — independently verified.
Featured on WBBM Newsradio & The Score 670 — recognized across Chicago’s most listened-to radio stations.
222 five-star Google reviews from real homeowners and businesses across Wheaton, Naperville, Barrington, and the suburbs we serve.

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When you dream about your perfect Wheaton yard, what do you envision? A beautiful patio and outdoor dining area? Stunning flower beds and lush landscaping? A thick, green lawn with mature shade trees?

Whatever your vision, Ware Landscaping can make it a reality. If you have standing water, dead spots, weeds taking over, or an overgrown look to your flowerbeds, we can fix it. From weekly lawn maintenance and organic fertilization to drainage repair and hardscaping, Ware Landscaping is ready to give you the outdoor space you’ve been dreaming of — and maintain it to the highest standard every single week.

We are proud to care for some of Wheaton’s most beautiful lawns. Whether you need to make improvements or simply maintain a space you’ve already invested in, Ware Landscaping is the team Wheaton trusts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer mowing-only services in Wheaton?

No. Ware Landscaping does not offer standalone mowing contracts in Wheaton or any of our service areas. All lawn care is delivered as part of our complete Weekly Cleanup package — weekly mowing, edging, weed prevention, organic fertilization, and seasonal cleanups. This is how we ensure every property we maintain looks consistently excellent, not just freshly cut.

What is included in weekly lawn maintenance visits in Wheaton?

Every weekly visit includes: cutting grass with a catcher, weed-whacking all edges, power edging sidewalks and driveways, weeding flower beds, edging beds, trimming bushes, and blowing off all hard surfaces. This full-service approach is what separates Ware Landscaping from companies that only mow.

How much does lawn maintenance cost in Wheaton, IL?

Our full-service lawn maintenance packages in Wheaton start at $565/month for the Lawn & Snow Combo (12-month plan), $598/month for a 3-year loyalty plan, or $698/month for a 1-year plan. All packages cover April through November. Pricing varies by property size — contact us for a personalized quote.

When does your lawn maintenance season start in Wheaton?

Our standard season runs April through November — 8 months of complete weekly care. For year-round coverage, our Lawn & Snow Combo extends through winter with unlimited residential snow removal starting at ½ inch of snowfall.

How frequently should mulch be reapplied in Wheaton?

Most Wheaton homeowners should apply mulch once per year — typically in spring, which provides protection through the full growing season. Some high-visibility areas may benefit from a light second application in early fall to protect plants heading into winter. We install premium hardwood mulch at the correct depth as part of our one-time spring cleanup package starting at $1,995.

Contact Ware Landscaping

When you dream about your perfect yard, what do you envision? A beautiful patio and outdoor dining area? Stunning flowers and landscaped beds? A lush lawn with tall shady trees?

No matter what you think about when you dream of your perfect yard, Ware Landscaping can help. If you have standing water, dead spots in the lawn, a scraggly garden, lots of weeds, or an overgrown look to your flowerbeds, we can fix it. From plant pruning and flowerbed cleanup to drainage repair and hardscaping, Ware Landscaping is ready to give you the outdoor spaces you’ve been dreaming of.

We are proud to take care of some of Wheaton’s most beautiful lawns. Whether you need to make improvements or maintain a space you’ve already beautified, Ware Landscaping is ready to do the work. Give us a call today so we can reimagine your life outside in Wheaton!

What people are saying

Ware Landscaping & Snow Removal

They did a great job and we are very pleased!

“I contacted Mike at Ware Landscaping for help with fixing my flooded backyard and garage. Mike gave me an honest assessment of my situation and recommended the right system to fix my problems (a lot of issues). Ware Landscaping installed drainage, underground downspouts, underground sump pump lines, driveway drains and surface drains in the yard to fix all my problems.. The team was very professional and always asked for my approval on work being done before it was completed. They did a great job and we are very pleased!”

Jim Kristof

I recommend him without any hesitation.

“We had a water problem in our basement that Mike Ware completely eliminated by removing both our sump pump water and downspout water away from the home. He was professional and highly motivated to solve the problem and do it the right way. I always felt like a priority and that my project mattered. I recommend him without any hesitation.”

Michael Swider

FANTASTIC JOB!!!

Ware Landscaping did a FANTASTIC JOB!!! I needed my entire backyard regraded and they filled it in with more than 2 truck loads, installed a French drain and put new beautiful green sod on top. They also power washed and reset my front retaining wall. Communication from the beginning was always very good. We always knew when they were coming out. The project was completed on time as well. They also called on their own a month after the project to check on the sod and were willing to replace some spots due to the June heat wave. Would recommend Ware Landscaping to all!!!”

Dan Malloy

The entire crew were incredible, so friendly, knowledgeable, and paid attention to every detail.

“Mike, Greg and the rest of the crew made our back yard dream a reality with a drainage system to remove the stream that flowed through the middle of the yard, which flooded every rainstorm and stuck around for weeks. To complete the look in came a perfectly designed beautiful hardscape patio that we can’t wait to use this summer. The entire crew were incredible, so friendly, knowledgeable, and paid attention to every detail. Highly recommend!”

Katie Jankowski

The crew was fast, friendly, and tidy.

“We had a wooden deck for a front porch that was starting to age. When we removed it we saw that there was a concrete slab underneath it that was pitched toward our house, creating an issue with standing water up against our foundation. We had Mike come by to advise us on the best solution, and he suggested permeable pavers. We were able to come up with a custom design with him that day. The crew was fast, friendly, and tidy. I’m sure they do much bigger jobs than our little patio, but this project made a huge difference for our home.

Cecily Ivey