BEST Lawn Care in Barrie

Barrie is a beautiful scenic area set right near Lake Simcoe that, because of its unique setting, can experience wide swings in the type of weather patterns it deals with. This can take a toll on your grass, gardens and lawn. If you live in the Barrie area and find yourself wondering “where can I find a high-quality lawn maintenance service near me?” look no further than LawnSavers. We have many great lawn care programs that can help keep your Barrie lawn Green & Healthy.

As an award-winning local lawn service company, LawnSavers have helped many Barrie residents deal with unhealthy lawn issues that may have surfaced due to drought conditions; or those that have been negatively impacted by harsh wet winters. Ontario’s climate is in constant flux, each season can be very different from the last. The lawn experts at LawnSavers have years of experience dealing with lawn care issues of all sorts so rest assured that lawn care help is always nearby.

Lawn Care Service Packages Near You in Barrie

We offer a wide range of services to our lawn maintenance customers in the Barrie area starting at only $54.00 per visit (for up to 1000 sq. ft. of actual lawn area), but for the most comprehensive care for a healthy lawn, we recommend our Protector Package. This lawn care package will give you maximum coverage and the very BEST VALUE! in a lawn maintenance service.

LawnSavers Best of the Best Lawn Care Service This package includes:

The Best Weed Control Management In Barrie

Nothing ruins a perfectly manicured lawn, like those you see around the Holly and Ardagh neighbourhoods, than weeds. They are a blemish that can choke out the beautiful healthy grass. At LawnSavers, your top lawn care weed control solution in Barrie, we understand that the best way to control weeds is a well-nourished lawn.

Many pesticides have been banned by the Ontario government But LawnSavers has solutions! At LawnSavers, as grass experts, we pride ourselves on using products that are safe for your family and are continually testing currently available weed control products to make sure our Barrie lawn care customers are receiving the most effective weed management possible. We have found a new product, Fiesta®, provides the most effective results. It has become our go-to pesticide for a weed management program near you in Barrie and throughout Southern Ontario.

This weed control product is very effective on a wide variety of broad-leaved weeds, can be applied in a wide range of temperatures, and best of all, it does not require watering to be effective.  It works especially well when it is used as part of a comprehensive healthy lawn program. Products like Beet Juice and Corn Gluten are not as effective and serve only to fertilize your lawn and weeds at best.

A Healthy, Thick Lawn is Your Best Defense

If you are looking for the best lawn service company in Barrie, the lawn care experts at LawnSavers are the answer near you. We will discuss what you want from your lawn, and work with you to make sure your lawn looks beautiful and that your lawn maintenance is minimal. We also have many add-on lawn service features, such as custom full lawn over-seeding, which can be added to our aeration visit to your Barrie home and will introduce your lawn to much hardier varieties of seed. These are bred to withstand higher temperatures, need less water, and resist insects like chinch bug!

Best Lawn Pest Defense in Barrie, ON

To keep Barrie’s pesky lawn invaders at bay, start with a strong defense: nourish your lawn with proper watering, fertilizing, and mowing. Regularly scout for telltale signs like brown patches and dead areas, and act fast when you see insect activity.  Call our team for an evaluation and we can make your worries (and those pesky pests) disappear.

Top Offending Lawn Pests in Barrie:

  • Grubs: White, grub-like larvae of beetles like Japanese beetles and June bugs. They feed on grass roots, causing brown patches and dead areas. They’re most active in late summer and early fall.
  • Sod webworms: Cream-colored caterpillars that live in silken tunnels just below the soil surface. They feed on grass clippings and blades, leaving behind bare patches with a spongy feel. Look for moths fluttering at dusk for signs of infestation.
  • Chinch bugs: Black and white bugs that suck juices from grass blades, causing yellowing and wilting. They thrive in hot, dry weather and often target stressed lawns. Look for irregular yellowing patches, especially near sidewalks or driveways.
  • Armyworms: Green or brown caterpillars that move in large groups, devouring everything in their path. They’re more common in late summer and early fall and can quickly devastate large areas of lawn. Check for signs of feeding damage (irregularly chewed blades) and large groups of caterpillars.

Soil Composition and Lawn Care in Barrie

The soil composition in Barrie, Ontario, is primarily influenced by two factors: parent material and drainage characteristics.  Barrie’s soil is basically formed by two types of parent material that lead to a combination of clay, silt, sand and gravel. A marine influence adds more sand into the mix – with a bit of a salt influence happening closer to shoreline along Lake Simcoe.

Lawn & Soil Drainage Characteristics:

  • Poorly drained: Much of Barrie’s soil is classified as Gleysolic, meaning it has poor drainage due to a high water table or impermeable clay layer. This is evident in low-lying areas and near water bodies.
  • Well-drained: Some areas, particularly on slopes and ridges, have well-drained soils classified as Brunisolic. These soils allow water to percolate more freely.

If your lawn has areas of standing water, high spots with poor grass growth – or just looks lackluster overall – it’s important to have an expert take a look at a variety of possibilities, including soil composition, drainage, lawn pests, and watering efficiency!

Barrie, ON Watering Restrictions, Green Lawns, And Expert Advice

Barrie’s lawn watering restrictions are always in effect for anyone connected to the municipal water supply.  Residents with even/odd addresses can only water on even/odd days between 6pm and 8am.  There is the potential for additional restrictions during peak use periods or water supply issues. These could include complete watering bans.  You can track and learn more about watering restrictions for Barrie and nearby towns on our watering and water ban information page.

Watering & The Impact on Lawn Care

Water restrictions can create a limited watering window, which can make maintenance of a lush lawn more challenging, especially during hot summer weeks.  This can increase the stress on your lawn and open the door for disease, pest, and heat damage.  Luckily, a few adjustments to your watering routine can make a big difference.  A deeper water, less frequently, is actually better for your lawn.  Adding a rain barrel can help you collect water for maintaining your flower planters, garden & bushes through the dry months in Barrie.  Also a healthy lawn going into the dry season is much easier to maintain than trying to make a less-than-lush lawn great during a dry spell.

Our team of experts offers the following benefits when you bring us on board to help you create & maintain a healthy lawn: 

  • Professional knowledge: We understand local regulations and best practices for water-efficient lawn care.
  • Time-saving: We’ll take care of fertilizing, pest control, and other maintenance tasks, freeing up your time and eliminating your need to store less effective big box store fertilizer and chemicals – and the equipment to apply them..
  • Expert advice: Can recommend drought-resistant plants, watering strategies, and other water-saving solutions.

Overall, Barrie’s lawn watering restrictions require residents to be mindful of their water usage and consider alternative approaches to lawn care. Hiring our team of expert lawn care professionals will help you adapt these restrictions while maintaining a healthy lawn.

Why Choose LawnSavers, a Canadian-Owned Company North of Toronto?

Canadian-owned LawnSavers has dominated the Greater Toronto Area lawn care scene, consistently achieving top ratings across various platforms. They’ve been voted the “Top Lawn Maintenance Company of the GTA” for an impressive 8 years in a row by the Top Choice Awards. HomeStars recognizes them as the “Best of the Best” in the Lawn Care Category for the GTA, including 2025. LawnSavers’ dedication to customer care is evident in their 12 consecutive Consumer Choice Awards for Best Lawn Care Service in the GTA.  With a stellar 9.2/10 rating and over 678+ reviews on HomeStars, LawnSavers is the clear front-runner for trusted lawn care services by a Canadian-owned family company in the Toronto area.

Lawn Care Service Near You

Whether you live near  Lake Simcoe, down by Mapleview Dr, or anywhere in between, LawnSavers is the best lawn care company in Barrie to give you the lawn you’ve always wanted. Contact us today if you have any lawn maintenance questions or to set up an initial assessment.

Kyle!
Chief Environmental Officer

Call or email us today to find out why LawnSavers has been voted HomeStars Best lawn care service for 20+ years running! Thank you Barrie Lawn Care Experts for making us your favorite lawn care provider!

If you live in Barrie Lawn Care Experts, you may not be aware that even during a water restriction phase, there are usually times that you can still water your lawn effectively. A healthy lawn only needs 1-1.5 inches of water each week.

LawnSavers takes the work out of this for you: visit our water ban information page.

LawnSavers is proud to offer the same lawn care services for the Barrie and Innisfil area that won us the the award  for “Consumers Choice” Best Lawn Care company in the GTA for the past 12 years including 2025! We’ve been serving Barrie for years now and are taking care of customers one at a time with a high level of care and commitment!

If you’re wondering if you should hire LawnSavers to help with lawn care, see what our customers have to say about us:

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Also, check out our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee that shows we’ll work with you to do whatever it takes to make your lawn beautiful.

Here’s what Lilly from King City said on HomeStars:

“Meeting Kyle Tobin from LawnSavers years ago led us to trust him and his company enough to service us for the last 5 years. We have NEVER been disappointed. Who can say that year after year? Professional & friendly crew and they are always there when you need them, even during off hours. Highly recommend this company!”

Rating: 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

We’re proud of our 9.2/10 Rating at HomeStars.com

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