Lawn Care in Kingsport, TN
Looking for dependable lawn services in Kingsport? Sexton Specialty Lawn Services is a locally owned, family-operated company that has been caring for lawns in our corner of East Tennessee since 2018. We mow, feed, clean up and maintain Kingsport yards, and we reply to every estimate request within 24 hours.
- Free on-site estimates
- Reply within 24 hours
- Locally owned since 2018
Lawn care that fits Kingsport yards
Kingsport lawns deal with a few things that are typical for the region. Knowing them helps us plan the right care for your yard.
Hot summers and cool season grass
Many lawns around Kingsport are tall fescue or similar cool-season grasses. They look their best in spring and fall, but the July and August heat and humidity can stress them, leaving thin or brown patches. Regular mowing at the right height through the summer helps a lawn come through in better shape.
Heavy clay soil
Much of East Tennessee has dense clay soil that packs down easily, especially in yards with kids, pets or a lot of foot traffic. Compacted soil makes it harder for water and nutrients to reach grass roots. Aeration loosens it up, and overseeding fills in the thin spots. For fescue lawns in our area, early fall is generally the best time to do both.
Mature trees and fall leaves
Kingsport's older neighborhoods are full of big shade trees. They're a big part of the city's character, but they also mean heavy leaf drop every fall and thinner grass in shady spots. A fall cleanup clears leaves and debris before they mat down and smother the lawn over winter.
Slopes and banks
Hilly lots are common around Kingsport and along the Holston River. Banks and slopes need careful trimming, and on steeper grades a retaining wall can create level space for a bed, a patio or more usable lawn.
Our lawn services in Kingsport
- Lawn care and mowing: weekly mowing, edging and trimming, fertilization, and aeration and overseeding.
- Landscaping: new beds and plantings, landscape maintenance, mulching and soil enhancement, and spring and fall cleanups.
- Hardscaping and pressure washing: patios, walkways and retaining walls, plus cleaning and care for stone and paved surfaces.
- Overgrown lawn cleanup: brush clearing and bringing neglected yards back under control.
We work with both homes and commercial properties in Kingsport, and tailor each plan to the property.
A simple year in a Kingsport lawn
- Spring: clean up winter debris, refresh mulch, and start regular mowing as the grass takes off.
- Summer: steady mowing, edging and trimming, and watching for heat stress.
- Fall: aerate and overseed, keep up with mowing while the grass is growing again, and clear leaves.
- Winter: a good time to plan landscaping or hardscape projects for the year ahead. We run year-round, so you can reach us any season.
Also serving towns near Kingsport
Along with Kingsport, we serve Church Hill, Mount Carmel, Surgoinsville and Rogersville, TN. If you're nearby and not sure whether you're in our area, just ask.
Around the Tri Cities area
Frequently Asked Questions about Lawn Care in Kingsport
Do you serve all of Kingsport?
Kingsport is one of the main towns we serve. Tell us your area when you request an estimate and we'll let you know.
When should I aerate and overseed my Kingsport lawn?
For the cool-season grasses common in Kingsport, early fall is generally the best window, when soil is still warm but the summer heat has eased. We can look at your lawn and let you know whether it would benefit.
How much does lawn care cost in Kingsport?
Every yard is different, so we don't use one flat price. We give a free, no-obligation estimate based on your property and the services you want.
How quickly will I hear back?
We reply to estimate requests within 24 hours. Our hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where we work: Church Hill, Mount Carmel, Surgoinsville, Kingsport and Rogersville, TN, plus nearby Southwest Virginia.
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Tell us what your yard needs. Free and no obligation, and we reply within 24 hours.
