A professional fall cleanup usually includes leaf removal from the lawn, beds and hard surfaces, cutting back spent perennials, pulling late weeds, re-cutting bed edges, and hauling all debris away. Gutter cleaning and a mulch top-off are common add-ons in the same visit.
"Fall cleanup" can mean very different things depending on who you hire. Here's what a full one should include, so you can compare quotes apples to apples.
The core of a fall cleanup
- Leaf removal from the lawn, beds, along fences and off patios, walks and the driveway
- Bed cleanouts: leaves and debris pulled from beds and away from the foundation
- Perennial cutbacks: hostas, daylilies and other spent plants cut down
- Late-season weeding before weeds go to seed
- Edging re-cut so beds are crisp in spring
- Haul-away: everything bagged and removed, with no piles left behind
Popular add-ons
- Gutter cleaning after the leaves drop
- A light fall mulch top-off to insulate roots
- Light shrub shaping
- Pressure washing the patio or walkway before winter
Questions to ask before you book
- Are leaves hauled away, or blown into the woods or the street?
- Are beds and gutters included, or extra?
- One visit, or a second pass after the last leaves fall?
- Are you insured?
DK Outdoor Services has been doing full fall cleanups across Brunswick, Medina and Northeast Ohio since 2022. See fall cleanups or text photos to 440-532-3857 for a quick quote.
FAQ
How long does a fall cleanup take?
It depends on the size of the yard and the number of trees. Most homes are done in a single visit.
Should I cut back perennials in the fall?
Most spent perennials like hostas and daylilies can be cut back. Ornamental grasses and seed heads can be left for winter interest if you like.
DK Outdoor Services has been serving Brunswick, Medina County and Northeast Ohio since 2022. Free estimates.
Written by the DK Outdoor Services team in Brunswick, Ohio. Licensed & insured · Est. 2022.
