A pricing model where the cost of lawn care services is calculated based on the measured turf area. Common in mowing, fertilization, and weed control services.
Pricing per square foot provides consistent, defensible quotes. Industry benchmarks for residential mowing typically range from $0.008 to $0.015 per sq ft depending on region, competition, and service level. Using a consistent rate multiplied by measured area eliminates guesswork.
"At $0.012/sq ft, a 5,000 sq ft lawn would be quoted at $60/mow — consistent with the contractor's other quotes in the same market."
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