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Lawn Care
Mowing, edging, fertilizing, weed control, aeration and power raking. Tell us what your lawn needs and request a quote.
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Landscaping &
lawn care in Red Deer
Lawn care and landscaping for Red Deer. Choose help for the yard you have, a new lawn or the seasonal work on your list.
Request a Quote ↗Match the service to the goal
Some yard jobs help you keep up. Others change the space. Rent a Rake has been doing yard work since 2006. Here is a practical guide to choosing the next step for your Red Deer property.
Before & after
Red Deer backyard sod installation
Before
After
A Red Deer backyard, from patchy grass and bare ground to a green lawn. Rent a Rake handled the yard preparation, sod installation and aftercare.
What do you want to change?
Start with the result you want. You do not need to choose the right service name first. A clear goal helps explain the job.
| Your goal | A service to explore |
|---|---|
| Keep grass neat and managed | Lawn care |
| Start with fresh grass cover | Sod installation |
| Make watering easier to manage | Irrigation |
| Clear a stump from usable space | Stump grinding |
| Clear leaves and loose yard debris | Spring or fall cleanup |
Keep up with the growing lawn
Mowing and edging help with regular upkeep. We also offer fertilizing, weed control, aeration and power raking.
The right work depends on the lawn. If you want help with thin grass, say where it looks poor. If you just want help keeping up, tell us that. A lawn care quote confirms the services and timing you agree to.
Build a new grass surface
For bare ground or a lawn you want to replace, sod is an option. It gives you live grass cover, then needs water and time for the roots to settle into the soil.
Our starting price covers prep, sod, supplies and installation. Tell us the area to cover and what is there now. It helps to mention the route into the yard and how the new grass will be watered.
Take the hose-moving out of the plan
An underground sprinkler system can run watering on a timer. It splits the lawn into zones. Each zone waters part of the space.
The number of zones depends on the water supply and layout. The final quote is based on the system your yard needs. If you are also getting sod, discuss the work under the lawn first.
Open up a spot blocked by a stump
Stump grinding may help when old wood is in the way of lawn use or mowing. Let us know what you want to do with the space next.
Share the stump size, the gate opening and any tight turns. Ask about chips and ground repair in the quote. Those details matter as much as removing the visible stump.
Clear the list that comes with the season
In spring and fall, we offer leaf pickup, branch pickup, lawn raking and hauling debris away. The quote sets the areas and work included.
Tell us if the mess is spread out or already in piles. Mention large branches or unusual waste. If you also want lawn care, include it so the tasks can be discussed together.
One place to explain the work
A note with your Red Deer location and yard goal is enough to begin. Add rough measurements, access limits and your preferred timing if known.
You can select one service and list others in the details. If you are unsure, choose that option. Your request starts a conversation; it does not book the work or lock in a starting price.
Go deeper into
the work you need
Read the full guides for care tips, what each job covers and questions to ask before work starts.
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Sod Installation
We prep the ground, supply the sod and lay your new lawn. Sod installation starts at $1.20 per square foot.
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Stump Grinding
Have a stump in the way? Learn what grinding does, what can remain and what to include in a quote request.
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Underground Sprinklers / Irrigation
A sprinkler system waters your yard in sections called zones. Irrigation starts at $900 per zone.
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Spring Cleanup
Leaf pickup, branch pickup, lawn raking and hauling debris away. Request a quote for your spring yard cleanup.
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Fall Cleanup
Leaf pickup, branch pickup, lawn raking and debris hauling. Get a quote for the fall work your yard needs.
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The work, in real life
Planning work in Red Deer
Ask about your propertyWhich service should I choose for a Red Deer yard project?
Choose the closest match, or the not-sure option. Describe the result you want and what is in the way now.
Can I request routine care and a one-time job together?
Yes. For example, you can ask about lawn care and a stump in one request. Confirm the work and timing for each.
Will sod fix every problem with my old lawn?
No. The ground and the cause of poor grass still matter. Tell us about wet spots, shade or other concerns before choosing a new lawn.
Do you only work in Red Deer?
No. We also serve Carstairs, Innisfail, Penhold, Springbrook and Olds. Each has a guide linked on the site.
Other communities we serve
Red Deer & Central Alberta
Tell us about your Red Deer property
Tell us where you are, what needs doing and the result you have in mind.