Yard Cleanup in Boston, MA

At Masters' Guild, we offer comprehensive yard cleanup services to help you maintain a tidy and beautiful outdoor space. Our team handles everything from leaf removal and debris cleanup to lawn care and garden maintenance, ensuring your yard looks its best year-round.

Yard Cleanup in Boston, MA: Standard yard cleanup (per visit) typically runs $220–$660 USD in 2026; the other common jobs below range from $110 to $1,200, depending mostly on yard size. Post your job free on Masters' Guild to get offers from ID-verified local pros; payment is held until the work is done.

What yard cleanup costs in Boston, MA (2026)

Typical yard cleanup prices in Boston, MA (USD, 2026) — low to high per job

Job	Typical range (USD)	Unit
Standard yard cleanup (per visit)	$220–$660	per visit
Spring cleanup	$110–$330	per visit
Fall cleanup (leaf removal)	$220–$660	per visit
Hourly crew rate	$35–$90	per hour
Full-acre lot cleanup	$940–$1,200	per job

Estimates: typical US ranges adjusted for Boston's regional price level (about 10% above the national average; BEA Regional Price Parities 2023, all items, Boston-Cambridge-Newton MA-NH MSA (110.4/100)). Get two or three quotes for your exact job.

Our Yard Cleanup Expertise in Boston, MA

Leaf and Debris Removal

Say goodbye to cluttered outdoor spaces. Our team efficiently removes leaves, branches, and other debris, leaving your yard spotless.

Lawn Care Maintenance

Enhance the health and appearance of your lawn with our professional care, including mowing, edging, and aeration services.

Garden Cleanup and Maintenance

We handle everything from weeding and pruning to soil care, ensuring your garden thrives.

Seasonal Cleanup Services

Prepare your yard for every season with tailored services, including fall leaf removal and spring revitalization.

Curb Appeal Enhancement

Our yard cleanup services improve the overall aesthetics of your outdoor space, boosting your home's curb appeal.

Why Choose Masters' Guild for Yard Cleanup Services?

Experienced Yard Professionals: Skilled in yard maintenance and cleanup techniques.
All-in-One Solutions: From lawn care to debris removal, we handle all aspects of yard cleanup.
Eco-Friendly Practices: Sustainable disposal and care methods.
Transparent Pricing: Honest estimates with no hidden fees.

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Yard Cleanup Services We Offer

Masters' Guild provides a complete range of yard cleanup solutions:

Leaf and Debris Removal: Thorough cleaning of outdoor spaces.
Lawn Care Services: Mowing, edging, and aeration for a healthy lawn.
Seasonal Yard Cleanup: Prepare your yard for fall, winter, spring, and summer.
Garden Maintenance: Weeding, pruning, and soil care to keep gardens thriving.
Patio and Walkway Cleaning: Removal of dirt and debris for clean surfaces.
Mobile-Friendly Booking: Schedule services easily through our app.

What's different about yard cleanup in Boston

In Boston, you need to plan yard cleanup around snowy winters, humid summers and coastal storms. The city gets about 43–49 inches of snow and 44 inches of rain annually, so describe the debris and yard condition when you post your job. Spring cleanup demand picks up in April and May; fall leaf removal is busiest from September through November. Booking in late August or early September can help you secure a crew before the fall rush.

Whether your yard is in Dorchester, Jamaica Plain or South End, give your crew clear details about access and parking. Roughly 54% of Boston homes are in buildings built before 1939, with triple-deckers, brick rowhouses and Victorian-era homes common. Many properties have no off-street parking, and a large majority of housing units are renter-occupied in multi-family buildings. Include parking availability, yard size, debris volume and any haul-away needs in your Masters’ Guild post so ID-verified local pros can send offers for the work you describe.

What moves the price in Boston

Boston properties without off-street parking need advance planning for crew access and debris haul-away.
Coastal nor’easters and occasional hurricane remnants make storm debris worth describing when requesting cleanup.
September through November brings the highest leaf-removal demand, which can increase cleanup costs.
April and May bring a secondary cleanup peak, with lighter demand than fall.

Licensing and permits in Massachusetts

Yard cleanup crews generally don't need a trade license in the US or Canada (it's landscaping labor, not a regulated trade); confirm the company carries general liability insurance, and ask separately about certification if the job includes pesticide/herbicide application or tree removal, which some states/provinces do regulate.

Residential building permits are issued by the local city/town building or inspectional-services department under the Massachusetts State Building Code (780 CMR); trade-specific permits (electrical, plumbing/gas, mechanical) are separately pulled by the licensed trade contractor. In Boston, permits come from the City of Boston Inspectional Services Department (ISD).

Tax: Labor on real-property home repair/improvement work is NOT taxable in Massachusetts — only sales of tangible personal property (materials, and standalone retail goods) are subject to the 6.25% tax; a contractor generally owes tax/use-tax on the materials they buy, not on the labor billed to the homeowner.

Best time to book in Boston

Fall (Sept-Nov) is the most expensive and highest-demand window because most yards need leaf removal in the same 4-6 week stretch; spring (Apr-May) is a secondary, lighter-demand peak. Booking in late August/early September lands a spot on a crew's fall list before the rush, often at better rates. Peak demand: April, May, September, October and November. Typical job length: 2-6 hours for a standard residential visit; full-acre or heavily overgrown lots can run a full day.

DIY or pro? Light raking and bagging on a small, well-kept lawn is reasonable DIY; hire a crew for large lots, heavy leaf/debris volume, gutter clearing, or an overgrown yard that's gone untouched for a season.

Areas we cover in Boston

Pros on Masters' Guild take yard cleanup jobs across Boston neighborhoods including Back Bay, Beacon Hill, South End, North End, Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Roxbury, Charlestown, South Boston, Fenway, Allston and East Boston.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I book fall yard cleanup in Boston?

Book in late August or early September to get onto a crew’s fall list before the rush. September through November is the highest-demand window, with most yards needing leaf removal during the same 4–6 weeks.

Do yard cleanup crews in Boston need a trade license?

Yard cleanup crews generally do not need a trade license because the work is landscaping labor. Confirm general liability insurance, and ask separately about certification if your Boston job includes pesticide or herbicide application or tree removal.

What parking details should I give my Boston yard cleanup crew?

Tell the crew whether off-street parking is available and describe access to the yard. Many Boston homes lack off-street parking, so include those details alongside debris volume and haul-away needs when requesting offers.

Sources: Our Yard Cleanup cost guide. Updated 2026-09-10.

We Also Serve These Nearby Satellite Cities

In addition to Boston, MA, we also offer Yard Cleanup in nearby areas, including the following satellite cities:

Cambridge, MA
Quincy, MA
Somerville, MA
Newton, MA
Brookline, MA
Medford, MA