Yard Cleanup in Los Angeles, CA

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 Los Angeles, CA: Standard yard cleanup (per visit) typically runs $230–$680 USD in 2026; the other common jobs below range from $110 to $1,250, 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 Los Angeles, CA (2026)

Typical yard cleanup prices in Los Angeles, CA (USD, 2026) — low to high per job

Job	Typical range (USD)	Unit
Standard yard cleanup (per visit)	$230–$680	per visit
Spring cleanup	$110–$340	per visit
Fall cleanup (leaf removal)	$230–$680	per visit
Hourly crew rate	$35–$90	per hour
Full-acre lot cleanup	$970–$1,250	per job

Estimates: typical US ranges adjusted for Los Angeles's regional price level (about 14% above the national average; BEA Regional Price Parities 2024, all items, Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA MSA (113.566/100)). Get two or three quotes for your exact job.

Our Yard Cleanup Expertise in Los Angeles, CA

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 Los Angeles

Los Angeles runs on a Mediterranean/semi-arid pattern: dry summers with highs near 82–85°F, mild winters down to about 48°F, and nearly all of the city's roughly 14 inches of annual rain packed into November through April. That leaves long dry stretches where leaves, cut brush, and dead groundcover just sit and accumulate instead of washing away, and it's part of why hillside and canyon lots near Highland Park and Los Feliz carry real wildfire risk once Santa Ana winds pick up each fall — dry yard debris close to a structure is exactly what those winds turn dangerous. A yard that looks fine in July can become a fire-season liability by October if it isn't cleared first.

The housing stock shapes the job as much as the weather does. At a median build age of roughly 58 years, Los Angeles skews notably older than the state and national averages, and a lot of that older housing is single-family bungalows in neighborhoods like Echo Park, Silver Lake, and Boyle Heights with mature, sometimes overgrown yards that take more labor to clear than a newer build would. At the same time, only about 36% of the city's housing is owner-occupied, so much of the rest is rental and multi-family stock — including the classic LA "dingbat" apartment building — where outdoor space is smaller and shared rather than a private yard needing a seasonal cleanup crew.

What moves the price in Los Angeles

Hillside and canyon lots near Highland Park and Los Feliz need extra brush clearance ahead of fall Santa Ana wind season
Older bungalow yards in Echo Park, Silver Lake, and Boyle Heights often carry decades of mature growth, adding labor time
Nearly all annual rain falls Nov–Apr, so clearing debris before the wet season matters more than in drier-summer regions
Booking in late August or early September lands a spot on a crew's fall list before the citywide leaf-removal rush

Licensing and permits in California

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.

In California, residential building permits are issued by the local city or county building department (not the state), applying the California Building Standards Code plus any local amendments — so exact rules and fees vary by jurisdiction and it's worth confirming specifics with the local building department. In Los Angeles, permits come from the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS).

Tax: Per CDTFA Publication 108, pure repair labor is generally NOT taxable when the contractor returns the customer's own item and does not substitute a different part; but installation and fabrication labor IS taxable in California regardless of whether it's itemized separately or bundled into a lump-sum price — so a home-service invoice can be part-taxable (materials + install labor) and part-exempt (pure repair labor on the customer's existing item) depending on the work performed.

Best time to book in Los Angeles

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 Los Angeles

Pros on Masters' Guild take yard cleanup jobs across Los Angeles neighborhoods including Silver Lake, Echo Park, Los Feliz, Koreatown, Venice, Highland Park, Downtown Los Angeles and Boyle Heights.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does yard cleanup cost in Los Angeles?

A standard per-visit cleanup runs $200–$600, spring cleanup $100–$300, and fall leaf removal $200–$600; a full-acre lot cleanup runs $850–$1,100. Hourly crews charge $30–$80 per hour, with overgrown or heavily wooded lots landing at the top of these ranges.

Do yard cleanup crews need a license in Los Angeles?

No trade license is required for general yard cleanup labor in California, but confirm the crew carries general liability insurance. If the job includes pesticide or herbicide application or tree removal, ask separately whether that work requires its own certification.

When should I book yard cleanup in Los Angeles to avoid the fall rush?

Fall (September through November) is the busiest and priciest window since most yards need leaf removal in the same few weeks; spring is a lighter secondary peak. Booking in late August or early September secures a spot on a crew's fall list before rates climb.

Sources: Our Yard Cleanup cost guide. Updated 2026-09-06.

We Also Serve These Nearby Satellite Cities

In addition to Los Angeles, CA, we also offer Yard Cleanup in nearby areas, including the following satellite cities:

Glendale, CA
Pasadena, CA
Burbank, CA
Torrance, CA
Santa Monica, CA
Inglewood, CA