Yard Cleanup in Philadelphia, PA

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 Philadelphia, PA: Standard yard cleanup (per visit) typically runs $210–$620 USD in 2026; the other common jobs below range from $100 to $1,150, 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 Philadelphia, PA (2026)

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

Job	Typical range (USD)	Unit
Standard yard cleanup (per visit)	$210–$620	per visit
Spring cleanup	$100–$310	per visit
Fall cleanup (leaf removal)	$210–$620	per visit
Hourly crew rate	$30–$80	per hour
Full-acre lot cleanup	$870–$1,150	per job

Estimates: typical US ranges adjusted for Philadelphia's regional price level (about 3% above the national average; BEA Regional Price Parities 2024, all items, Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington PA-NJ-DE-MD MSA). Get two or three quotes for your exact job.

Our Yard Cleanup Expertise in Philadelphia, PA

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 Philadelphia

Philadelphia's yard cleanup season runs against a climate that swings from a 25.6°F January low to an 87°F July high, with humid summers and regular freeze-thaw cycles through winter driving 44.1 inches of rain and roughly 23.1 inches of snow a year. That combination pushes growth and debris to build up in fast bursts rather than a steady trickle. Layer in the housing stock — 55% of the city's roughly 668,000 units were built before 1950, and about 70% of residential properties citywide are attached brick rowhouses — and you get compact yards, shared party walls, and often alley-only access in blocks from Fishtown to Point Breeze.

Fall, September through November, is the busiest and most expensive stretch citywide because nearly every yard needs leaf removal in the same four-to-six-week window; spring (April-May) brings a lighter second peak. Booking in late August or early September, before crews serving neighborhoods like Manayunk, Mount Airy, or Northern Liberties fill up their fall lists, tends to land a spot at a better rate. Yard cleanup crews don't need a trade license in Pennsylvania — it's landscaping labor, not a regulated trade — so it's worth asking instead about general liability insurance, and separately about certification if the job involves pesticide application or tree removal. On Masters' Guild, you post the job and identity-verified local pros send offers, with payment held until the work is done.

What moves the price in Philadelphia

70% of residences are attached rowhouses, meaning compact yards and often alley-only access for hauling debris
Fall (Sept-Nov) is the priciest window since most city yards need leaf removal in the same weeks
No city license or permit required for yard cleanup; confirm the crew's general liability insurance instead
Humid summers and freeze-thaw winters can push overgrowth between visits in unrenovated pre-1950 lots

Licensing and permits in Pennsylvania

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 in Pennsylvania are issued by the local municipal building/code office (or a third-party agency it contracts with) under the statewide Uniform Construction Code (UCC), not by a single state agency. In Philadelphia, permits come from the City of Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections (L&I).

Tax: Materials incorporated into real property are taxable, but the PA Department of Revenue treats most home repair/improvement labor as part of a construction contract that is generally NOT separately subject to sales tax (the contractor instead pays tax on materials at purchase); some repair/maintenance labor distinct from a capital improvement can be taxable, so check PA Department of Revenue guidance (REV-717) for a specific job.

Best time to book in Philadelphia

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 Philadelphia

Pros on Masters' Guild take yard cleanup jobs across Philadelphia neighborhoods including Fishtown, Fairmount, Northern Liberties, Rittenhouse Square, Manayunk, Point Breeze, Mount Airy and Kensington.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to book yard cleanup in Philadelphia?

Fall (September through November) is the busiest and priciest window because most Philadelphia yards need leaf removal in the same four-to-six-week stretch, running $200-$600 per visit; spring cleanups (April-May) are a lighter, cheaper secondary peak at $100-$300. Booking in late August or early September, ahead of the fall rush, tends to land a better rate.

Do I need a permit or license to get yard cleanup done in Philadelphia?

No. Yard cleanup is landscaping labor, not a regulated trade, so Pennsylvania and the City of Philadelphia's Department of Licenses and Inspections don't require a trade license or permit for it. Confirm the crew carries general liability insurance, and ask separately about certification if the job includes pesticide or herbicide application or tree removal.

How much does yard cleanup cost for a typical rowhouse yard in Philadelphia neighborhoods like Fishtown or Fairmount?

A standard per-visit cleanup runs $200-$600, or $30-$80 an hour for a crew, and most residential visits take 2-6 hours. Rowhouse yards in blocks like Fishtown or Fairmount tend to be compact with alley-only access, so expect the cost to track more on labor time and debris haul-away than sheer lot size.

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

We Also Serve These Nearby Satellite Cities

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

Camden, NJ
Cherry Hill, NJ
Upper Darby, PA
Bensalem, PA
Norristown, PA
Willow Grove, PA