What scalping means
Scalping is cutting grass so low that the mower exposes stems, thatch or soil, leaving brown patches.
Where it matters on a lawn care job
Accidental scalping on bumpy lawns is a common complaint. Raise the deck on uneven ground. Some warm-season lawns are scalped on purpose in spring, which you should explain to the customer.
What it costs
Jobs that involve scalping are priced in the lawn mowing cost guide: about $130 typical, usually $60 to $200. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price. The lawn care cost calculator prices a job line by line.
Work it out
- Free calculator: Lawn care cost calculator
- Cost guide: Lawn mowing cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free lawn care resources