Lawn Care Contract Template

This Lawn Care Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into on [Date], by and between:

1. Statement of Work: The Lawn Care Provider agrees to perform the following services:

• Mowing: [Specify frequency, e.g., weekly, bi-weekly] - Ongoing maintenance service
• Edging: [Specify frequency, e.g., weekly, bi-weekly] - Ongoing maintenance service
• Weeding: [Specify frequency, e.g., monthly] - Ongoing maintenance service
• Fertilization: [Specify frequency, e.g., quarterly] - One-time service as specified
• Aeration: [Specify frequency, e.g., annually] - One-time service
• Other Services: [Specify any additional services, e.g., pest control, leaf removal] - [Specify if one-time or ongoing]

2. Standards for Lawn Care:

• Grass Height: Grass will be maintained at a height of [specify height, e.g., 3 inches].
• Product Applications: The Lawn Care Provider will use [specify types of products, e.g., organic fertilizers, herbicides] as needed and approved by the Client.

3. Right of Access and Inspection:

• Access: The Lawn Care Provider is granted the right to access the property for the purpose of performing the services specified in this Agreement.
• Inspection: The Client or Property Manager retains the right to inspect the work at any reasonable time to ensure compliance with the terms of this Agreement.

4. Schedule of Services:

• Service Dates: Lawn care services will be performed on [specify day(s) of the week, e.g., every Monday].
• Time of Day: Services will be conducted approximately between [specify time, e.g., 8 AM to 12 PM].
• Inclement Weather: In the event of inclement weather, services will be rescheduled to the next available day.
• Holiday Exceptions: No services will be performed on [specify holidays, e.g., Independence Day, Thanksgiving].
• Season Length: This contract covers the period from [Start Date] to [End Date].

5. Fee and Payment Schedule:

• Fee: The total fee for services is [specify amount].
• Payment Schedule: Payments will be made [specify schedule, e.g., monthly, quarterly].
• Payment Methods: Acceptable methods of payment include [specify methods, e.g., check, bank transfer, online payment].

6. Insurance and Safety Requirements:

• The Lawn Care Provider agrees to maintain appropriate insurance coverage, including general liability and workers' compensation insurance. Proof of insurance will be provided to the Client upon request.
• The Lawn Care Provider will adhere to all relevant safety regulations while performing the services.

7. Limitation of Liability: The Lawn Care Provider is not liable for any injuries or damages to third parties that occur as a result of the services performed, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.

8. Amendments: This Agreement may be amended only by a written document signed by both parties. Any changes must be discussed and agreed upon by both parties before they take effect.

9. Termination:

• By Either Party: Either party may terminate this Agreement with [specify notice period, e.g., 30 days] written notice.
• For Cause: Either party may terminate this Agreement immediately if the other party breaches any material provision of this Agreement and fails to cure such breach within [specify period, e.g., 10 days] after receiving written notice of the breach.

10. Dispute Resolution: Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved through the following procedures:

• Negotiation: The parties will first attempt to resolve the dispute through informal negotiation.
• Mediation: If the dispute cannot be resolved through negotiation, the parties agree to attempt to resolve the dispute through mediation.
• Arbitration: If the dispute is not resolved through mediation, it will be submitted to binding arbitration under the rules of the [specify arbitration association, e.g., American Arbitration Association].
• Legal Remedies: The parties agree that the arbitrator's decision will be final and binding and may be entered as a judgment in any court of competent jurisdiction.

11. Signatures: By signing below, the parties agree to the terms and conditions outlined in this Lawn Care Contract.

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements, whether written or oral. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.