Annual Lawn Care Packages — Kitchener, Waterloo & Southern Ontario

Our annual lawn care packages are built around the core services most Ontario lawns need to stay healthy, thick, and green through the season. Every plan includes core aeration, slow-release fertilization, and full lawn overseeding — applied at the right times across spring, summer, and fall. The Essentials Plan covers 5 applications, the Standard Plan covers 6, and the Gold Plan covers 7. Each plan is designed to build on the last, so you can choose the level of care that fits your lawn and your goals.

All three plans share the same spring foundation: core aeration, fertilization, and overseeding, plus summer fertilization and fall fertilization. The Standard Plan adds fall core aeration for stronger late-season root recovery. The Gold Plan includes everything in the Standard Plan plus fall overseeding, giving your lawn a second seeding to maximize turf density and set up a stronger spring. The more your lawn needs, the more the Gold Plan delivers.

The Essentials Plan includes 5 applications, the Standard Plan includes 6 applications, and the Gold Plan includes 7 applications. Each application is a distinct treatment —aeration, fertilization, or overseeding — scheduled at the optimal point in the growing season to give your lawn the best chance to respond and recover.

Core aeration is the process of pulling small plugs of soil out of your lawn to relieve compaction. Compacted soil blocks water, air, and nutrients from reaching the roots — which leads to thin, stressed turf. By opening up the soil, aeration improves drainage, encourages deeper root growth, and makes every other treatment — fertilizer, seed — more effective.

Most Ontario lawns benefit from aeration at least once a year. Our Standard and Gold plans include a second aeration in the fall for even stronger results.

Slow-release fertilizer is formulated to break down gradually over several weeks rather than delivering a quick burst of nutrients all at once. That steady release supports consistent, healthy growth without the rollercoaster effect — where your lawn shoots up after a fast-release application and then fades quickly. It also means less risk of over-feeding or burning the turf. We use slow-release formulas for all three seasonal applications: spring, summer, and fall.

Overseeding spreads quality grass seed across your entire lawn — not just bare patches — to improve overall density, fill in thin areas, and encourage a fuller, more uniform appearance. Lawns naturally thin out over time from foot traffic, summer heat, and seasonal stress. Overseeding counteracts that thinning and keeps your turf competitive against weeds. The Gold Plan adds a second overseeding in the fall, which supports recovery after summer and gives the lawn a head start in spring.

It depends on your lawn's current condition and what you want to achieve. The Essentials Plan is a strong foundation for lawns that are generally healthy and need consistent seasonal care. The Standard Plan is the most popular choice — it adds fall aeration, which makes a noticeable difference in how well the lawn recovers going into winter and bounces back in spring. The Gold Plan is best for lawns that have experienced significant thinning, stress, or patchiness, or for homeowners who want the highest level of seasonal investment.

If you're not sure, our quote tool can help, or reach out and we'll point you in the right direction.

Yes. You can enhance any plan with optional add-on services based on your lawn's specific needs. Available add-ons include lime treatment for lawns with high soil acidity, grub control using beneficial nematodes for properties with grub damage or skunk activity, and dethatching (power raking) to remove the layer of dead thatch that blocks water and nutrients from reaching the soil. These are discussed during your quote or after your lawn assessment.

Pricing is based on your lawn size, turf condition, and the plan you choose. We use an Instant Online Quote tool that gives you a clear, property-based price without waiting for a callback or an in-person estimate. Just enter your address and lawn size at goldstandardpros.com/instant-quote and you'll see your options immediately.

In Ontario, the best times for core aeration are spring and fall — when the soil is moist and the grass is actively growing, which allows the lawn to recover quickly and take full advantage of the open soil channels. Spring aeration sets the lawn up for the growing season. Fall aeration helps the roots strengthen before winter and supports a faster recovery in spring. All three of our plans include spring aeration, and the Standard and Gold plans add a fall aeration for maximum benefit.

Yes. We provide annual lawn care packages across Southern Ontario including Kitchener, Waterloo, Guelph, Cambridge, New Hamburg, Elmira, Listowel, Heidelberg, Drayton, Palmerston, Arthur, Ayr, Acton, Rockwood, Stratford, Atwood, Wellesley, and surrounding areas. If you're unsure whether your property falls within our service area, use the Instant Quote tool at goldstandardpros.com/instant-quote or contact us directly and we'll confirm availability.