When we searched for lawn care service companies, we kept hearing about Clean Air Lawn Care of Portland. Their service has been so reliable that it was difficult for us to find anything negative said about them!

The one thing that’s kept customers loyal to Clean Air Lawn Care is their use of battery-operated equipment that’s charged with solar panels. This means there’s less noise and barely any fumes that pollute your home.

Regarding reliability, they’ve also left a solid mark on their clients. They always come on time, finish the project well, and accommodate schedule changes should you need them.

They’re very approachable when it comes to new customers as well. They respond quickly to calls and give free estimates for your needed services.

More than the free estimate, they survey your property to give you a quote. This played a huge role in customer satisfaction, and most of those we’ve spoken to found the prices to be fair.

This kind of customer service left a good mark on us because they’re good at what they do and also great communicators. Many of their clients we’ve spoken to said they even offer you free tips on lawn maintenance!

However, the glowing reviews are only for certain franchise owners, specifically the one we listed here. Other Clean Air Lawn Care franchises have mixed reviews, but we were impressed to see the other franchise owners take accountability for it!

Given all that, Clean Air Lawn Care gets an easy recommendation from us for its excellent and reliable lawn care services.

J&C Lawn Care first caught our eye because of its wide range of services, but its strongest asset is the quality of their work. Most people we’ve spoken to say they call J&C when they have a complex project.

What their customers admire about them is their dedication to making sure they can create the lawn you envisioned. They’re able to capture the smallest details, which leaves their clients satisfied once the project is over.

Their staff are very skilled and can handle the projects well. Several of the customers we’ve spoken to said J&C Lawn Care was willing to take on projects rejected by other businesses because of their complexity.

They’re also able to do this quickly without sacrificing quality. This way, you wouldn’t have to worry about extra days of service in your bill.

Despite all the good remarks, their service doesn’t come with a few complaints. A few reported that they had to wait a couple of days to a week before they got a response, especially during the peak seasons.

Another complaint we heard was regarding their prices. Some reported that their services are overpriced compared to other bids they received from other companies.

Our very last gripe with J&C Lawn Care is their minimum rate of $500 for a one-time job. Thus, you will most likely have more bang for your buck if you hire them for a project or scheduled maintenance.

Despite that, we still think J&C Lawn Care is a good choice for complex and detailed projects. But we do advise you to get other bids to be able to negotiate for a better deal.

The dedication to customer service is what got Householder Mowing Service on our list. They understand how important it is for you to get lawn services and ensure you get them.

One thing we noticed customers kept repeating is how accommodating they are regarding payment. Householder Mowing Service understands how expensive lawn service can be, so they make payment plans that are within your budget.

All of the customers we’ve spoken to said they appreciate how the business understood their financial constraints but still delivered excellent quality work. In fact, their weekly visits for standard maintenance start at $37.50!

They’re professional in what they do, arriving on time and completing the projects they signed on to. They also have a low rate of cancellations and rescheduling.

Additionally, they also have an excellent eye for detail. One customer said Householder Mowing Service advised her of the possible code violations in her yard and took care of it.

More than the beauty of your lawn, they also prioritize its health. With a great understanding of how Portland’s climate affects your yard, they’re able to keep it in pristine condition all year round.

Householder Mowing Service, however, is a small business. Because of their great reputation, they can’t always keep up with high demand.

There are complaints about their low response rate, but we found a way around this: send a request on their website instead of leaving a message. This way, they will be able to get to you much sooner.

Householder Mowing Service is the way to go if you’re on a tight budget but in desperate need of lawn care services. That is if you’re willing to wait for their response.

Just as their name suggests, Good Green Neighbors prioritizes lawn care that’s good for the environment. They use electric equipment, saving you from fumes and loud noise.

It’s their passion for eco-friendly ways and methods for lawn care that left a mark on us. Other than using electric equipment, they also prefer to use natural fertilizers and can even get you started on composting.

They aim to use as few chemicals as possible and incorporate eco-friendly lawn care practices. They’re even willing to work by hand to save your lawn from extra chemicals!

The staff is easy and friendly to work with during service and can do the work quickly. They’ve also got a high response rate, so you don’t have to wait long for a quote or to set an appointment.

What concerns us about Good Green Neighbors, however, is the frequency of the complaints about poor communication. Customers we’ve spoken to said they found the business poor in communicating through emails and texts.

Another complaint we heard was about some mistakes made during service, such as cutting the grass shorter than they requested or missed areas. These, however, were isolated cases and not the majority.

You also have to know that Good Green Neighbors is on the pricier side. This is because their eco-friendly practices are more labor-intensive and require more workers.

But if you’re willing to spend a little more on greener practices, Good Green Neighbors is a good choice.

While mainly a landscaping company, Earthborn Landscape offers great lawn care services as well. They’re a perfect combination for those looking for both lawn care and landscaping, saving you from having to look for two businesses.

Earthborn Landscape received glowing words from everyone we’ve spoken to. People say they’re worth every penny, even if they have a high minimum rate depending on your required service.

Despite having higher prices than others on this list, customers noted that Earthborn Landscape was willing to work within their budget. They didn’t feel as though the services were overpriced and said their billing process was very transparent.

Transparency is one of the things customers admire most about them. The staff made them aware of any issues that arose and set realistic expectations for the projects.

They also have a good record of listening to the customer’s vision and finding ways to meet it. Even if the project is on a tight deadline, Earthborn Landscape always does its best to give you the lawn of your dreams.

As for deadlines, they’re rarely late. They arrive for projects promptly, hardly reschedule, and complete the project within your agreed timeframe.

Of course, excellent work has a catch. As we said, Earthborn Landscape is on the pricier end, especially if you require a lot of work to be done.

But from what we heard from their customers, we are positive they will give you good-quality lawn care.