Augusta Lawn Care

Augusta Lawn Care

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Home Services · Lawn Care

Investment min
$60.5K
Total: $60.5K–$160K
Avg gross revenue
$457K
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$35K
Veteran discount available
Royalty
$600-$1600
Locations
176
Franchising since 2019

Description

What is Augusta Lawn Care?

Lawn mowing and care services with a flat-fee royalty model instead of percentage-based fees

Augusta Lawn Care is what happens when a lawn care operator, software company, media engine, and franchise system all get built under one roof.

We make tall grass short. But behind that simple service is a system designed to help owners build real wealth in one of the most fragmented industries in the world.

This is not institutional franchising backed by private equity. We are not here to take a percentage of every dollar you earn, slow you down with corporate committees, or trap you in a system that stopped innovating.

Augusta is founder-led, constantly improving, and built for entrepreneurs who want to make money in the home services industry. Our flat-fee model means owners keep more of the upside as they grow. Our systems are built from real field experience. Our software, Command Center, marketing support, vendor relationships, recruiting tools, and owner training are all designed around one goal: helping our owners build more professional, more profitable businesses.

Founder Mike Andes built Augusta after experiencing firsthand how painful and unprofitable lawn care can be without systems. Today, that same obsession drives the brand through our 7 Stages of Success: a clear operating path designed to help owners move from startup chaos, to profitable recurring revenue, scaling into multiple locations, and eventually a business that is not dependent on the owner doing everything themselves. The goal is simple: help owners make more money, build better teams, and create a business with real enterprise value.

Augusta also has something most franchises do not: attention. Through Mike Andes Media Group, Augusta is connected to an audience of hundreds of thousands of home service business owners across YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, books, email, events, and educational content. That media engine builds trust, attracts employees, lowers acquisition costs, and gives Augusta a voice in the industry far beyond its location count.

We are also not afraid to do franchising differently. No percentage royalty. No bloated marketing fund. A flat monthly fee. A Giveback Program designed to refund the initial franchise fee to qualifying long-term franchisees. And if Augusta stops being the right fit, owners can leave with their customers. You pay us for our performance, not the other way around.

Augusta is for the entrepreneur who wants to work hard, move quickly, use systems, make money, and be part of a brand that is still early in its international growth story. With more than 200 locations, expanding software, centralized support, and a founder who is still actively building, Augusta is not just another home service franchise.

It is a movement to professionalize one of the most fragmented blue-collar industries in the world. We are not trying to build the most traditional franchise. We are trying to build the most owner-aligned one.

For the entrepreneur who wants systems, momentum, ownership, and a brand that is willing to do franchising differently, Augusta deserves a serious look.

  • Pacific Northwest origin
  • Recurring maintenance contracts
  • Suburban homeowner focus
  • Time-constrained household targeting
  • Route-density business model
  • Commercial and HOA accounts

Location Analysis

Where Augusta Lawn Care wins

Augusta Lawn Care operates as a home-service model without retail storefronts, with units clustering by service route density rather than around retail corridors. The brand's footprint appears concentrated in suburban and exurban residential areas with detached single-family homes and mowable lawns. Growth is driven by owner-operator franchisee recruitment, producing scattered rather than contiguous metro fill-in. Territories are defined by residential service area rather than a leased site. Markets that may support this model include those with owner-occupied single-family households, time-constrained dual-income households outsourcing yard maintenance, and older homeowners seeking recurring help, alongside small commercial and HOA or property-management accounts for route anchoring. Prospective franchisees should validate the density of target housing stock and willingness to contract recurring lawn maintenance within their proposed service territory.
Total Locations
176
Franchise units
176
Corporate locations
0
Avg. sq. footage
N/A

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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Augusta Lawn Care

Avg gross revenue$456,973
Investment range$60,500 – $160,000
Investment midpoint$110,250
Brand fundN/A
Royalty$600-$1600
Franchise fee$35,000
Min. net worth$60,000
Min. liquid capital$60,000

Veteran discount available

Augusta Lawn Care participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.

Augusta Lawn Care was founded in 2014 and operates 176 units. The initial investment ranges from $60,500 to $160,000, with a franchise fee of $35,000. Reported gross revenue is $456,973. The model is built around mobile service delivery using trucks, trailers, and commercial mowing equipment, eliminating the need for a retail storefront. Franchisees require secure storage for equipment and vehicles, plus territory-specific licensing, insurance, and any required pesticide or applicator credentials. Northern and Canadian markets pair mowing season with snow-removal or seasonal add-on work to extend revenue opportunities throughout the year.
Did you know? Augusta Lawn Care is a lawn care franchise in the home services sector. The initial investment ranges from $60,500 to $160,000. The franchise fee is $35,000. Founded in 2014, the brand now operates 176 units using a mobile service model that does not require a retail storefront.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

The model

How Augusta Lawn Care works

01
Ownership
Part-Time (Executive)

Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.

Full-Time

Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.

02
Revenue
Recurring revenueTransaction-basedBig-ticket salesService-basedProduct sales (retail)Hybrid model
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$60.5K–$160K
Most common
$60,500
Minimum
$110,250
Midpoint
$160,000
Maximum

The investment range midpoint (from range reported on Item 7) is $110,250 and financing can reduce cash-at-close by 80–90%.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

Avg
$338.5K
YOY change (2021 -> 2026)
+108%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Augusta Lawn Care has an average gross revenue of $457K. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Over time

+71% YoY
176 units open as of 2026 FDD+73 in last 12 mo

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Augusta Lawn Care's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a Augusta Lawn Care franchise typically ranges between $60,500.00 and $160,000.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

Augusta Lawn Care
Augusta Lawn Care
$457K avg revenue · 176+ US franchises