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LawnCare by Walter, Inc.

LawnCare by Walter, Inc.

LawnCare by Walter, Inc. provides landscape design and hardscape installations as well as lawn and tree maintenance in Rockford and northern Illinois. Mark Walter purchased the company in 1986.

Last Updated October 2, 2026.

Business Highlights
  • The company is locally owned and operated.
  • The company is certified by the City of Rockford as a Women Business Enterprise.
  • The company is an ICPI-certified concrete paver installer.
  • The company is an Authorized Belgard Contractor.
  • Lawn applications are performed by state-licensed technicians.

Service Area

Rockford and northern Illinois.

Active Business Listing

LawnCare by Walter, Inc. is one of 10 landscapers ProsGrade lists in Rockford, Illinois.

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Listing details

12 services listed, including Landscape design & installation, Walls and Pavers, patios, walkways & driveways. Open weekdays, closed on weekends. Rated 4.4 from 111 reviews.

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How This Business Compares

How LawnCare by Walter, Inc. compares with the other 9 landscapers on ProsGrade in Rockford, using public Google ratings and review counts.

  • Has more Google reviews (111) than 7 of the 9 other Rockford landscapers on ProsGrade.

Services Covered

12 services
  • Landscape design & installationProject layouts for review; crew installation after approval
  • WallsRetaining, decorative and seat walls
  • Pavers, patios, walkways & driveways
  • Outdoor fireplaces, fire pits & grill enclosures
  • Water featuresFountains
  • Landscape lighting
  • Lawn careUp to six treatments per season in spring, summer and autumn; fertilization, weed and crabgrass control
  • Additional lawn servicesCore aeration, finish grading, slit and overseeding, sod installation
  • Tree & shrub carePruning, deep-root feeding, oil treatments, disease and insect applications; removal and disposal of dead or infected trees and shrubs
  • Mosquito, grub & insect controlMosquito treatment programs; preventive measures for grubs and other pests
  • Seasonal décor & plantersCustom outdoor decorations, seasonal planters and lighting
  • Commercial grounds servicesMowing, planting, snow removal, lawn care and seasonal décor

Reviews

What customers say

Customers praise the finished landscaping and garden work, and two specifically note professional crews and worksite cleanup. One customer reported that no dirt was added over a tree's roots; the plants began dying, and fewer than 20 survived.

Customer Reviews

Kayla Hubanks

My husband and I recently purchased a home that needed a major exterior facelift. LawnCare by Walter left a brochure on our door, so we decided to contact them. Because of the wonderful service we received right off the bat, we decided that they would be the first and only company we would contact for our retaining walls, fire pit, and yard regrading and seeding. Logan was our go-to guy from start to finish. He was communicative, thorough, and knowledgeable and helped us visualize the plan with an initial drawing. Manny and his crew took it from there and brought our vision to life. While working on our property, the crew was always professional and courteous. Each day before they left, our yard was cleaned up and debris was blown away, which I really appreciated. Communication was just the right amount; they asked us any questions they had & kept us in the loop on which days they would be at our property. Our project was completed in the estimated timeframe, which we also really appreciated. The final product is everything we could have hoped for. We would highly, highly recommend LawnCare by Walter.
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Lori Dickman (QuiltingWithLori.com)

We would NOT recommend LawnCare by Walter, INC. The landscape work they did on our property a few years ago is absolutely PITIFUL and was a complete WASTE of $1226.00. The purpose of our hiring them was to ADD DIRT, PLANTS and then MULCH all around the tree/roots in the front yard. The tree had large roots extending above the ground all around. The goal was to add enough dirt for the plants to be able to grow and survive. Obviously, they did NOT add any dirt. They were to plant (4) flats of 10 Dead Nettle plants (40 plants). We were not home when their contractors came and did the install. We found when we returned home that NO dirt at all was added over all the ROOTS of this tree to raise up this bed for the plants. The plants had no where to grow because the ground was so hard and full of tree roots. (See photos) They simply added MULCH... just Mulch! The plants started dying right away. There are less than 20 plants that have been able to survive with no where for their roots to grow. We do NOT recommend this company for landscape work.
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Traci Mueller

Wow what a beautiful job Walter’s did! Logan designed some beautiful landscaping and the workers that did the physical work were amazing! We couldn’t be happier with how it all turned out! Top quality work!!!

Cathleen Strawser

My flower garden turned out great! The team from Walter’s worked hard and removed dead things, replanted the new flowers and spread mulch all in one day. I’m very pleased with the results!

Mary Kate Skaggs

We hired LCB to install a paver patio in our back yard, to extend our outdoor living space. Logan was great to work with! Although the project got started a little later in the summer than originally expected, we are thrilled with the result and the quality of the workmanship. The workers were friendly and professional and always left the job site picked up at the end of the day. We are very happy with our new patio and would recommend LCB to anyone looking for a landscaping company for projects big or small.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How does LawnCare by Walter handle a landscape design project?

A complimentary consultation assesses the property and explores design ideas. The company prepares a layout for review, then installs after approval.

Are LawnCare by Walter's lawn-treatment products safe for children and pets?

The company says its lawn applications use environmentally friendly products that are safe for children and pets.

What does LawnCare by Walter recommend after weed treatment?

It recommends restricting access to areas treated for weeds until the lawn is dry.

What lawn-care guidance does LawnCare by Walter provide between visits?

Homeowners receive verbal care instructions for the lawn between treatment visits.