Grunder Landscaping

What Grunder Landscaping does

Grunder Landscaping Co. is a privately held, founder-owned landscape contractor headquartered in Miamisburg, Ohio, with a second office in Loveland serving the Dayton and Cincinnati markets. Founded by Marty Grunder in 1984, the company designs, installs and maintains residential and commercial outdoor environments, offering landscape design, hardscaping (pools, patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens), and an ongoing LandKeeping-branded maintenance program covering lawn care, plant health care, pest control and seasonal clean-ups. Underlying infrastructure includes a Class IV Composting Facility at Miamisburg that processes client yard waste into proprietary Gro-Mix compost used in new bed installation, supporting both operational sustainability and a differentiated service offering.

The business operates a hybrid go-to-market mix: project-based design-and-install revenue from one-time hardscape and outdoor living contracts, plus recurring subscription revenue from the LandKeeping maintenance program. Pricing is quote-based and undisclosed publicly, with acquisition levers including $25 referral rewards, 10% military discounts and 5% prepay discounts on lawn care programs. Customer acquisition runs through the company website (937.847.8000 for Dayton, 513.685.3100 for Cincinnati), an SEO-optimized Pro Tips blog targeting southwest Ohio lawn and landscape topics, and referral programs; existing customers access services via a client login portal. Founder Marty Grunder also operates the GROW! annual industry conference and a personal podcast, positioning the company as both a regional service provider and an industry thought leader.

The company reported $18 million in revenue as of a 2026-02-11 news feature, doubling from 2020, with 140 team members and 50+ local and national industry awards. Revenue is split across residential homeowners (primary), commercial property owners and managers (primary), and architects/general contractors (secondary). Ongoing strategic investments include a Loveland office expansion, a broadening specialty service catalog and manufacturer co-marketing partnerships with Exmark, BOSS Snowplow and Z Turf Equipment.

Name

Grunder Landscaping

Legal name

Grunder Landscaping Co.

Website

https://grunderlandscaping.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Grunder Landscaping Co. is a privately held Dayton, Ohio-based landscape contractor founded in 1984 that designs, installs and maintains residential and commercial outdoor environments across Dayton and Cincinnati, offering landscape design, hardscaping, and a recurring LandKeeping maintenance program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Landscaping Services

NAICS

Landscaping Services (561730), Landscape Architectural Services (54132)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Landscape Installation (Plants, Sod & Soil) (HSAIABAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Landscape Maintenance Plans & Post-Installation Care (Establishment Services) (HSAIABAL), Commercial Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance (IMAIAIAA), Pergolas, Gazebos & Shade Structures (HSAPALAD), Landscape Renovation & Re-Design (Yard Makeovers) (HSAIABAC)

Keywords

• Landscape design services
• Landscape maintenance services
• Commercial lawn care
• Outdoor living spaces
• Snow and ice removal

Headquarters

HQ city

Miamisburg

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Landscape Design and Installation Services: One-time and project-based landscape design and installation services for residential and commercial properties, including patios, pergolas, pools, spas, outdoor kitchens, and hardscaping features.
2. Landscape Maintenance Services: Recurring landscape maintenance programs (LandKeeping) providing ongoing property care including lawn care, plant health care, weed control, fertilization, and seasonal clean-ups.
3. Special Offers and Promotions: Lawn care coupons and special offers including military discounts, referral incentives, and prepay discounts to drive customer acquisition and retention.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Grunder Landscaping Co. designs, installs, and maintains exterior landscapes and outdoor living spaces for residential and commercial properties in the Dayton and Cincinnati, Ohio markets. The company delivers end-to-end services including landscape design and hardscaping (patios, pergolas, pools, outdoor kitchens), recurring maintenance under its proprietary LandKeeping program, lawn care (fertilization, weed control, aeration), pest control, seasonal clean-ups, snow and ice removal, and proprietary Gro-Mix compost produced at its Class IV composting facility.

Product overview

Grunder Landscaping Co. operates as a single-brand landscape contractor offering a unified suite of services under its own name rather than a platform-plus-modules structure. The core offering centers on landscape design, installation, and maintenance for residential and commercial clients in the Dayton and Cincinnati, Ohio markets. The product portfolio is organized around five service pillars: (1) Landscape Design & Install and Outdoor Living Spaces (pools, patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens), (2) Ongoing Landscape Maintenance through the LandKeeping branded program, (3) Seasonal services including Spring Clean-Up and Fall Clean-Up, (4) Lawn Care Program covering fertilization, weed control, aeration, and overseeding, and (5) Specialized treatments including Flea and Tick Yard Treatment, Mosquito Control, Perimeter Pest Control, Plant Care Services, and Snow & Ice Removal. The company also produces proprietary Gro-Mix compost from its Miamisburg composting facility and supports industry education through the GROW! Conference and Marty Grunder Podcast. Services are offered primarily to end-property owners (residential and commercial), with a dedicated track for architects and general contractors. The company holds Class IV Composting Facility certification and operates from two Ohio locations (Miamisburg and Loveland).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• LandKeeping: A trademarked maintenance service offered by Grunder Landscaping for ongoing landscape maintenance services.

Products and services

• Residential Landscape Design and Install Professional landscape design and installation services for homeowners, creating customized outdoor spaces including gardens, planting beds, patios, and foundational landscaping in Dayton and Cincinnati, Ohio.
• Residential Landscape Maintenance
• Pools, Patios & Outdoor Living Spaces
• Commercial Landscape Design and Install
• Commercial Landscape Maintenance
• Snow and Ice Removal
• Services for Architects and General Contractors
• Lawn Care Program
• Lawn Aeration and Overseeding Services
• Mosquito Control
• Flea and Tick Yard Treatment
• Perimeter Pest Control
• Plant Care Services
• LandKeeping Maintenance Program
• Spring Clean-Up
• Fall Clean-Up
• Gro-Mix Compost

Quantifiable outcome

• Revenue doubled from 2020 to 2022
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• ExmarkminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 February 2026Exmark partnered with Grunder Landscaping to feature the company in a Signature Stories video, showcasing the company's journey from humble beginnings to an $18 million business. The video highlights the company's growth story and industry leadership.
• BOSS SnowplowminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 February 2026BOSS Snowplow partnered with Exmark and Z Turf Equipment to release the Signature Stories video featuring Grunder Landscaping, highlighting the company's snow and ice removal services.
• Z Turf EquipmentminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 February 2026Z Turf Equipment partnered with Exmark and BOSS Snowplow to release the Signature Stories video featuring Grunder Landscaping.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• BrightView Landscapes: BrightView is the largest U.S. commercial landscaping services company, offering design, installation, maintenance, and snow removal nationally. Comparable to Grunder on commercial landscape maintenance, snow removal, and design-build, though substantially larger and publicly traded.
• Davey Tree Expert Company: Davey Tree is a national tree care and landscape services company offering plant health care, lawn care, and design/installation across the U.S. Comparable on the plant health care, lawn care, and residential service components; substantially larger and more diversified.

Direct peers

• Yellowstone Landscape: Yellowstone Landscape is a large privately held commercial landscaping company operating across the southern U.S. with full-service design, install, maintenance, and irrigation offerings. Direct comparable to Grunder's commercial segment in scope and delivery model, though with broader regional reach.
• Ruppert Landscape: Ruppert Landscape is a mid-Atlantic commercial and residential landscape contractor offering design-build, maintenance, and snow services. Closely comparable to Grunder in scale, service mix (commercial + residential + snow), and founder/family-led operating culture.
• LandCare: LandCare (formerly US Lawns) is a commercial landscape maintenance provider with national branch coverage offering mowing, fertilization, irrigation, and snow services. Comparable to Grunder's commercial maintenance and snow removal segments at a multi-region scale.
• Senske Lawn & Tree Care: Senske is a regional lawn, tree, and pest control services provider in the western U.S. Comparable to Grunder's recurring maintenance, lawn care, and pest control offerings; similar mid-size scale but operates in different geographies.

Emerging players

• TruGreen: TruGreen is the largest U.S. residential lawn care company specializing in fertilization, weed control, and pest management. Comparable to Grunder's lawn care and pest control offerings but operates as a national franchise/branch model rather than integrated design-build.
• The Grounds Guys: The Grounds Guys is a Neighborly-branded franchise offering residential and commercial landscape maintenance, lawn care, and snow removal. Comparable service mix to Grunder but operates via franchise model rather than integrated direct service.
• SavATree / SavaLawn: SavATree is a multi-regional tree, lawn, and landscape services company with locations in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest. Comparable on plant health care, lawn care, and landscape maintenance; overlaps with Grunder's service portfolio in the Midwest region.

Regional players

• Bartlett Tree Experts: Bartlett Tree Experts is a national tree care and plant health care specialist with offices across the U.S. Comparable on the plant health care and arborist services overlap with Grunder's plant care program, though focused specifically on woody plant care.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses2 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/grunderscapes
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/grunder-landscaping-company

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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