Johnson's

What Johnson's does

Johnson's Inc. is a privately held landscaping and property services company headquartered in Painesville Township, Ohio, operating across Lake, Cuyahoga, and Geauga Counties. The company serves both residential and commercial clients, including residential communities, office buildings, distribution centers, shopping malls, schools, hospitals, and medical facilities, with a service portfolio that spans landscape design and build, weekly landscape maintenance, landscape enhancements, tree removal and stump grinding, drainage solutions, hardscapes (patios, waterfalls, retaining walls), and 24/7 commercial and residential snow and ice management including de-icing and snow hauling.

The underlying operational technology is primarily equipment-based rather than software-based: a fleet of 4x4 trucks, large dump trucks, skidsteers, and front loaders supports snow operations, complemented by Doppler radar tracking used to monitor property conditions and incoming weather. The company does not disclose proprietary software, patents, or AI/ML capabilities, and its digital presence is limited to a Wix-hosted website with service descriptions, contact information, and a Current Specials coupon page. Supporting vendor relationships include Proven Winners for premium plants, R.I. Lampus Company for hardscape materials, and Online Plant Guide as a customer information resource.

The business model is direct service delivery with quote-based pricing and free estimates. Revenue is generated through two streams: project-based landscaping services (one-time/seasonal work) and recurring seasonal snow and ice management contracts. The go-to-market is sales-led, relying on phone, email, and a website contact form to convert inquiries, with no disclosed social media, paid advertising, or content marketing channels. The company is small (1-10 employees), privately held with no institutional investors or parent company disclosed, and operates exclusively in a regional Ohio service area.

Name

Johnson's

Legal name

Johnson's Inc.

Website

https://johnsonsinc.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Johnson's Inc. is a small, privately held landscaping and snow management company serving residential and commercial properties across Lake, Cuyahoga, and Geauga Counties in Northeast Ohio. It offers design/build, maintenance, tree removal, drainage, hardscapes, and 24/7 commercial snow and ice services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Landscaping Services

NAICS

Landscaping Services (56173), Landscaping Services (561730)

SIC

Services-Facilities Support Management Services (8744), Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

Tree Removal & Dismantling (HSAIADAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial Snow Plowing (Parking Lots & Campuses) (HSAIAIAB), Ice Removal (Chipping, Scraping, Hardpack Removal) (HSAIAIAF), Snow Hauling & Relocation (Loader Work, Offsite Removal) (HSAIAIAH), Residential Snow Plowing (Driveways & Private Roads) (HSAIAIAA)

Keywords

• Landscaping services
• Lawn maintenance services
• Snow removal services
• Hardscape construction
• Drainage solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Painesville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Landscaping Services: Revenue generated from landscape design and installation, landscape maintenance (weekly mowing, pruning, weed control, mulch installation), tree removal, stump grinding, drainage solutions, and hardscapes (patios, waterfalls, retaining walls). Primarily service-based with project-based pricing.
2. Snow & Ice Management Services: Recurring seasonal revenue from commercial and residential snow removal, de-icing, and snow hauling services. Services include 24/7 response plans and ongoing storm management across the tri-county service area.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Johnson's Inc. provides outdoor property services including landscape design and installation, weekly landscape and lawn maintenance, hardscape construction, drainage solutions, and tree removal and stump grinding. It also delivers commercial and residential snow and ice management with 24/7 response, de-icing, and snow hauling. Services are sold directly to residential property owners and commercial facilities (offices, distribution centers, retail centers, schools, hospitals, and medical facilities) across Lake, Cuyahoga, and Geauga County, Ohio.

Product overview

Johnson's Inc. is a landscaping and property maintenance company offering a unified suite of services for residential and commercial clients in Ohio. The core offerings include Landscape Design & Build for custom outdoor transformations, Landscape Maintenance for ongoing lawn care, and Snow & Ice Management for winter conditions. These services are supported by add-on capabilities including Tree Removal & Stump Grinding, Drainage Solutions, Hardscapes (patios, waterfalls, retaining walls), and De-Icing/Snow Hauling services. The company operates throughout Lake, Cuyahoga, and Geauga County with 24/7 snow response capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Landscape Maintenance Weekly lawn maintenance services including mowing, edging, turf and landscape bed weed control, fertilization programs, pruning of bushes and trees, spring clean-up, and mulch installation for residential and commercial properties in Northeast Ohio.
• Landscape Design & Build Custom landscape design and installation services that transform residential and commercial properties into functional outdoor spaces, including landscape design, plantings, hardscapes, and drainage solutions.
• Snow & Ice Management Comprehensive snow removal and de-icing services for commercial and residential properties, including 24/7 response plans, Doppler radar-based weather tracking, specialized equipment, and storm-trained crews serving Lake, Cuyahoga, and Geauga County, Ohio.
• Landscape Enhancements Tailored enhancements including landscape installation, innovative design, color care, and seasonal holiday decorations to elevate property functionality and visual appeal for residential and commercial customers.
• Tree Removal & Stump Grinding Professional removal of diseased or problematic trees with complete stump grinding to prevent regrowth, restoring residential and commercial properties.
• Drainage Solutions Expert drainage problem resolution services to prevent water accumulation and protect landscape integrity from improper drainage on residential and commercial properties.
• Hardscapes Custom hardscape design and installation including patios, waterfalls, retaining walls, firepits, walkways, and other functional outdoor living spaces using pavers and stone sourced from R.I. Lampus Company.
• De-Icing Services Surface de-icing services for sidewalks through complete parking lots using large quantities of salt, ensuring safety for customers and employees on commercial and residential properties.
• Snow Hauling Snow removal service using specialized equipment and trucks to haul snow off-site and ensure safe, accessible environments for commercial and residential clients.

Named customers7 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Proven WinnersminorOthersJohnson's uses Proven Winners plants in the majority of their landscape designs. Proven Winners is a leading brand of premium flowering plants and shrubs. This partnership indicates a commitment to quality plant materials in landscape installations.
• R.I. Lampus CompanyminorOthersSupplier of pavers and stone materials for hardscape projects including patios, walkways, firepits, and other hardscape designs. The partnership enables Johnson's to offer diverse paver and stone options to customers.
• Online Plant GuideminorOthersResource partner providing plant information to customers. Johnson's directs customers to the Online Plant Guide for additional plant research and information when planning landscape designs.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Direct peers

• Bartlett Tree Experts: Bartlett provides residential and commercial tree care, removal, pruning, and plant health services across the U.S. Directly comparable to Johnson's tree removal and stump grinding services, with a similar arborist-led, property-based service model.
• LandCare: LandCare provides commercial landscape maintenance, enhancements, and snow services to properties nationwide. Comparable to Johnson's commercial landscaping-plus-snow bundled model and similar property-type customer base.
• Ruppert Landscape: Ruppert Landscape is a regional Mid-Atlantic commercial landscape services provider offering maintenance, design/build, and snow & ice management. Comparable to Johnson's commercial property focus and bundled service model, though at a larger regional scale.
• SavATree: SavATree provides tree, shrub, and lawn care services including tree removal and landscape maintenance for residential and commercial customers. Directly comparable to Johnson's combined tree care, landscape maintenance, and property services portfolio.
• Yellowstone Landscape: Yellowstone Landscape provides commercial landscape maintenance, design/build, and snow services across the Midwest, Southeast, and Mid-Atlantic. Comparable to Johnson's full-service commercial landscaping plus snow & ice offering, with similar customer verticals.

Broad incumbents

• TruGreen: TruGreen is a national residential and commercial lawn care provider offering fertilization, weed control, and maintenance programs. Comparable to Johnson's recurring landscape maintenance services, though TruGreen is a broader incumbent with a primarily residential focus.
• Asplundh Tree Expert Company: Asplundh is a major national tree care and vegetation management provider with strong utility line clearance focus. Comparable to Johnson's tree removal capability, though Asplundh operates at significantly larger scale with utility-sector dominance.
• Davey Tree Expert Company: Davey Tree is a national provider of tree care, removal, and landscape services for residential and commercial clients. Comparable to Johnson's tree removal, stump grinding, and broader landscape maintenance offerings, though operating at significantly larger scale with utility-line-clearance as a major vertical.
• BrightView Landscapes: BrightView is the largest U.S. commercial landscaping services provider, offering landscape maintenance, design/build, and snow & ice management nationally. Comparable as a full-service landscape and snow operator serving commercial property customers across multiple states, though at vastly greater scale than Johnson's.

Emerging players

• Spring-Green Lawn Care: Spring-Green provides residential and commercial lawn care, tree, and shrub services through a franchise network in the Midwest and beyond. Comparable to Johnson's maintenance and tree/shrub offering, though with a franchised delivery model and smaller-average-ticket focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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