Bedetti’s Lawn Fertilizing is a highly regarded lawn care company serving Orange, Ulster, and Dutchess counties in New York’s Hudson Valley. Built on reputation, results, and integrity, the business has grown well beyond a part-time operation and is now ready for a full-time owner-operator to take the reins.

The company’s story began when founder Nicholas Bedetti, a career firefighter, stepped in to run a colleague’s lawn business after an injury sidelined him. In 2016, Nick officially launched Bedetti’s Lawn Fertilizing, dedicated to providing a higher standard of turf care. As demand surged, he partnered with a fellow firefighter to strengthen the business side, allowing Bedetti’s to scale while staying true to its core values: do the job right, never oversell, and put customer results above all else.

Unlike national chains, Bedetti’s avoids unnecessary add-ons and won’t treat lawns when it won’t help (for example, during drought burn). Customers trust that recommendations are always in their best interest, which has fueled steady growth, strong retention, and frequent referrals from homeowners frustrated with franchise services. Many clients happily pay nearly double the competition’s rates because they see the results — some of the best lawns in the Hudson Valley.

The customer base is made up almost entirely of recurring program clients, primarily middle-class suburban homeowners. Services include a proven 4-step fertilization program, weed control, grub prevention, tick treatments, aeration and overseeding, and fungicide treatments as needed. With 278 active customers and $210,000 in signed contracts for this year, the business is consistently profitable — last year producing a 44% profit margin (before partner salary).

All operations are supported by strong infrastructure, including a 2016 Ford F-350, an 18-foot enclosed trailer, two Permagreen machines, an aerator, a slice seeder, backpack sprayers, and all necessary tools. The business also comes with a full CRM system, website, Facebook page, and well-documented customer lists.

One of the most attractive aspects of Bedetti’s is its scalability. To date, the two partners have intentionally kept operations small and part-time, serving select communities and even turning down landscaper referrals and out-of-area clients to avoid overextending. A full-time owner could immediately expand territories, hire seasonal staff, or add high-demand services such as mosquito control and additional turf programs. Growth potential is significant, as evidenced by YTD revenue up 40% compared to last year ($156K vs. $111k as of 9/1/2025).

This is an ideal opportunity for an owner-operator who wants a profitable, seasonal business with strong community recognition and ample room to grow. It could also be an excellent platform for an existing landscaper or green industry entrepreneur looking to expand into premium fertilization services with a ready-made reputation.