Landscape design is an evolving canvas, with new trends emerging each year. In 2018, we saw the rise of serenity gardens for relaxation; the addition of fire features for extended use of outdoor spaces; and the use of permeable pavers to encourage sustainable landscape.
With the new year ahead, businesses need to revisit their budget for landscape maintenance. Business owners may want to overhaul the look of an older landscape that continues to deteriorate over time, or perhaps the addition of new plants and rough weather conditions calls for greater maintenance.
Commercial landscape management isn’t always black and white. What may seem like the best approach on the surface can create problems down the road for property managers and homeowner associations. It’s true of mulch volcanoes, where too much of a seemingly beneficial material can strip tree roots of water and air, as well as ramping up fertilization efforts, which can raise nitrogen levels so high in soil that sections of the turf burn.
When it comes to landscape maintenance services, everyone wants to get the best possible service at the best possible value. But as you start to request quotes from a handful of local landscaping companies that meet your criteria, you notice a trend. The numbers you get back vary across the board, with some estimates exceeding your budget and others coming in much lower than expected.
How well a building is maintained can have a significant impact on a business’ bottom line. Apartments and condominiums with clean floors and appliances that run as they should are more likely to attract and retain tenants, while restaurants with disinfected surfaces and clean menus are more likely to appeal to customers and encourage positive reviews.
When it’s winter in Northeast Ohio, you never know what kind of weather you’ll wake up to. Snow, ice and other hazardous conditions can easily turn your walkways into hazardous spaces that lead to slips and falls — some of which may cause serious injuries.
Every element of a hotel feeds back into the guest experience. In-room amenities like a spacious bathroom, fresh towels and coffee/tea mimic the comforts of home, while on-site restaurants and swimming pools offer convenient areas to socialize and unwind.
After years of handling commercial snow removal on their own, your business has made the decision to turn the reins over to a professional. This shift was driven by a variety of factors, from the cost investment in equipment to the lack of effectiveness in do-it-yourself techniques.
When a heavy snowfall hits, property managers and homeowner associations (HOAs) can wake up to quite a headache. Snow-covered parking lots, driveways and sidewalks can become hazardous to occupants, obstruct access to vehicles and doorways and ultimately push back when a commercial property is ready for business.
Like homeowners, businesses tend to apply the value of commercial landscape service to the times of year a lawn is active. Spring brings about the start of the mowing season; summer calls for more frequent watering to keep grass healthy and green; and fall warrants a fertilizer application before the ground freezes, amongst other needs.