What to Do When Snow Removal Causes Damage to Your Commercial Property

What to Do When Snow Removal Causes Damage to Your Commercial Property

Winter in Greater Chicago is unpredictable each year, often harsh.

Some seasons bring mild conditions, while others bring heavy snow and ice that can cause major problems. Typically, winter here isn't gentle—averaging 37 inches of snow annually with daily highs of 30 to 38°F. Lake Michigan often adds to snow levels through lake-effect snow, driven by north or northeast winds.

As a commercial property manager in Greater Chicago, including snow removal in your grounds maintenance plan is essential to manage winter challenges effectively.

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Landscape Basics for Mowing & Maintaining Solar Farms

Landscape Basics for Mowing & Maintaining Solar Farms

When it comes to commercial property management, every detail matters—from the outdoor break areas at your office park to the parking lots and entryways at your retail center to the safe pathways leading to your industrial site to the amenities at your HOA.

Everything, including curb appeal, tenant satisfaction, and an attractive and well-groomed exterior, is essential for success. That’s the same for solar farms as it is for any of these other types of commercial properties.

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How to Stretch Your Landscaping Budget with Smart Commercial Enhancements

How to Stretch Your Landscaping Budget with Smart Commercial Enhancements

As a Greater Chicago area property manager, you want your commercial property to have curb appeal and look good.

Thick, green grass, nicely shaped trees and shrubs, colorful containers at entranceways and key focal points, tidy landscape beds, and clean and smooth pathways that get your visitors from A to B without delay or hazard are all things to aim for.

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Landscape Contract Red Flags: Terminology to Watch for in Commercial Landscape Contracts

Landscape Contract Red Flags: Terminology to Watch for in Commercial Landscape Contracts

When evaluating commercial landscaping agreements, you’ll want to keep some red flags in mind as you review the landscape contract terminology.

There are certain things that should at least give you pause, and others that might be a big warning to consider a different commercial landscape maintenance and construction provider.

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What Landscapers Should Take Care of Before Completing A Service Visit

What Landscapers Should Take Care of Before Completing A Service Visit

As a property manager, do you know what happens while your landscape company is at your commercial facility, polishing up your site and making it functional and beautiful?

You likely know they mow and trim, as well as weed or fertilizer, but what else do they do, and how do they leave the place when they are finished?

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7 Old Landscape Design Trends to Avoid (& The Best Ways to Update Them)

7 Old Landscape Design Trends to Avoid (& The Best Ways to Update Them)

Do you feel like your Greater Chicago commercial landscape is a little stale? Maybe it’s time for an update.

You can’t deny your landscape can add significant value to your commercial business in so many ways. Attracting new customers and amplifying your community's reputation and presence are two of them.

Creating stunning, inviting commercial landscapes is the best way to get these perks. Having modern, eye-catching landscaping can impress anyone who comes to your facility.

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Climate-Resilient Trees: Selecting Trees for Chicago’s Changing Landscapes

Climate-Resilient Trees: Selecting Trees for Chicago’s Changing Landscapes

Greater Chicago is pretty tough. It survives harsh winters, sweltering summers, and everything in between.

But as the impacts of climate change advance, the city’s landscapes are facing new and unpredictable challenges. Recent years have brought shifts that even make it tough for the hardiest native tree species.

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Snow Removal Contracts: Per Occurrence vs Seasonal vs Multi-Year Plans

Snow Removal Contracts: Per Occurrence vs Seasonal vs Multi-Year Plans

Winter in Greater Chicago is unpredictable, with Old Man Winter often shaking things up each year.

Severe snow and ice can cause problems for commercial properties, especially those that need to keep entryways clear for smooth traffic. That's why it's crucial to finalize your snow removal contract before winter hits. Not all commercial properties have the same needs, so snow removal agreements should be tailored accordingly.

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Appropriate Budgets & Timelines for Large Commercial Landscape Installations

Appropriate Budgets & Timelines for Large Commercial Landscape Installations

Want your Greater Chicago commercial property to look attractive? Of course! But how much of your budget should go to large landscaping projects, and how long do they typically take?

Planning and timing vary widely, so it's important to be prepared. Cutting corners or going in unready isn’t advisable, as your property's appearance reflects the service quality you offer inside.

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Which Commercial Landscaping Projects Can I Safely Get Started in Summer?

Which Commercial Landscaping Projects Can I Safely Get Started in Summer?

You want your commercial property in Greater Chicago to look great all year long.

And when you are making plans for improvement, you don’t want to have to wait – especially when you have the budget dollars to get the job done.

But summer’s high temperatures and drought can put a damper on your plans.

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