[1] Property Management Insider by Joanna Ellis; October 23, 2014

You contract with a fantastic commercial landscaping service. Congratulations! Your competition has one, or two. You have the latest, greatest, extraordinarily landscape curb appeal? So does your closest competitor. Well, your leasing office has beautiful flowers in designer pots at the main entrance, stylish, and the property is setup with the best commercial landscaping service. Have you visited your competitors property lately? They’re equally the same. OK, you have the greatest commercial landscape management service money can buy; your landscape contractor has won numerous awards and achievements and it goes on and on.

An HOA Landscape Service Must Not Pile Mulch on The Crown

Spring and Summer is a great time to refresh your bark mulch . Mulching is beneficial for your property but can also cause damage if not installed appropriately. An HOA Landscaping Service understands that damaging effects occur when mulch is applied in excessive amounts around the crown, and this is why they train there crews appropriately. Suffocation occurs when the bark is piled around the base of your trees and plants. The effects of excessive mulching cause decay because of the high water retention rate inviting disease and harmful pathogens to enter into the plants bark. 

These days an HOA Landscaping Service should take many things into account, especially the type of landscaping in and around your common area. For one, plant types play a huge role in the longevity of a landscape, having the right plants that can tolerate the variable temperatures throughout the year is part of the equation for great landscaping. Landscaping that is interfering with window views, walk way and crowding out the others is another factor to consider. Planting the right combination of foliage and plants will ultimately impact your commercial landscape design one way or the other. The real challenge for a commercial landscape design service is deciding on the right balance of plants that can tolerate the variable conditions.

Lets Start With Communication

In a service type organization, we understand that communication is a vital component of running a successful commercial landscaping service. In addition, we recognize that keeping those lines of communication open is essential for a solid long-term foundation. That’s why we have devised a system for transparency— and are constantly learning how to apply new ways that provide for better customer service for corporate landscaping services. At the end of the day, fair pricing and an established communication plan are essential drivers for delivering high quality landscape maintenance standards.

Getting from one point to another in an hoa community  or retail center can be fairly simple or challenging. Most of the time we don’t think too much about what we’re walking on, especially if there’s a path or walkway pointed in the direction we are headed, and then we’re right on course. When walking, we are usually not focused on the type of material used, however when it comes to a walking surface, there are a number of factors to consider, including frequency of use, the topography, future maintenance, its resilience to abuse , safety factors, sustainability and property aesthetic.

Whether we’re talking about a pathway short cut through a parking lot island or a path through a serene courtyard patio, the walking surface that you provide should always be up to standards. There are multiple choices available when it comes to pathway surfaces for commercial property landscaping. Here are a few options to consider for high foot traffic areas.

How big is your water foot print?

In the bay area, although we have received some sporadic rainfall, this winter has been relatively dry. From reduced snow pack in the Sierra’s to low water reserves, in California, the lack of rainfall is a concerning matter, especially for Bay area water supplies. The California’s Department of Water Resources continues to urge businesses to conserve water, including commercial landscape maintenance companies and bay area residences . The cost of water will continue to rise, just like taxes. Here are some ways you can help to conserve and save.

Retail, Residential Apartment Community and Commercial properties are very noticeable during the day light hours. Monument Signs and frontage are clean and very visible. Lawn areas are green and vibrant. Flowers and Plants are swagger with beautiful colors under the sun. Walkways and architectural lines flow. In daylight hours your property looks great. But does it show well at Night?

A Commercial Landscaping Company Taking It to The Next Level

Great customer service is much more than mowing, blowing  and moving on to the next property. Consider solidifying your relationship with your Commercial Landscaping Service, read more.

Incorporating flower pots in the landscape is a great idea from a design perspective. However,a lack of proper planning can make them look awkward no matter how beautiful your flowers may be. 

When incorporating flowers, commercial landscaping companies should maintain the flow and balance. Use them to heighten interest and avoid a collage of shapes and colors. Here are some basic guidelines to keep you on the right track.