Grounds, Landscaping and Snow Removal ensures that any properties' outdoor areas are well-maintained, safe and attractive throughout the year. 

  • Landscaping involves the design, installation and maintenance of outdoor spaces, including lawns, gardens, trees and shrubs
  • Grounds maintenance includes tasks such as mowing, watering, trimming, pruning and fertilization to keep the property looking its best
  • Snow removal is necessary during the winter months to keep the property safe and accessible, it involves clearing snow and ice from sidewalks, driveways and parking lots

Together, these services help to enhance the property's curb appeal, improve its functionality and ensure the safety of its occupants and visitors. 

Develop Global and Regional best-in-class information, processes and templates for Grounds, Landscaping & Snow Management and its sub-components within the program focusing on the below Key elements:

  • Customizable scopes of work 
  • Pricing tools
  • Savings levers
  • Guidance for the following topics:
    • Landscape design
    • Thoughtful operational selections for optimal client satisfaction
    • Sprinkler system optimization
    • Treating snow and ice 
  • Selecting the appropriate materials such as
    • Turf, Shrub and Tree -chemical considerations (fertilizers, pre / post-emergents, growth regulators, insecticides, etc.)
    • Mulch type
    • Snow and ice melt options
  • Safety Practices

1. Category Definition

2. High-level Strategy

3. Scope

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  • Incorporate ESG initiatives of:
    • Sustainable solutioning
    • Utilizing electric equipment
    • Habitat creation
    • Urban biodiversity to restore native foliage
    • Biophilic design connecting people to nature
  • Customize landscaping and snow removal strategy to clients site & climate
  • Utilize industry best practices to ensure long term optimal success within our client’s landscapes
  • Avoid wasted resources such as water overuse with irrigation systems
    • Understanding water use impacted by grade changes and soil types
    • Audit sprinklers for overspray
    • Correct sprinkler heads
    • On-site water retention
  • Bring innovative ideas to deliver robust thoughtful solutions
    • Site quality audits by 3rd party inspectors
    • Snow-brining roadways & walkways to use less salt
    • Convert turf to meadow / xeriscape

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