When it comes to commercial property management and planning landscape maintenance, it’s important to hire the right commercial landscaping company. The right full-service commercial landscaping company will boost a property’s appearance as well as increase maximum ROI. On the other hand, hiring a new, inexperienced landscaping company could cost a business thousands in repairs and other liability issues. Here are some things to consider when choosing a landscaping company.

Determine Your Needs

Property Managers should have an overall idea of what they want before reaching out to new landscaping providers. For example, the Property Manager should have a scope of what needs to be done, the time frame it needs to be done, as well as a budget. The right landscaping company will listen, make recommendations, and create a customized year-round maintenance plan to fit the property’s specific needs.

Services Offered

Is the company a full-service commercial landscaping company or a small landscaping business? Most commercial properties will need to hire a full-service commercial landscaping company to ensure maximum ROI in the long run. These full-service companies offer landscaping maintenance, including services like commercial irrigation, outdoor lighting, plant replacements, design, and other year-round services like snow and ice removal. Overall, Property Managers can save thousands and maximize ROI every year simply by contracting the right full-service commercial landscaping company.

Qualifications

How long has the landscaping company been in business? How long have they been performing commercial landscaping services? How many commercial clients do they currently have? Does the company or any of its staff hold any landscaping-related degrees or certifications? These are all basic questions that will help you determine whether a company is qualified to perform your property’s commercial maintenance.

Reputation

When searching for a reputable landscaping company, it’s always a good idea to check out the online reviews and ratings. For example, we have a 5-star rating on our Google My Business Acer Landscape Services page. If a company has multiple negative reviews, that’s a major red flag to stay away. Can the company provide references? References are a great way to get personalized insight into a company as well as the type of clientele they serve.

License & Insurance

Property Managers should always confirm the landscaping company is licensed and insured. When requesting this information, the Property Manager should request the license number, certifications, and proof of insurance. Make sure to check the insurance limits on the insurance documentation.

Pricing & Quality Assurance

How does the company’s pricing compare to other landscaping businesses in the area? Are the same services included? What happens if you are not satisfied with the services performed? Don’t be afraid to ask the company’s pricing and whether they provide any type of warranty on services performed. Some landscaping companies will give a low total price to secure the annual contract but then charge more for add-on services later. These companies can quickly become stressful and costly. That’s another reason it’s important to ask about the company’s pricing, adjustments, and how they handle issues before entering any type of long-term agreement.