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The Importance of Snow and Ice Removal for Commercial Propeties

The winter months can be long, cold and snowy. It is important to properly clear your parking lots, driveways and sidewalks so that your customers have access to your commercial property. Whether you manage a retail store, day care, church, medical facility, office building or any other business, professional snow and ice removal is necessary to ensure that you do not lose profits this winter.

Although a fresh coat of snow may be beautiful, it can be hazardous as well. Ice and snow are not only dangerous to drive in, they can be extremely dangerous to walk though as well. Pedestrians and motorists are often unable to see ice clearly and do not realize it is a problem until an accident occurs. As the owner or manager of a commercial building, you may be liable for injuries that occur on your property.

Accessibility to your commercial property is essential to maintaining and generating profits. If your customers cannot get to you, they will go elsewhere. This is why it is so important that you have a clear path to your store or building, no matter what the weather. Professional snow removal usually takes place in the early hours of the morning before your business opens. This allows the entire property to be properly cleared before your employees or patrons arrive. As potential customers venture out, they will know you are open for business once they see a clear path to your door.

Before you hire just anyone to remove your snow and ice, you need to make sure that you find reliable professionals. At Groundskeeper Landscape Group you won’t be losing valuable business waiting around for the snowplow. We have been servicing the Greater Dayton Area for going on 15 years. You can count on Groundskeeper Landscape Group to be there when expected. We keep our fleet serviced and up to date and have an experienced staff to get the job done quickly and effectively. Whether it’s a major snow event or just the need for an ice melt application, Groundskeeper Landscape Group will be ready when you need us most.

At Groundskeeper Landscape Group we will sit down with you and discuss your needs and tailor a snow removal plan according to your specifications. Having a pricing plan in place prevents the chance of being taken advantage by unscrupulous companies charging obscene amounts of money to plow or clear ice. You should have a clear price and description of services so that when the time comes, you have peace of mind knowing that the job will get done correctly and for a fair price.

Don’t get caught without a reliable and professional snow and ice removal service this winter. You could lose money if you are unable to provide clear access to your building. Groundskeeper Landscape Group can not only ensure your open for business throughout the winter, we can customize year round landscape maintenance for your facility. Call Myron at 937-228-8673 to set up a time to go over your individual needs, the consultation is free.