How to Know If Your Commercial Property Is Being Maintained Properly
You walk your site. You see the grass is cut. But is your commercial property reing taken care of the way it should? As a property manager, business owner, or facility supervisor, your landscape says a lot about your brand, professionalism, and commitment to quality. The problem? Many commercial maintenance providers cut corners — and unless you know what to look for, you might be paying for results you’re not getting. Let’s break down the signs of proper (and improper) commercial landscape maintenance — and how Plantscape ensures your site always looks its best.
Why It Matters: More Than Curb Appeal
Bad maintenance leads to:
- Declining property value
- Tenant complaints or turnover
- Weed takeovers and dying turf
- Drainage issues
- Costly fixes down the line
- A poor public image for your business
🌱 A well-maintained landscape shows that someone is watching, someone cares, and that your space is worth investing in.
Sign #1: Inconsistent or Missed Visits
If your crew:
- Shows up randomly
- Doesn’t stick to a weekly/biweekly rhythm
- Misses key seasonal services
- Doesn’t notify you of delays
…that’s a red flag.
✅ Professional teams should have set schedules, send updates, and track progress. Explore our landscaping services at Plantscape.ca
Sign #2: Weeds, Debris & Unkempt Beds
If you see:
- Weeds overtaking beds
- Edging lines disappearing
- Trash left near shrubs
- Mulch that’s gray and flattened
- Dead annuals from last season
…then it’s not being maintained — it’s just being mowed.
🧹 True maintenance includes the little things clients and tenants notice.
Sign #3: Overgrown or Missed Pruning
When shrubs look like:
- Blobs instead of shapes
- They’re blocking signs or windows
- They haven’t been touched since spring
…you know pruning’s been forgotten. This leads to:
- Safety issues
- Plant stress or dieback
- Poor aesthetics
- Damage to siding or pathways
✅ Shrubs and hedges should be pruned 2–3x/year, and trees checked regularly.
Sign #4: Patchy, Uneven, or Unhealthy Lawn
The lawn should be:
- Even in height
- Free of brown spots and weeds
- Mowed cleanly with defined edges
- Free from ruts, clippings, or damage
Unhealthy turf means:
- Dull blades
- Wrong mowing patterns
- Lack of fertilization
- Poor watering management
🌿 The turf is the stage — and it needs to be show-ready.
Sign #5: You’re Always Wondering What Was Done
If you:
- Don’t receive service summaries
- Don’t know who to contact on-site
- Never get proactive updates
- Are chasing them for answers
…you’re not in a partnership — you’re in the dark.
✅ At Plantscape, we provide:
- Assigned account contacts
- Visual updates or service logs
- Fast replies to questions or concerns
Sign #6: You’re Hearing It From Tenants
If residents or tenants are saying:
- “The front beds look sad.”
- “Nobody cleaned the walkways again.”
- “When are they planting flowers?”
- “There are weeds everywhere.”
…it’s probably not just a bad day — it’s a pattern.
🧠 Your tenants are your eyes. If they’re noticing neglect, something’s wrong.
What Professional Maintenance Should Include
At minimum:
- Weekly or biweekly mowing
- Bed and weed care
- Seasonal trimming and pruning
- Spring and fall cleanups
- Optional mulching and fertilizing
- Litter patrol, edging, and attention to detail
A top-tier company will also:
- Respect site access and quiet hours
- Handle snow or off-season needs
- Customize care to your space
- Communicate clearly and regularly
What Plantscape Does Differently
✔️Provide full seasonal checklists and options
✔️ Offer add-on snow removal and enhancements
✔️ Take before/after photos (on request)
✔️ Communicate proactively with property managers, boards, and facilities staff
With 45+ years in Windsor-Essex, we know how to maintain — and elevate — every kind of commercial landscape.
FAQs: Commercial Property Maintenance
Do you inspect new sites before taking over?
- Yes — we do a full walkthrough and recommend short- and long-term improvements.
Can you work with tenant boards or managers?
- Absolutely. We tailor communication and updates to your preferences.
Do you offer snow removal too?
- Yes — many commercial clients bundle landscaping and snow for seamless care.
Conclusion
If you’re unsure whether your commercial property is being maintained properly… that’s your answer.
🌿 Let Plantscape show you what reliable, detail-focused commercial care reoks like. Request a property assessment or quote today, and take the guesswork out of your landscaping.