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Jerry Schill

Jerry Schill is president and co-owner of Schill Grounds Management. He's received numerous accolades for his leadership in the Northeast Ohio business community and the commercial landscaping and snow management industry, including the National Leadership Award from SNOW Magazine and Lawn and Landscape Magazine. He is an active member of the Legislative Committee for the Accredited Snow Contractors Association (ASCA) and the Snow and Ice Committee for the Ohio Landscapers Association (OLA).

Watering Plants in summer: Myths and Misconceptions That Will Kill Your Landscape

Posted by Jerry Schill on Aug 1, 2017 12:31:07 PM

Summer is a wonderful season here in Northeast Ohio, from the shining shores of Lake Erie and the vibrant farmers markets that pop up, to the many fairs and festivals that pepper the region—there’s so much to see and do during this time of year. But it’strue
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What's Included in a Commercial Landscaping Contract?

Posted by Jerry Schill on Jul 18, 2017 1:09:48 PM

Understanding commercial landscaping contracts can be difficult, whether you’re looking for corporate landscaping, HOA landscape maintenance, or apartment landscaping. In fact, that’s why our guide to Landscape Maintenance Pricing is our most populartrue
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When NOT to Mow Your Turf

Posted by Jerry Schill on Jul 14, 2017 9:49:24 AM

Here at Schill, our crews mow over 11,000 times per year on the retail, HOA, apartment, and commercial properties we manage. Needless to say, we know a lot about proper mowing techniques, including the best type of mower for every property and how totrue
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Liquid Deicer vs. Salt: What’s best for removing ice from commercial properties?

Posted by Jerry Schill on Jul 13, 2017 2:00:31 PM

Getting rid of snow and ice on your commercial property isn’t as simple as it used to be, whether you manage an HOA, apartment building, or a retail facility. The need to increase safety is also higher than ever, with insurance companies taking a muchtrue
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The 5 Best Commercial Snow Removal Companies In Cleveland (Reviews/Ratings)

Posted by Jerry Schill on Jul 11, 2017 10:21:37 AM

Over 25 years, Schill has become the one of the largest snow and ice removal companies in North America. It's a huge part of what we do. Summer is prime time to seriously consider which commercial snow removal company you’ll hire this winter to keep yourtrue
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What’s the best type of snow removal contract for my commercial property?

Posted by Jerry Schill on Jul 2, 2017 11:44:49 PM

Winter is an exciting, but often stressful, time for commercial properties and the people who manage them. Holiday decorations go up on streets and store fronts, communities are buzzing with holiday travelers and guests, and everyone is making trips totrue
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Is your snow removal contractor following ISO best practices?

Posted by Jerry Schill on Jun 16, 2017 12:20:29 PM

Winter is an exciting time for property owners and managers. Retail shops are crowded with Christmas shoppers, and condos and apartments are teaming with holiday guests. During this time, primary concerns for your landscape transition from aesthetictrue
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Are lawn mowers damaging my siding?

Posted by Jerry Schill on Jun 16, 2017 12:00:00 AM

According to the Census Bureau’s annual Survey of Construction, vinyl siding is the most popular choice for exterior wall coverings. As one of the largest providers of commercial landscape maintenance to condos, apartments, and HOA’s in Northeast Ohio,true
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3 Irrigation Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands

Posted by Jerry Schill on Jun 9, 2017 9:59:00 AM

For many, the percussive notes a sprinkler head makes as it sprays water is one of the most striking sounds of spring and summer. It’s a sign of warmer weather to come, which generally means more fun. Everyone loves the type of landscapes thosetrue
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Why are my trees and shrubs not leafing out?

Posted by Jerry Schill on Jun 5, 2017 12:22:46 PM

Spring is over and most plants are in full bloom. Annuals are being planted, making landscapes sing with pops of color. Trees that were bare just weeks ago now have tufts of bright green foliage, and many perennial shrubs are sprouting lush flowers. Or…true
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