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Awesome Landscape Lighting Upgrades That Increase Your Property's Value

Posted by Jerry Schill on Oct 26, 2017 12:48:22 PM

Here at Schill, we’ve worked on hundreds of properties that are visually breathtaking. There are countless factors that are involved in making a landscape look great, from plant choice to hardscapes and architectural features. But why should the best...
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Helpful Tips to Keep Your Perennials Healthy

Posted by Jerry Schill on Oct 19, 2017 2:11:25 PM

The Schill team loves perennials, and it’s no wonder why. The flowering plants and leafy shrubs make great additions to any landscape by adding pops of color, texture, or differences in height. And because they last year after year and typically require...
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Not your Grandpa’s Lawn Care: How Technology Has Changed Landscaping

Posted by Jerry Schill on Sep 11, 2017 11:17:42 AM

When we first started Schill Grounds Management 25 years ago, the industry looked very different than what it is today. Search engines Google and Yahoo didn’t exist, so potential customers had to find us in the phone book or by word of mouth, and we...
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Propane Mowers vs. Electric Mowers vs. Gasoline Mowers: Which is best?

Posted by Jerry Schill on Aug 24, 2017 2:27:58 PM

Corporate sustainability is something that our clients are increasingly concerned about as more and more organizations seek to minimize their impact on the environment by being intentional about their grounds maintenance solution. Fortunately,...
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Unexpected Ways Trees Can Damage Your Property

Posted by Jerry Schill on Aug 17, 2017 3:53:04 PM

We love trees here at Schill Grounds Management. In addition to looking majestic and providing shade, they can also be great for the environment by cleaning the air and providing us oxygen. Unfortunately, when trees are planted improperly or homes and...
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Why you should only have 1 year-round grounds maintenance provider

Posted by Jerry Schill on Aug 15, 2017 11:07:13 AM

Here on the Schill blog, we’ve written a lot about what makes a great landscape maintenance provider, and what makes an exceptional snow removal contractor, but we’ve rarely talk about how the two interact with one another. We’re happy to work just as...
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How much does landscape maintenance cost?

Posted by Jerry Schill on Aug 11, 2017 12:57:41 PM

Landscape maintenance contracts can be notoriously complex. With different companies charging different prices for different services, many contractors profit by keeping customers in the dark about the services they provide. Here at Schill Grounds...
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4 things to look for in a Landscape Maintenance Provider

Posted by Jerry Schill on Aug 4, 2017 12:01:00 PM

Your customers are judging. People are watching. They’re making decisions about whether to pull into your entrance, or if they should spend time shopping and dining on your property. They might even be deciding whether your business looks like a great...
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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 popular...
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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 to...
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