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6 Red Flags When Hiring A Commercial Snow Removal Company in Cleveland

Posted by Jerry Schill on Aug 31, 2016 8:24:44 AM

You know what they say: Hindsight is 20/20. If you could have one do-over, what would it be? One common regret we hear from many of the property managers we've worked with has to do with poor hiring — employee or contractor. That's why it's so important...
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Schill Achieves SN 9001 Certification — And What It Means For Your Property

Posted by Jerry Schill on Aug 26, 2016 3:23:14 PM

Just in case you haven’t heard, Schill Grounds Management recently earned the SN 9001:2012 quality management system (QMS) certification after an audit by Smithers Quality Assessments (SQA). We are only the second snow contractor in the state of Ohio to...
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4 Problems With Hiring a Cleveland Snow Removal Contractor Last Minute

Posted by Jerry Schill on Aug 25, 2016 3:37:21 PM

On the heels of an extended streak of hot and extremely humid conditions, we're more than ready to think "cool thoughts" and start talking snow removal in Cleveland. Believe it or not, there is no better time than now to secure your commercial snow...
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4 Winter Pedestrian Safety Tips For Commercial Properties

Posted by Jerry Schill on Oct 30, 2015 7:00:00 AM

Before we know it, frigid temperatures and snow are going to be the usual weather forecast here in Northeast Ohio. That means slippery entrance ramps, parking lot puddles that quickly freeze into dangerous patches, and high winds that produce snow drifts...
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Why Should I Hire A Certified Commercial Snow And Ice Removal Company?

Posted by Jerry Schill on Sep 30, 2015 8:37:11 PM

Certification is more than a logo—it’s more than passing a test and receiving a title. In the snow industry, certification requires rigorous education, and it sets a high standard. To earn the certification, companies meet stringent safety standards and...
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6 Questions To Ask When Hiring A Cleveland Snow Removal Company

Posted by Jerry Schill on Sep 14, 2015 3:10:19 PM

How well do you really know the snow removal company that plows your Northeast Ohio property? Are they really prepared for this winter—and will your property get the attention it deserves during and after a snow event? You’re about to sign a...
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5 Reasons To Hire A Commercial Snow Removal Company In The Summer

Posted by Jerry Schill on Aug 7, 2015 2:51:00 PM

We’re officially into the dog days of summer after a wet start, and now that things are heating up outside and we’re (unbelievably) hoping for some rain—it’s time to talk about snow. That’s right. Now is prime time for securing commercial snow removal...
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Can Ice Melt Products Damage Your Commercial Property?

Posted by Jerry Schill on Dec 19, 2014 8:00:00 AM

Whether it’s in the kitchen or out on an icy parking lot, a heavy hand when it comes to salt isn’t always best. And in the case of commercial snow and ice removal, using the right amount of ice melt at the right time can make your slick surfaces...
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How To Winterize Plants And Prevent Winter Burn In Your Commercial Landscape

Posted by Jerry Schill on Dec 16, 2014 3:42:48 PM

“Winter burn is the worst.” If the evergreens in your commercial landscape could talk, I’d bet that’s one of the first things they’d tell you — especially this time of year. Winter burn can happen when plants experience water loss through their foliage...
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How Our Smaller Snow Crews Keep Your Property In The Clear

Posted by Jerry Schill on Nov 25, 2014 6:00:00 AM

When it comes to snow removal, crew size matters. It makes the difference between plowing your retail parking lot, multifamily property or commercial grounds just one time during a storm—or having a team return to make a second pass (or more). Smaller...
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