More than just an attractive facade, features designed and built by landscaping companies contribute to the overall experience of anyone who visits, lives, or works on a commercial property. So, as you look for ways to enhance the look of the physical aspect of your business and search for “landscapers near me,” consider how the features you choose can affect how your business is perceived in the Canton, Bloomfield Hills, Oakland Township, & Commerce Twp, MI Areas.
Creating a Welcoming Entry
Nothing may put off people faster than crumbling, weed-infested walkways at the entry to a commercial building. Send the right message (a message that says you care) with an attractive paver walkway leading to a comfortable entry. Pavers can prove to be a more cost-effective choice than asphalt or poured concrete, because they are more durable. They also contribute so much to curb appeal.
Enhancing the Safety of Your Commercial Property
It’s true that good paver hardscapes are generally safer than asphalt or poured concrete. The Michigan winters aren’t exactly mild. The freeze-thaw cycle quickly destroys the integrity of poured concrete or asphalt, leading to bulging, cracking, and crumbling effects—all of which are serious tripping hazards. Concrete and asphalt also tend to become slippery when wet. Many concrete pavers come with a non-slip finish for safety—and because the features are not a single monolithic unit but rather individual pavers, there’s enough give to the surface to allow for earth movement, without the heaving that occurs with slab surfaces.
Many concrete pavers can also be installed as permeable surfaces that allow rainwater and snowmelt to drain through to the ground below, instead of pooling in low-lying areas or creating runoff. Quality concrete pavers won’t need replacing for many decades—in fact, they may be the best investment you make in your commercial landscape because of their durability and low maintenance requirements.
Consider New Gathering Spaces
Whether your premises are commercial or residential, people love having an attractive place outdoors where they can relax on their lunch hour, play with the kids, hold informal meetings, or just enjoy some fresh air.
Your property could be enhanced by a patio, with a picnic table or a bench and a few masonry planters with seasonal flowers will create a cheerful outdoor space. If you have the space, a soothing fountain could contribute to people’s moods. If you have employees, enhanced outdoor spots can help them feel happier during their workday and therefore more productive. If you have commercial or residential tenants, they’ll feel that you truly care about their wellbeing. If you have customers coming to the premises, they will be more likely to associate your outdoor spaces with quality products or services.
A Focus on Aesthetics
Retaining walls can give your property a finished look. They offer a great opportunity to incorporate built-in landscape lighting and seating, and even a flat surface on which to put a few planters. Landscaping companies can help you come up with ideas for your property that are fitting for the activities that occur there as well as impressive solutions to issues like erosion and the need for separating outdoor activities.
When you look into how landscaping companies can help you, consider the effect this effort will have on curb appeal, the development of people-friendly spaces, and potentially a boosted brand image. First impressions matter.
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