Garden roller aerator perforating grass turf for improved drainage and root growth

Landscaping season is almost here, and maintenance managers should be putting together a spring and summer groundskeeping plan to stay on top of outdoor maintenance throughout the season. Creating a checklist can help managers stay organized, budget and plan for upcoming expenses, and better manage their day-to-day responsibilities.

Here’s a list of tasks to add to your spring and summer groundskeeping checklist for best results:

• Invest in today’s technology. From smart irrigation systems to tools that measure equipment use and lifespan, real-time data can help you lower your costs and environmental footprint, better budget, optimize efficiency, and re-allocate essential labour.
• Make sure your irrigation system is in working order to efficiently manage your needs through the season. This includes checking sprinkler heads for winter damage, confirming water pressure, and making sure that your drainage system is in working order.
• Prepare to aerate your lawn in late spring or early summer. This process makes holes down into the soil to alleviate compaction so that air, water and nutrients can reach grass roots, resulting in a healthier lawn.
• Visit your parking lot to confirm that signage is where it should be, that lines are still painted clearly, and that no damage occurred during winter’s freeze-thaw cycle. Cracks and potholes will need to be repaired once the weather warms up.
• Check that all outdoor lighting is functioning and replace bulbs and make repairs where necessary to maintain good visibility and safety.
• Assess any spring and summer equipment, charging batteries and filling them with gas where necessary. Ensure that lawnmowers, trimmers, or all other equipment is functional. Similarly, check ladders, hoses, and tools for cracks or damage to make a repair or replacement list.
• Refill your PPE supplies for the hotter months if they were depleted last year. Make an inventory list to keep track of supplies throughout the season.
• Revisit your working outdoors protocols so you’re prepared when the hot weather arrives. Confirm break schedules, PPE required, heat stroke protocols, and more, to ensure your team is prepared to complete outdoor work.
• Look for signs of any pests that may have caused damage or nested throughout the grounds, and consult a professional to help eradicate pests and prevent further infiltration.

Creating a spring and summer groundskeeping checklist can help you stay prepared and productive this season. Add items to the list throughout the season, too, for a comprehensive guide that will help increase efficiency for years to come.

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