5 Tips for Snow Removal this Winter

| | Snow & Ice Management

With fall in full swing, winter will be here before we know it. In Minnesota, that means heavy snow and harsh temperatures. So, what does that mean for your business? If your business doesn’t already have a plan for snow removal, consider hiring Classic Lawnscape for commercial snow plowing in the Twin Cities! However, here are some tips in case you want to consider handling snow removal on your own!

1. Stretch

Before going out to shovel, be sure to stretch. Keeping your muscles warm is imperative as snow shoveling is hard work. The more it snows, the harder the work is – so make sure to stay warm to keep yourself from becoming injured.

Stretching both before and after shoveling can keep you from being too sore the following day as well.

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2. Keep Your Coat On

While you may work up a sweat while shoveling, it’s important to stay warm. Even if it becomes tempting to remove your coat, keeping it on can keep you from injury and becoming sick. Dressing appropriately in the harsh cold is a necessary step of snow removal.

Consider dressing in layers so that you can remove some as you get warm. Just be sure to always keep a main outer layer to keep yourself warm and healthy!

3. Stay Hydrated

As snow shoveling is hard work, staying hydrated is more important than many realize. Shoveling will help you work up a sweat, so your body needs to replenish its water. Take frequent breaks and keep water nearby to avoid becoming too exhausted while shoveling.

4. Push the Snow, Rather than Lift

Snow is heavy, especially when it accumulates like it does in Minnesota. Rather than trying to lift the snow and removing it from the area entirely, simply use your shovel to push the snow out of the way. Trying to lift snow can cause unnecessary back pain and extra soreness over the next few days.

5. Hire Classic Lawnscape for Commercial Snow Plowing

While the tips above are great to keep in mind, if you’ve decided that it sounds like more work than you are ready for – choose to simply hire the experts! As professionals in commercial snow plowing, at Classic Lawnscape, we can easily handle keeping your commercial property plowed and treated for snow all winter long.

Classic Lawnscape is happy to help your business with commercial snow plowing in the Twin Cities area this winter. Call us today at 763-780-7231 or request a free estimate!

Fall is Coming – Have You Prepped Your Sprinkler Systems?

| | Irrigation Management

Summer hasn’t come to an end yet, but fall is quickly approaching! September is already here, and while temperatures may still be warm, it’s time to start preparing for those cooler months. Is your fall preparation list started? Don’t forget to add preparing your sprinkler system to that list!

Due to the cold temperatures, we experience each winter in Minnesota, winterization of your sprinkler system is a must every single year. Any residual water left in the pipes of your sprinkler system can freeze and expand, causing the pipes to break. This will be even more of a headache next spring when you need to prepare them for summer!

The best way to protect sprinkler systems in Coon Rapids is to perform a fall blowout for them every year. Don’t hesitate to get this scheduled, as schedules book up fast and winter will be here before we know it!

What is a fall blowout?

A fall blowout is the process of preparing your sprinkler system for the colder months. It saves you from requiring expensive repairs next spring. There are several steps that should be performed with a fall blowout:

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  • The water source to your sprinkler system should be turned off. This can be done by locating the master shut-off valve to prevent water from accumulating in the pipes of your sprinkler system.
  • The remaining water in the pipes should be drained. This can be done by collecting water into a bucket after opening the hose bib. Collecting the drained water into a bucket prevents the ground from flooding, causing harm to your lawn!
  • Finally, an air compressor should be used to completely dry your sprinkler system. This causes the sprinklers to run for a few minutes while the remaining water is forced out.

After all of that, your sprinkler system is ready to go for winter! Dry pipes won’t break due to the expansive properties of water as it freezes, meaning your sprinkler system will be one step closer to being ready to use next spring!

Why do I need a fall blowout?

Fall blowouts protect your sprinkler system. Sprinkler systems are normally a sizeable investment into your house and landscaping – so you want to make sure you are protecting it from damage! The harsh winters here in Minnesota cause a lot of freeze-thaw cycles, setting your pipes up for long-term and costly damage if not properly dried before the winter months.

Who can I call for a fall blowout?

Classic Lawnscape is happy to help prepare sprinkler systems for fall and winter in Coon Rapids and the surrounding areas. Call us today at 763-780-7231 or request a free estimate!

8 Reasons Why You Should Hire Minneapolis Landscape Management

| | Landscape Management

Now that it’s summer, the outside of your home is as important as ever. Whether you are someone who likes to host friends and family all summer long or you are someone who enjoys some quiet time to yourself outside, landscape management in Minneapolis is a must. There are many benefits to hiring a reliable company for landscape management, so keep reading to learn more!

1. Professional Service

When it comes to landscape management, there are plenty of competitors out there wanting the job – maybe you prefer to do some aspects on your own or maybe the neighbor kid mows lawns over the summer for additional income. However, the best service available is through a professional landscape management company like Classic Lawnscape. When you hire us, you can expect the best quality of work possible.

2. Saves You Time

In today’s world, many are busy and that sometimes means letting some aspects of your home’s maintenance sliding to make time for more important things, like family. Don’t let a lack of time on your end turn your landscape into a mess! A professional landscape management team like ours can help save you time by leaving one less thing on your to-do list.

3. No Material Purchasing

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Another benefit of hiring a landscape management company – you don’t have to buy your own materials or equipment! We take the guesswork out of knowing what you need to have to properly take care of your landscape by bringing our own equipment with us and using your budget to gather necessary materials.

4. Sticks to Budget

Speaking of budget – the best way to stick to your budget is to hire a professional landscape management company. We can discuss your budget with you, and since we know the industry inside and out, we know exactly what we can do with that budget. No need for last minute splurges because an imperative piece of the design was overlooked!

5. Less Mess

Without proper project management, landscape design can look messy and unpredictable. However, professional landscape management companies have the experience to make your landscape dreams come to life in a cohesive manner that will leave others wondering how you did it!

6. Expert Advice

Not only can a professional landscape management team help you create the landscape of your dreams, but we can also make suggestions if you aren’t sure what will work in your space! From recommending plants that will thrive to suggesting a layout to best enhance your space, our professionals can guide you as much or as little as you would prefer.

7. Increased Home Value

If you are considering selling your home soon, you can increase your home’s value with some simple yet elegant landscape designs. Professional landscape management can help boost your home’s value with ease, while you are left with time to focus on other projects.

8. More Peace

Finally, hiring a landscape management professional leaves you with more peace. Leaving the landscaping to the professionals can leave you with peace of mind that the outside of your home will be well maintained and beautiful all year round. But it also increases the peace that you feel while enjoying some fresh air out of your house.

Classic Lawnscape is happy to help you get the landscape of your dreams with our landscape management services in Minneapolis and the surrounding areas. Call us today at 763-780-7231 or request a free estimate!

Now is the Time to Prep Your Lawn Sprinkler System for Summer

| | Irrigation Management

With scorching heat just around the corner, now is the perfect time to prepare your sprinkler system to be as effective as possible this summer. On average in the United States, outdoor water use takes 9 billion gallons per day. That’s a lot of water – especially once you learn that about 50% of that water is wasted due to inefficient sprinkler systems!

That’s why it is so important to perform regular checks on your lawn sprinkler system in Andover and the surrounding Twin Cities area. Classic Lawnscape’s team of professionals will come to you to inspect your sprinkler systems and perform any required maintenance to keep your system running smoothly, and to save water.

We offer weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly system inspections to keep your system running at its most efficient. Weekly inspections consist of one of our technicians checking for plant stress due to over or under watering. Based on our technician’s findings, they will make any required adjustments or repairs!

If weekly inspections are too frequent for you, we can also come on a monthly basis and perform a physical inspection of your system. Once again, based on findings from the inspection, our technician will take care of any adjustments or repairs while they are on site!

Now that you know more about performing regular inspections for your sprinkler system, you may be wondering – is a sprinkler system really worth the extra hassle? The answer is yes!

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Especially over the summer when there’s less rain and higher temperatures, soil can dry out which can kill your grass and plants. Manually watering your grass can waste water, cause health issues for your grass and plants, and can lead to uneven watering – all issues that can be easily negated by using your sprinkler system!

For the healthiest grass with the least amount of water waste, the best time to water your grass is before sunrise. This way the roots can soak up the water before the sun rises and evaporates what hasn’t been absorbed. A sprinkler system can do this on a schedule, automatically, so that you don’t have to worry about waking up before dawn to care for your grass.

The best way to keep your grass thriving throughout the brutal heat of summer is to utilize your lawn sprinkler system and make sure that regular inspections are performed! And the best way to ensure that your lawn sprinkler system in Andover is working as it should is to contact Classic Lawnscape for routine inspections. Call us today at 763-780-7231 or request a free estimate!

Is Your Sprinkler System Ready for Spring?

| | Irrigation Management

It’s starting to feel like winter has finally lifted! Spring is here and soon summer’s scorching heat will be on its way. The grass will soon be getting greener, but before too long, the sun’s heat could take that greenness away. At Classic Lawnscape we are the trusted name in sprinkler systems for Minneapolis and we can work with you to help ensure a better looking, happier landscape all season.

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The first day of spring was March 20 so the clock is ticking! Give us a call so we can discuss with you the many benefits of sprinkler systems and also learn more about what you’re looking for in a lawn sprinkler system. Let’s get that sprinkler system installed before peak growing season. That way, your lawn will be evenly, adequately watered from the get-go. We can custom tailor our services to meet your unique needs, ensuring the look of your lawn is upheld to its high standards. Lawn irrigation systems are the most important assets for keeping your grass green.

Already have a sprinkler system? Then it’s time for your spring startup. A spring startup from Classic Lawnscape will turn your irrigation systems back on and assess them for any issues. During this process, our certified irrigation technician will look for any areas that are in need of immediate attention or repairs including parts of your system that may become problematic in the near future. We will turn on the main water source and get it charged with water and at the same time perform any adjustments to the system’s head heights or spray patterns to allow for optimal plant growth throughout the season.

Here at Classic Lawnscape, we are professionals in the installation, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of sprinkler system brands. Our team can set up a routine with you, so your lawn is looking its best all season long.

Also, monthly or weekly irrigation management inspections consist of a physical system inspection zone by zone. The technician will make any necessary repairs to the system and/or programming changes to the controller as needed.

Give us a call today to get started. Spring and summer are our favorite times of the year; when your landscape is alive and thriving, we are in our prime. To learn more about lawn sprinkler systems in the Minneapolis area, call Classic Lawnscape at 763-780-7231 or contact us for a Free Estimate.