So often, there are areas near or around us that are commonly traveled but never seem to get much attention. But overgrown grass along the access roads that lead to your HOA, hotel, or any other type of commercial property can really set a bad tone.
That’s why there’s been an increased effort among local governments and public improvement associations to invest more into roadside mowing services that will help to beautify the community as a whole.
There are both aesthetic and functional reasons to invest in professional roadside mowing services and economic impact research shows that it can pay off in so many ways.
Why are Roadside Mowing Services Important?
When you think of roadside or highway mowing services, you probably think of a tractor going down the side of the interstate. It seems like something that is just a “necessity” and that will only get the bare minimum of effort from the public entity responsible for maintaining the spaces.
But we know there is a lot more to it than that. There are good reasons to pay a lot more attention to detail in these areas than most people might initially think.
For one, there are a lot of roadsides and highways that connect to your community and contribute to the overall “feel” of the area. People who live in these places drive these roads year-round and also deserve have a sense of pride associated with the roads and highways within their town or city at large.
They want these areas to be well-cared for, and will tell their local administrators that the condition of their roadsides matter to them.
That’s why we have found that roadside mowing is part of a larger effort to improve the image of the city, town, or community—and with more people spending time outside, it’s become increasingly important.
When the areas entering and around your commercial property are also well-cared for, it will increase property value, too. Along with the impact on commercial properties, the homes in local HOA communities are more valuable and businesses become more desirable to visitors.
There is no denying that the roads and areas in and around your community are important.
More than Mowing
Of course, grass cutting is really just one aspect of beautification.
Regularly mowed grass (as opposed to an overgrown mess) is important. But, we’re also finding an increased interest in larger beautification projects, like installing walking paths, installing flowering trees and shrubs, and increasing frequencies of service and detail pruning.
We’re also seeing some of these roadsides adding trees and shrubs in what had previously been open turf or concrete medians. This can also be a safety measure to help with nighttime driving by dividing the highway and making a clearer delineation of the direction of traffic.
But, it’s also another opportunity for beautification.
These median areas can incorporate plant beds with trees, shrubs, or flowers. They might even include native grasses. And of course, now those median areas will also need ongoing maintenance to continue to look and perform their best.
All of these elements can be part of a big-picture effort to beautify a town or city as a whole.
Safety is Important for Roadside Mowing Services
While beautification is the main reason why more people are considering roadside mowing services, safety is important, too.
When you clean up the areas around your property, you now make them more usable for residents, guests, and tenants. Functionality is so important. As more people have an increased desire to spend time outside, they’re attracted to spaces that have accessibility to these green areas.
There’s also safety involved in line of sight. Tall grasses or unpruned trees or shrubs can block signage or grow onto the roadside causing all sorts of hazards. 
Not to mention that some of these areas may be where utilities are located and need to be accessible to be serviced. Even if space near or around a property is not regularly used by residents, tenants, or guests, it might still need to be accessed safely.
Finally, safety is also a consideration for the service itself. If you’re hiring a landscape professional to perform highway mowing services, you want to know that they’re going to be taking all of the necessary safety precautions. After all, they’re going to be working around motorists and their work cannot create safety risks.
That’s why you need to hire a landscape contractor who prioritizes safety.
This includes best practices like marking out parked vehicles with safety cones, pulling as far from the roadside as possible, and wearing safety vests and appropriate personal protective equipment. It might sound obvious, but when performing this kind of work, there’s no room for error.
Getting the Most Out of Roadside Mowing Services
While it may sound like a simple enough service, you still want to know that you have a thoughtful landscaping company handling it for you. If they can offer additional beautification services like plant installations and pruning, then you can get even more value out of your efforts to improve your community.
Of course, you also want to know that you’ve hired a company that takes safety seriously. As previously mentioned, the work that landscapers are performing on roadsides can impact motorists’ safety, and they need to take all possible precautions. 
They should also be thinking about how they can make improvements that will make traversing these roadsides even safer. That means cutting back plant material that might be blocking signage and keeping everything tidy and trim. Accessibility is a huge issue to help assure the safety of the community as a whole.
Making a Wise Choice
By making a wise choice in commercial landscaping providers for roadside mowing services, you can feel confident that you’ll get the most possible value out of your investment in roadside mowing services.
That includes thinking about both safety and beautification—and how these efforts can improve the community at large.
At Yellowstone Landscape, it is our goal to be true partners with the communities and properties that we work with. As a result, we want you to know that you can count on us every step of the way.
Are you thinking about roadside mowing services? Request a consultation today. We’ll meet to learn more about your needs and come up with a comprehensive plan to take care of all of the details for you.
