How To Prepare your Grounds For Winter

The winter in the UK can be extremely harsh with winds reaching incredibly high speeds and temperatures often dropping below freezing. We are of course used to these conditions but our land still needs the right care and attention during these months to keep it looking ship shape and healthy. It goes without saying really that winter is the harshest time of year for our plants and vegetation so you should do everything you can to maintain your land's appearance and quality. If you leave your land over the winter then by the time summer comes around it will look a great deal more tired than it did six months ago.

There are a few other reasons why you should look after your land in the winter though. One of the key factors in play during these cold months is safety. Naturally these intense conditions put a great deal of stress on your plants which may lead to branches snapping and trees uprooting. So keeping an eye on your trees and other large vegetation will ensure that your lands are safe all year round.

What’s more, you may find that your paths and walkways become extremely icy which can be incredibly dangerous. Landowners have a responsibility to maintain everything on the land and it's important not to forget about the things which aren't necessarily growing.



Tree surgery

During the winter our trees take a beating and this can be incredibly dangerous. Of course, there's the immediate danger of branches snapping and falling onto buildings and walkways. However, there is also the danger of trees rotting and falling down later in the summer which can take landowners by surprise and cause severe damage. So, caring for your tree during the winter months can safeguard your land for the season and beyond.

Gritting

Ice is often one of the largest dangers during the winter and leaving your paths, roads, and car parks without sufficient grit can cause havoc on your land. If your land is used commercially it may also put off your customers from returning and leave you with fewer profits by the end of the season. So, make sure you hire a professional gritting company to protect your land from ice.

If you’re heading into winter and you need some help to get your land into pristine condition then here at GMCB Ltd we can help. We have many years of experience and can work effectively in all kinds of weather conditions. So, we can make sure that your land remains in brilliant condition all year round. Whether you need some winter gritting on your car park or some last-minute tree surgery be sure to contact us today! Our experienced and friendly staff would be delighted to talk you through the whole process.