Resource Type: Blogs

Snow plow at dusk in the loading zone parking lot
June 16, 2026 by Bob Marks

What Facility Managers Need to Know About Commercial Snow Removal

Most snow removal contractors are built to react.  A storm rolls in, crews mobilize, and the plows hit the lot. For a single-tenant retail strip, that model might…

June 16, 2026 by Bob Marks

The Long-Term Impact of Poor Landscape Health on Commercial Sites

Landscape problems rarely announce themselves. A tree that looks a little stressed in April. A low spot in the lawn that stays wet a little too long after…

June 2, 2026 by Bob Marks

How Zero-Downtime Grounds Management Keeps Facilities Fully Operational

It’s early morning on a Tuesday in January. Eight inches of snow fell overnight, and more is coming. Your parking lot is impassable. The loading dock ramp is…

May 29, 2026 by Bob Marks

4 Seasonal Landscaping Risks Facilities Teams Should Anticipate

Landscaping is often viewed through the lens of aesthetics; curb appeal, first impressions, and property appearance. But for facilities teams, landscaping plays a much larger operational role. Outdoor…

June 16, 2023 by Bob Marks

Perennial Maintenance for Commercial Properties

Maintaining a thriving landscape is essential for achieving success in commercial property ownership. Perennials are essential for enhancing the visual appeal of your landscape. By investing in regular…

May 26, 2023 by Bob Marks

Meet Katie: Master of Accounts with a Flair for Detail

The EMI team just got a little more excited with the arrival of our latest and greatest addition, Katie Pufnock. As our new account manager, she has quickly…

April 12, 2023 by Bob Marks

Uline Distribution Center Turf Renovation

Founded over 40 years ago, Uline prides itself on being the leading provider of shipping, packaging, and industrial supplies in the US, Mexico, and Canada. This family-owned business…

March 2, 2023 by Bob Marks

EMI’s Annual Celebration 2022

Our employees are the backbone of our company, and we’re proud to say that we have an excellent team here at EMI. We work hard, support each other…

February 7, 2023 by Bob Marks

Meet Rachel: EMI’s Jill of All Trades

Today, we are shining a light on another one of our amazing team members, Rachel. If you haven’t seen her around, you’ve definitely heard of her! Not only…