Given the COVID-19 shutdown orders, we are getting questions from landscape contractors in the field about what the implications are for our industry. Let’s cut to the chase: construction is an essential industry, and landscaping is a part of that industry.
First and foremost, that means we are open for business, and you may be open for business as well. If so, you can place orders with our branches or using our eCommerce Portal. We can deliver to the job site, or you can choose to do a parking-lot pickup at your local branch.
The Associated General Contractors of America and North America’s Building Trades Unions have issued a statement, which explains that construction is vital and essential to our economy, infrastructure, communication, and services infrastructure. “Construction workers’ unique skills are essential now and in the coming weeks to construct, maintain, and repair critical infrastructure, and to build temporary health facilities and retrofit and expand existing ones. “
Landscapers provide important infrastructures such as irrigation, drainage, and lighting, which are essential for the safety and security of commercial and residential projects and properties.
Landscape contractors can take steps to provide additional safety. Read “Safe Landscaping Practices” to get tips.
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