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Urban Gardening: Sustainable Maintenance for Communities

Published: October 15, 2023 Gardening
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Gardening in common areas of a building

Well-maintained green spaces improve quality of life in communities.

In districts like San Isidro and Magdalena, apartment buildings require not only impeccable interior cleaning but also special care for their exterior green areas. Basic gardening is an essential component of the comprehensive maintenance offered by LimpiezaComún, transforming courtyards, entrances, and common terraces into urban oases.

Beyond Pruning: A Comprehensive Approach

Our service goes beyond occasional lawn mowing. We implement a maintenance plan that includes:

  • Selection of resilient species: Plants and shrubs adapted to Lima's microclimate, requiring less water and being more resistant.
  • Efficient irrigation system: Evaluation and adjustment of existing systems to avoid waste, crucial during times of water scarcity.
  • Natural pest control: Use of ecological methods to protect flora without harming the environment of residents or pets.
  • Maintenance of planters and flower boxes: Periodic cleaning, fertilizing, and renewal to ensure their vitality and aesthetics.

"A well-maintained green space in the community is not a luxury, it's an investment in well-being. It reduces stress, improves air quality, and fosters positive interaction among neighbors."

— Gardening Team, LimpiezaComún

Tangible Benefits for the Homeowners Association

Investment in professional gardening translates into concrete advantages:

  • Increase in property value: The first impression of a building with well-kept green areas is invaluable.
  • Problem prevention: Proper drainage prevents dampness; correct pruning prevents damage from roots or branches.
  • Regulatory compliance: Many municipalities have ordinances regarding the maintenance of facades and visible areas.
  • Usable spaces: A pleasant garden or patio becomes an extension of the building's social life.
Detail of irrigation and plants in a community

At LimpiezaComún we integrate the gardening service with our common area cleaning program. This allows for seamless coordination: the same team that cares for hallways and elevators can take care of keeping the entrance free of leaves or watering plants at agreed times, optimizing costs and logistics for the homeowners association.

Sustainability is key. We promote composting of the building's organic waste (when viable) to create natural fertilizer, closing the cycle in an ecological and educational way for the community.

Maintenance Sustainability Common Areas San Isidro
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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Services

Clear answers to the most common questions about cleaning and maintenance of common areas in your building.

• What common areas are exactly included in the cleaning service?

Our comprehensive service covers deep cleaning of stairs, landings, hallways, lobbies, and elevators. We also take care of cleaning common windows on ground floors, railings, and waste collection points. Each area receives specific treatment to ensure hygiene and shine.

• Do you offer gardening services for small communities in districts like Magdalena?

Yes, we offer a basic gardening plan perfect for residential communities. It includes pruning of hedges and small shrubs, controlled watering, weeding of common green areas, and seasonal maintenance of planters. We adapt the frequency to your building's needs.

• How do you handle elevator cleaning to avoid damaging the finishes?

We use specialized products and techniques for each material (stainless steel, mirrors, laminated wood). Our process removes fingerprints and bacteria without scratching or damaging surfaces. The protocol includes cleaning doors, button panels, interior walls, and floors with non-abrasive products.

• Can you coordinate the cleaning schedule to cause minimal disruption to residents?

Absolutely. We work during hours agreed upon with the homeowners' association, typically in the early morning or during low-traffic periods. Our team is efficient and discreet, prioritizing quick-passage areas to minimize any interruption to the building's daily life.

• What happens if a spill or extraordinary dirt occurs in a common area?

We offer a rapid response service for contingencies. You can contact us at contact.html and we will coordinate a visit to resolve the incident as soon as possible, applying an additional cost only if it is outside the hours agreed upon in the contract.

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