Is your landscaping contract working against you?
Hidden escalators, weak insurance clauses, and auto-renewal traps cost property managers thousands. Answer 10 quick questions to reveal the red flags in your current agreement.
1. Does the contract itemize every service and its frequency (e.g., mowing weekly, fertilization 6x/year)?
2. Is there an automatic annual price increase (escalator) written into the contract?
3. Does cancellation require more than 30 days written notice?
4. Does the contract auto-renew for a full year unless you cancel within a narrow window?
5. Is a current certificate of insurance provided, naming your entity as additional insured?
6. Are response times or issue-resolution commitments defined in writing?
7. Are seasonal services (mulch, color rotations, storm cleanup) clearly included — not buried as vague extras?
8. Do you receive documented service reporting or verifiable proof of each visit?
9. Is a single named account manager or point of contact assigned to your property?
10. Does the contract avoid vague terms like “as needed” or “reasonable” without definitions?
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This auditor is an educational tool, not legal advice. It highlights common contract risks to discuss with your own legal and procurement advisors before making decisions.