Spring Grounds Strategy: The FM Intervention Window You Cannot Miss
Spring is more than a seasonal shift — it is a critical window for facility managers to assess winter damage, plan maintenance and prepare grounds for the year ahead. From turf recovery and drainage checks to tree inspections and pest management, a structured spring programme reduces reactive costs and mitigates risk. The article outlines a practical grounds strategy that treats spring as a proactive intervention point rather than a cosmetic exercise.
FM Radar's 3 takeaways:
- Spring is the optimal window to assess winter damage and set the grounds maintenance plan
- Structured programmes covering drainage, turf, trees and pests reduce reactive spend
- Proactive spring intervention minimises safety risks and costly emergency callouts



