Beverly Companies began in 1999 with one man and a lawn mower and a desire to help people. Over the past 26 years, they’ve grown into one of Illinois’s largest and highest‑rated full‑service landscaping and snow removal firms.
Beverly Companies offers end‑to‑end grounds care, from spring plantings and hardscape installations to winter snow management, all delivered with the same commitment to reliability and quality that started this business.
What are the main areas of activity of the company?
Within a roughly 30‑mile radius of Chicago, we provide:
- Snow Services: Plowing, shoveling, salting, brine application, and snow relocation.
- Landscaping & Maintenance: Weekly lawn mowing, fertilization, seasonal clean‑ups, and landscape enhancement.
- Hardscapes & Paving: Retaining walls, patios, fire pits, concrete flatwork, and commercial paving.
What’s the news about new products/services?
- Real‑Time GPS Monitoring: We recently installed GPS trackers on every vehicle, enabling live progress updates and enhancing safety on site.
- Electric & Battery‑Powered Equipment: As battery technology matures, we’re trialing electric mowers and blowers to reduce emissions and operating noise.
- AI‑Driven Route Optimization: Our snow routes now leverage AI to plan the most efficient plow paths, cutting fuel use and response times
- Autonomous Machinery: We’re evaluating robotic snowplows and smart irrigation systems to supplement our crews in high‑demand scenarios.
- Eco‑Friendly Deicers: We’re piloting new non‑corrosive deicing formulations such as biopolymer blends to protect concrete and plantings.
What are the ranges of products/services?
Our offerings span from one‑off hardscape installations (e.g., a custom fire pit) to comprehensive, year‑round maintenance and snow removal contracts covering dozens of properties. Whether you need a single patio poured or full‑season snow coverage, we tailor our services and pricing to fit your needs.
What is the state of the market where you are currently active?
Snow removal and turf maintenance remain essential regardless of broader economic swings. However, rising equipment costs and inflation are driving up our operational expenses. This is something we reflect in our pricing. While we understand property managers’ desire for stable budgets, the reality of higher material and labor costs means long‑term contracts are the best way to ensure consistent service quality and consistent pricing.
What can you tell us about market trends?
Facility and property managers are being asked to do more with fewer resources. They’re juggling vendor bids, regulatory compliance, and tenant satisfaction, so the last thing they need is uncertainty around snow‑removal reliability or landscape curb appeal. Our trend is toward bundled, technology enhanced service packages that give managers peace of mind and predictable budgeting.
What are the most innovative products/services marketed?
Among the most forward‑looking services today are:
- Smart Irrigation & Lighting: IoT‑enabled controllers that adjust watering and landscape lighting based on weather and occupancy patterns.
- Autonomous Snow Clearing Vehicles: GPS‑guided plows that can work overnight without operator fatigue.
- Electric Snow Removal Units: High‑torque, battery powered plows unveiled at the 2025 Snow Symposium, promising zero emissions and quieter operation.
- Eco‑Deicing Solutions: Novel starfish skeleton-based deicers that reduce corrosion and environmental impact.
What estimations do you have for the second half of 2025?
Looking ahead to the second half of 2025, we anticipate another busy snow season in Chicagoland. With our expanded fleet, advanced route‑planning tools, and new electric and autonomous equipment in testing, we’re positioned to deliver faster, greener, and more reliable service than ever. Whether it’s a spring planting or a winter storm, Beverly Companies is gearing up for our biggest year yet, continuing our mission of protecting landscapes and livelihoods across Illinois.