ALM Commercial Landscaping

What ALM Commercial Landscaping does

ALM Commercial Landscaping is a privately held, full-service commercial grounds maintenance and landscape services provider headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, operating continuously since 1993 under original founder/owner Matt Jayne. The company delivers recurring landscape maintenance, landscape installation, irrigation, hardscape, tree and shrub care, seasonal flower design, plant health care, and landscape lighting services to commercial property managers, healthcare facilities, hospitality venues, retail centers, educational institutions, industrial properties, government/municipal clients, and HOA/multi-family communities across Alabama from four branch locations in Huntsville, Birmingham, Decatur, and Montgomery. Field operations are supported by 20 maintenance crews and 60+ trucks, with E-verified and background-checked staff including horticulturalists, irrigation specialists, certified arborists, and two in-house Landscape Architects, plus an Alabama General Contractor license enabling Design/Build construction services.

The company's revenue model is a mix of recurring multi-year commercial maintenance contracts (the foundational revenue stream) and one-time project-based revenue from landscape installation, hardscape, and Design/Build construction engagements delivered to general contractors, developers, and property owners. ALM acquired Owens Landscape Construction as a wholly-owned subsidiary to deepen its construction vertical. The go-to-market is sales-led and relationship-driven, with dedicated account managers and business development managers at each branch conducting site walks, customized proposals, and 'smart budgeting' discussions. Marketing is concentrated on the company website, an active blog with Alabama-specific seasonal landscaping content, customer testimonials, and industry awards (120+ Beautification Awards per growing season, NALP Awards of Excellence, A+ BBB rating). Pricing is quote-based, customized per property, and not publicly disclosed. The technology stack is traditional (commercial landscaping equipment, irrigation, lighting), with limited digital tooling limited to a website estimate form and a third-party payment portal (Titanium Flex) across all four branches.

Name

ALM Commercial Landscaping

Legal name

ALM

Website

https://almlandscapes.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ALM Commercial Landscaping is a privately held, full-service commercial grounds maintenance and landscape services provider operating from four Alabama branches (Huntsville, Birmingham, Decatur, Montgomery) since 1993, serving property managers, healthcare, hospitality, retail, education, government, and HOA clients with recurring maintenance and Design/Build installation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Landscaping Services

NAICS

Landscaping Services (56173), Landscape Architectural Services (54132)

SIC

Agricultural Services (700)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial Landscaping & Grounds Maintenance (BPABADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Seasonal Color, Planting & Horticultural Services (BPABADAL), Landscape Construction Project Management & General Contracting (HSAIABAK)

Keywords

• Commercial landscaping services
• Grounds maintenance
• Landscape installation
• Irrigation services
• Hardscape design

Headquarters

HQ city

Huntsville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Recurring Grounds Maintenance Contracts: Long-term commercial maintenance contracts providing recurring revenue through scheduled landscape care including mowing, pruning, fertilization, irrigation maintenance, weed control, and seasonal color rotations. Contracts are customized per property based on scope and frequency.
2. Landscape Installation & Construction Projects: One-time project-based revenue from landscape construction, hardscape installation, irrigation system installation, tree planting, and sod installation for new commercial construction sites and renovation projects. Revenue derived from Design/Build collaborations with General Contractors, Landscape Architects, developers, and property owners.
3. Residential & HOA Maintenance Services: Maintenance services for HOA communities and multi-family residential properties, complementing core commercial operations. The company notes they are not actively pursuing single-family residential maintenance contracts, focusing instead on HOA and multifamily accounts.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

ALM Commercial Landscaping is a full-service commercial grounds maintenance and landscape installation company serving commercial properties across Alabama from four branch locations. The company provides recurring landscape maintenance contracts (mowing, pruning, fertilization, irrigation, weed control, seasonal color), one-time landscape construction and Design/Build projects, hardscape installation, landscape lighting, tree and shrub care, and plant health care. Customers include commercial property managers, HOAs, healthcare facilities, government entities, retail centers, hospitality venues, and industrial facilities.

Product overview

ALM Commercial Landscaping is a full-service grounds maintenance company offering a comprehensive portfolio of landscaping services across Alabama. The company operates as a unified service platform with multiple core offerings: Commercial Maintenance serves as the foundational service providing turf care and grounds management; Landscape Installation handles large-scale construction for new developments; Landscape Enhancements delivers customized improvements including floriculture and irrigation upgrades; and supporting services include Seasonal Flower Design (floriculture displays), Tree & Shrub Care, Hardscape Design, Irrigation Installation & Maintenance, Landscape Lighting, and Plant Health Care. Secondary services extend to Residential Maintenance and HOA maintenance. The company maintains multiple Alabama locations (Huntsville, Birmingham, Montgomery, Decatur) and employs 20 maintenance crews with over 60 trucks, positioning itself as a single-vendor solution for commercial properties with multi-location footprints across the state.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Maintenance
• Landscape Enhancements Customized landscape improvement services including floriculture, irrigation upgrades, plant replacement, property upgrades, and hardscapes for commercial property owners seeking to elevate curb appeal.
• Landscape Installation Large-scale landscape construction and installation services for new commercial construction sites and residential developments, including sod installation, tree planting, irrigation systems, hardscapes, and site furnishings.
• Seasonal Flower Design Floriculture services creating seasonal flower displays including flower beds, container gardens, and hanging baskets with regular maintenance and seasonal changeovers for commercial properties.
• Plant Health Care Lawn and weed control services utilizing advanced techniques and premium products for weed-free lawns and enhanced property aesthetics on commercial grounds.
• Tree and Shrub Care Comprehensive tree and shrub care including winter spray, fertilization, insect and disease control, and fall protection for year-round landscape health on commercial properties.
• Hardscape Design Hardscape construction services creating outdoor features such as patios, walkways, retaining walls, and fire pits to enhance commercial property aesthetics and functionality.
• Irrigation Installation and Maintenance Commercial irrigation system services including installations, inspections, start-ups, shut-downs, audits, and smart irrigation technology recommendations.
• Landscape Lighting Expert landscape lighting services for architectural features, pathways, walkways, and focal points, prioritizing safety and security with tailored designs for commercial properties.
• Residential Maintenance Full-service residential landscape maintenance including grass cutting, seasonal plant rotation, and landscape redesign services for residential customers.
• Home Owners Maintenance Landscape maintenance and renovation services for homeowners associations (HOAs) expecting professional property care across community common areas.

Quantifiable outcome

• 120+ Beautification Awards each growing season
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerALM is a member of the National Association of Landscape Professionals and participates in the NALP Awards of Excellence program. NALP membership enhances relationships with local businesses, keeps ALM informed of the latest industry standards and practices, and provides insight into trends and developments affecting landscape care. ALM commits to supporting local and national landscaping organizations in all markets.
• General ContractorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerALM partners directly with General Contractors on landscape installation and construction projects. The company holds an Alabama General Contractor license and positions itself as a reliable subcontractor partner. ALM collaborates with GCs on Design/Build projects, bringing two Landscape Architects on staff to the partnership.
• Landscape ArchitectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerALM works with Landscape Architects on commercial installation projects, collaborating on design and execution of landscape projects. The company has two Landscape Architects on staff, enabling them to participate in Design/Build projects as an active design partner.
• Developers and Property OwnersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerALM partners with developers and property owners for new commercial construction landscape installations, tailoring project plans to meet specific property requirements and design visions.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• King Landscape: Regional commercial landscaping company operating in the Southeast U.S. with similar service offerings and customer mix. Comparable regional peer competing in overlapping service areas.

Direct peers

• Mainscape: National commercial landscape services company providing grounds maintenance, design/build, and water management to property managers and developers. Comparable business model targeting the same enterprise customer segments as ALM.
• Ruppert Landscape: Privately held commercial landscape services firm serving the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast with maintenance, construction, and enhancement services. Comparable full-service offering with a similar multi-branch regional operating model.
• Juniper Landscape Services: Regional commercial landscape services provider offering full-service grounds management, irrigation, and landscape enhancement. Directly comparable mid-sized peer with similar commercial customer mix and operational scale.
• Yellowstone Landscape: Major commercial landscaping company serving the Southeast and broader U.S. with commercial maintenance, landscape installation, and irrigation services. Closely comparable to ALM in service mix, multi-region branch model, and commercial customer base.
• BrightView Landscapes: Largest U.S. commercial landscaping services provider, offering grounds maintenance, landscape design/build, and snow removal to enterprise and municipal clients nationwide. Directly comparable to ALM in service portfolio and enterprise customer focus, but operating at vastly greater national scale.

Broad incumbents

• US Lawns: Franchise-based commercial landscape management company serving multi-site commercial properties across the U.S. Comparable in targeting enterprise customers needing consistent service across multiple locations.
• Asplundh Tree Expert: Large diversified vegetation management and commercial landscape services company. Overlaps with ALM in tree/shrub care and grounds management but operates across utility line clearance and broader vegetation services.
• Bartlett Tree Experts: Major tree and shrub care company with commercial and residential services nationwide. Comparable in arboriculture expertise and plant health care services; overlaps with ALM's tree & shrub care offering but with a different mix weighted toward residential.
• Davey Tree Expert Company: Established national provider of tree care, environmental consulting, and commercial landscape services. Overlaps with ALM in tree/shrub care, plant health care, and commercial grounds management, but operates more broadly across utility, residential, and environmental segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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