What Should a Garden Maintenance Contract Cover & Who Approves It?

Yes. Thai Life can provide property management that covers garden and pool care, but the terms should be captured in a written management agreement. What to include: - Scope of work: exactly which elements are maintained (lawn, tropical planting, pond, pool, irrigation, lighting, pruning). - Frequency and scheduling: how often services occur and what happens if you’re away. - Fees and payment: total charges, setup fees, seasonal charges, and who pays for replacements. - Equipment responsibility: who handles repairs to pumps, filters, irrigation controllers. - Guest support during rentals: who handles on-site issues, response times, and after-hours calls. - Term, renewal and termination: length of the arrangement, notice periods, and exit options. - Exclusions and limitations: items not covered, extra costs, and what happens with major problems. - Compliance and documentation: insurance, safety, and any licensing implications for holiday rental. Ask specifically whether pond filtration, drainage and safety features are included and how changes are approved in writing. Also confirm whether services can be scheduled around occupancy and how access is managed for contractors. Having this in writing helps avoid surprises and sets expectations for both sides.