Building Envelope
End-of-summer property maintenance checklist
As the summer begins to wind down, maintenance managers should be thinking about preparing their property for the changing seasons and cooler weather. From safely
Shifting from seasonal maintenance to climate risk management
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued an El Niño Advisory, warning of a 63 per cent chance that intensifying tropical Pacific conditions
Preparing for spring building maintenance in the winter
Even though we are in the middle of winter, spring will be here before we know it, and maintenance managers know that a proactive approach
Winter storms and extreme weather are fueling heightened property concerns across Canada
As winter continues, the Farmers’ Almanac forecasted a classic Canadian winter for 2025–2026, featuring deep freezes, frequent snow, and powerful storms, along with occasional mild
Detecting and addressing moisture in your building
Moisture can wreak havoc on a building, from the roof to the walls to the air quality, so keeping your building dry is an important
Is your HVAC system ready for winter?
As cold temperatures continue, it’s a great time for maintenance and facility managers to ensure your building is conditioned for optimal performance through the rest
Keeping the heat in your building once temperatures drop
As winter rapidly approaches, many maintenance managers are busy winterizing their buildings to keep the heat in and the cold out. Not only will this
The consequences of deferred cleaning and maintenance
Taking a proactive approach to cleaning and maintenance is a crucial part of running a successful business. In today’s uncertain economy, building owners and facility
From clean to exceptional: a checklist for peak season success
As summer continues, public spaces across Canada expect a seasonal surge in visitors, with many sites seeing record-high interest from tourists. Banff National Park saw
Protect your building envelope with regular maintenance
Prioritizing your building envelope as part of your spring maintenance plan means minimizing costly surprises, improving your carbon footprint, and increasing operational efficiency. What does
HVAC maintenance and IAQ
Improving the indoor air quality (IAQ) in your building is important for companies looking to minimize common indoor pollutants and mitigate the risk of health
Preparing your property for wildfires
As summer approaches and temperatures rise, many facility and maintenance managers are looking for a strategy to try and protect their properties from this season’s
Common spring maintenance challenges
Spring has arrived, and it typically brings dampness and dirt, making maintaining commercial facilities more of a challenge. The unpredictability of the weather, increased precipitation,
Avoiding spring flooding: top tips for maintenance managers
Spring cleaning isn’t just for closets; maintenance managers need to assess potential issues at the beginning of the season to avoid flooding causing unexpected costs,
The importance of managing the humidity in your building
Maintaining building humidity levels is vital to the performance of your building, but it is often overlooked as part of a comprehensive maintenance plan. Experts
Winter’s freeze-thaw cycling can damage your building
Maintenance managers deal with a variety of issues throughout the winter season as temperatures rise and fall, including the freeze-thaw cycle, potentially causing complications for
Prepare for winter with your fall maintenance checklist
We’re still enjoying summer, but fall is around the corner, and that means being prepared for the winter weather that’s coming. Maintenance managers know that
