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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
Winter maintenance budgeting gets slipperier

Winter maintenance budgeting gets slipperier

A threatened 50 per cent tariff on Canadian road salt imported into the United States is creating winter maintenance budgeting uncertainties on both sides of the international border.
groundskeeping

Groundskeeping during local water bans

With the rising number of wildfires and persistent climate change, many municipalities have imposed water restrictions to try and conserve water through a period of
lawn

Summer lawn care tips for maintenance managers

With summer season in full swing, it’s important for maintenance managers to maximize efficiency and safety when focusing on lawn care and groundskeeping. From conducting
painting

Exterior painting tips for maintenance managers

Exterior maintenance often includes painting to help increase curb appeal, reinforce your brand, and stay on top of on-going building maintenance. This time of year
climate

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
EV

Installing EV charging stations on your property

If part of your mandate as a maintenance manager is to work towards your company’s ESG goals, you may be considering adding EV chargers on
weather

Preparing your commercial property for summer’s extreme weather

Summer brings everything from heat to rain to storms, and more. Maintenance managers should be planning for these weather events to help avoid property damage,
preventative

Moving your maintenance from a preventative to a predictive approach

Taking a preventative approach to maintenance can help managers stay on top of budgets, avoid any expensive surprises, and lengthen the lifespan of their equipment,
pest management

Spring and summer pest management for your building

Maintenance managers have so many responsibilities throughout the spring and summer and pest management can become a time consuming and costly issue if not addressed
landscaping

Adding proactive landscaping to your spring maintenance plan

Landscaping is a part of outdoor maintenance that requires planning ahead. Assessing your needs, budgeting for any changes, and creating a schedule that makes sense
accidents

Reducing the risk of spring slip and fall accidents on your property

Spring has sprung, and that means that rain is in the forecast. With the added precipitation and wetter conditions, comes a greater chance of accumulation
roof

A spring roof checklist for maintenance managers

Spring and early summer mean melted snow and increased precipitation, two conditions that can result in roof leaks, interior damage, and work stoppage – if
water

How can facility managers address rising water bills?

The cost of water continues to rise, and many facility managers are looking for ways to improve efficiency and stick to their budgets. From leveraging
mower

Lengthening the life span of your mower

Spring has arrived and the need for seasonal outdoor maintenance is approaching. While lawns do not sprout up overnight, your mower is a piece of
safety injury

Ladder safety for spring maintenance

March is ladder safety month, and it is the perfect time to assess your ladder practices to ensure maximum safety for your teams. In the
HVAC

This year’s top HVAC trends

An efficient, reliable HVAC system can help building and maintenance managers control costs, increase operational efficiency, and provide an enjoyable atmosphere for staff, occupants, and