Maintenance
The evolution of technology in commercial cleaning
We have all seen the headlines about how technology will change the cleaning industry. Customers have likely seen them too, and perhaps it is prompting
Keeping your tile and grout clean this spring
Spring can be a messy season, and keeping your tile floors clean and your grout in good shape can certainly be a challenge for maintenance
Sustainability in the city
As people all over the world strive to lower their carbon footprints and move closer towards an eco-friendly life, the City of Waterloo is a
Tips for effective pressure washing
Pressure washing can be a maintenance manager’s best friend, from cleaning out garbage cans to getting rid of graffiti to removing persistent dirt and grime
FCM’s Spring 2023 issue is out now!
What does facility cleaning and maintenance look like in spring 2023? We’ve written a lot over the last few years about sanitation, hygiene, and health
Is your parking lot a priority this spring?
As a maintenance manager, you know how important it is to keep your parking lot in top condition. Not only is it the first stop
Recruiting the next generation in facility and maintenance management
Like many other industries, facility management will see a significant shift as baby boomers head towards retirement. In fact, experts predict that when this happens,
Spring cleaning your floors
After the snow and salt damage your floors endured through the winter, spring often brings a rainy, dirty mess to try and keep clean all
Taking steps to prevent and address vandalism
For maintenance managers, part of outdoor maintenance involves taking care of the grounds and making sure your building remains in its best possible condition. This
Replacing your HVAC system
Heating and cooling are a big part of facility management, so when it comes time to replace your HVAC system, you need all the information
Adding lawn care to your outdoor maintenance plan
Typically, lawn care officially starts in Canada when we’re sure that there’s no more snow coming, so while that may not always happen in April,
Why flooding season matters for facility maintenance managers
Canada is no stranger to flooding and extreme weather. Even though it’s officially spring, a recent Colorado low system brought a messy week to much
Cleaning up your warehouse
As the seasons change, spring cleaning your warehouse just makes sense to boost safety and increase efficiency. Just like at home, the process basically involves
Staying safe on a step ladder
As the weather warms up and you start to conduct your annual spring building maintenance, focusing your attention on ladder safety is important. Reaching high
Top tips for spring building maintenance
Winter has officially ended, and it’s time to embrace spring building maintenance, taking the necessary steps to protect your building and your business in preparation
Why curb appeal matters (and how to create it)
Does your building have curb appeal? According to the experts, first impressions are made within the first seven seconds, so you don’t have much time
Three types of facility audits
Even with a quality control program in place, facility audits are a smart move to address any ongoing issues and prevent surprise expenses for facility






















