Maintenance
Paying attention to the use and disposal of lithium batteries
Lithium batteries are widely used, but many businesses remain uninformed about the proper use, risks, and disposal. From phones and laptops to power tools and energy
Maintaining your building’s roofline before winter comes
Seasonal building maintenance helps managers stay focused on a proactive approach to the exterior of the building, helping to protect its integrity as the seasons
Smart fire protection systems for your facility
Fire safety is paramount for maintenance and facility managers, as they manage all building operations from construction to disaster relief, and everything in between. As
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
Tips for new maintenance managers
Maintenance managers face new challenges every day, from addressing facility issues to building budgets to departmental operations, and beyond. Feeling the pressure of being pulled
Recognizing your maintenance and cleaning staff for their hard work
How frequently are you celebrating your staff, valuing their hard work, and motivating them to stay inspired and driven? Maintenance and cleaning staff are often
Following a pre-fall cleaning and maintenance checklist
This time of year, many companies are preparing for the fall season, and there are several cleaning and maintenance tasks that can help get the
How paint can improve productivity
Maintaining the inside and outside of the building is an all-encompassing job for maintenance managers, often with the added pressure of lowering costs and increasing
Climate change and maintenance management
Climate change is affecting many facets of facility management, including maintenance, as weather patterns continue to shift and change. From increased flooding to forest fires,
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
Smart irrigation can improve grounds keeping
As the heat of summer continues, dry spells can result in the need for irrigation as part of your maintenance to keep your grounds healthy
Reducing your building’s energy use
Sustainability and ESG are on the minds of so many business owners and maintenance managers, and energy use is a major part of the equation.
Using smart technology to improve waste management
As is the case in many industries, technology has emerged to simplify and enhance the efficiency of waste management. While sorting, organizing, and developing specific
Protecting outdoor workers from the summer heat
Summer weather is here, and that means hot conditions for many outdoor maintenance workers. As technology continues to evolve, so do the tools that outdoor
Outdoor workers may be at risk for hearing loss
Seasonal property maintenance includes various tasks that take place outdoors, and many of which include loud machinery. Protecting your teams means investing in the PPE
How facility needs are changing the cleaning and maintenance industry
The spaces we service are changing, and if you run a small to mid-sized cleaning or maintenance business, you’ve likely already felt the shift. Traditional office
Common plumbing emergencies and how to respond
Cleaning companies and maintenance managers often have to deal with emergency on-site situations, and knowing what to do to act fast can save customers and






















