Regular Inspections for Building Maintenance

By on August 25, 2021   /   Building Engineer, Building Maintenance  
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Regular Inspections for Building Maintenance

You wouldn’t drive your car without regular maintenance inspections like checking and changing the oil, air filter, and belts. So, to maintain efficiency, building systems may have to run constantly. And, the only way to keep them running at their best is to do regular inspections and maintenance service checkups. The Importance of Regular Inspections Performing regular maintenance inspections can identify minor problems before they turn into significant and costly issues. Also, inspections can minimize equipment downtime and ensure systems and machines are working properly. Hospitals, nursing homes, and apartment complexes are just a few of the buildings that we

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Impact of COVID-19 – Our “Next Normal”

By on August 20, 2021   /   Building Engineer, Building Maintenance  
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Impact of COVID-19 - Our “Next Normal”

The Impact of COVID-19 on Commercial Real Estate There’s no denying a change in the landscape of how we do business after the impact of COVID-19. The pandemic’s effects on commercial space and commercial real estate overall leave many wondering what’s next and how to proceed from here. During shutdowns and lockdowns, we experienced a constriction in demand for building engineers. Now, with the subsequent reopening of businesses everywhere, building engineers are in critically short supply. Commercial Office Space and the Impact of COVID-19 When the lockdown began, so did the mass exodus from office space to remote working from

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Energy Star Certification for Your Building

By on August 20, 2021   /   Building Engineer, Building Maintenance  
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Energy Star Certification for Your Building

Energy Star Certification has been around for a while… I know you’ve seen the labels on your washing machine and refrigerator. But do you realize that your building can receive an Energy Star certification as well? When a building becomes Energy Star certified, it has an Energy Star score of 75 or better. The EPA Energy Star scale goes from 1-100, with 100 being the best. A score of 75 means that your building is protecting the environment and saving energy better than 75 percent of similar buildings in the U.S. This certification is awarded yearly, so your building must

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The Commercial Real Estate Shakeup of 2020

By on December 29, 2020   /   Building Maintenance  
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The Commercial Real Estate Shakeup of 2020

While some industries have fared well during the pandemic, the commercial real estate industry has struggled. Between rent freezes, shutdowns, and capacity restrictions, landlords and property owners have had to make some hard decisions. For many real estate investors and property management companies, that means having to make sacrifices.  Cutting work crews and putting off projects are common survival tactics. However, buildings still need to be maintained whether rent checks are coming in or not. What’s a property owner or management company to do if they’re no longer able to support their full staff due to pandemic realities? If you’re

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Pro Tips – Commercial Real Estate Investors

By on December 6, 2020   /   Building Maintenance  
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Pro Tips - Commercial Real Estate Investors

When you invest in your first commercial property, you may find your task list overwhelming. As Commerical Real Estate Investors, you’ll enjoy the income potential, steady cash flow, and low vacancy rates, but where can you turn for help? When you need help managing and maintaining your property, turn to the experts for the help you need. Here’s what you’ll need to consider. Building Management for Commercial Real Estate Investors As an investor in commercial real estate property, there will be plenty to do. You’ll need to focus on big-picture priorities. Partner with a specialist company who can take care

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