5 Tips for Spring Cleanup and Maintenance for Commercial Properties
The snow is melting rapidly and potholes are cropping up across the metro area—it’s early spring in Minneapolis, Minnesota and its time for Maintenance for Commercial Properties. It may not quite be time to put up the ice melt and gas up the lawn mower, but it is time to put together your spring cleaning checklist. Commercial properties require seasonal maintenance just like homes do. Here are five of the items Clarity Commercial will be taking care of for our clients in the next 60 days.
Here are the 5 Maintenance for Commercial Properties
- Patching Up Parking Lot Potholes
The snow is on the way out and leaving massive potholes in its wake. It seems like new craters appear every hour. For commercial property managers, March is the season of cold-patch asphalt and power sweepers. While your parking lot snow mountain may persist through May, March is when you need to fill potholes and sweep your parking lot to remove salt and sand. We partner with reputable asphalt and paving companies to keep our clients’ parking lots clear and safe.
Inspecting Roofs for Damage
Several roof collapses made the news this February after nearly 40 inches fell across the state. All that snow strains the integrity of commercial roofs. If you were lucky enough to avoid a cave-in, it still pays to have your roof inspected now that the snow’s melted. Clarity Commercial hires professional commercial roofing companies to perform roof inspections at the properties we manage. If we uncover damage, we work with our clients to have it repaired to keep tenants safe.
Cleaning Out the Gutters
Gutters on commercial buildings can become blocked with leaves and other debris over the winter. A commercial roofer can inspect your gutters while they’re looking at your roof. Or, you can hire a gutter specialist to give your gutters a thorough cleanout. We have resources for both.
Scheduling Window Cleaning for March
The busy season for window cleaners runs from April through September. We like to stay ahead of the curve and have the windows of our properties cleaned in March, after most of the snow has melted. That way, our buildings look their best while their neighbors are waiting for their spring refresh. Clean windows also let the warm spring sunlight brighten offices and atriums.
Maintaining HVAC Systems
While the heat will be on in most commercial buildings for another month or so, it’s a good time to schedule your HVAC maintenance appointment to clean your ducts and get your air conditioning ready for the warmer months.
Patio weather is right around the corner. Get your commercial property ready for sunny days with a little spring cleaning. Clarity Commercial is here to help. Contact us today for help with regular commercial property maintenance.
What is the maintenance of a commercial building?
The maintenance of a commercial building involves regular upkeep and repairs to ensure its optimal functioning and safety. This includes tasks such as cleaning, HVAC system maintenance, pest control, plumbing and electrical repairs, painting, landscaping, and overall building inspections. Regular maintenance helps to prevent problems, extend the building’s lifespan, and create a pleasant and secure environment for occupants.
What are the duties of building maintenance?
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What is building preventive maintenance?
Building preventive maintenance refers to the scheduled inspection, cleaning, repair, and servicing of various components and systems within a building to prevent potential failures, reduce downtime, and extend the lifespan of the building. It involves regular maintenance tasks such as HVAC system checks, electrical inspections, plumbing repairs, structural assessments, and other preventive measures to ensure the building’s smooth operation and to identify and address potential issues before they become major problems.
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