Effects of heat and light on buildings
Summer temperatures continue to climb. Just as the heat takes its toll on people, buildings and structures are impacted by heat as well. Keeping an eye out for effects of sun and heat can help you provide the proper maintenance for your building.
Read MoreThe importance of waterproofing historic buildings
If you’ve ever opened the door to your building and found wet ceilings or water puddled on the floor, you know the panic that can ensue. Especially if your building is historic, where even a small water leak can lead to major repairs.
Read MoreWhat is sandblasting?
For facilities managers and owners of commercial buildings, it’s important to understand the different types of work that may be required to maintain your building. So, in this blog we’re going to discuss sandblasting.
Read MoreChoosing exterior paint for your commercial building
Picking a paint color for your commercial building can seem overwhelming, because you want to make a good impression on your customers and look professional.
Read MoreThree reasons why your masonry cracks
The discovery of a masonry crack on your building or home can be unsettling. Often homeowners begin questioning whether it’s a sign of a bigger problem, such as foundation issues.
Read MoreHow to handle storms and leaky windows
Springtime brings storms and rain, which means it’s common to discover leaky windows.
So, what do you do if you find water pooled around windows after a storm? Here are a few questions to ask to help pinpoint the cause.
Color matching masonry grout
As stated in a previous blog, all brickwork needs maintenance and repair at some point. Whether it’s an issue of receding grout or cracks running through the grout lines, problems involving your brickwork need to be resolved quickly and effectively.
Read MoreSummer checklist for commercial building maintenance
Extreme summer temperatures can create maintenance challenges for commercial structures, but preventative maintenance saves money in the long run. To stay ahead of the wear and tear of high temperatures, use this handy checklist.
Read More5 ways to keep your building structurally sound
The secret to a long-lasting building is regular maintenance. Ignoring small repairs and cleaning leads to expensive problems. Here are a few of the most important maintenance tasks that can keep your building in good condition. Cleaning Over time, any building will collect dirt naturally. The Oklahoma wind drives dirt into the walls of your…
Read More