How to maintain a concrete parking garage

Parking garages are a unique type of structure with their own maintenance concerns that other buildings don’t have to consider. Here’s what you need to know about maintaining a concrete parking garage.

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Types of concrete cracks and what they mean

Concrete is one of the world’s most common building materials for a reason: it’s comparatively cheap, very strong, and highly durable. But chances are you’re going to wind up dealing with a crack in the concrete at some point in your building’s lifespan. And you’ll need to know what you’re looking at.

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What causes leaks in buildings?

Buildings are constantly under attack from the elements. Whether visible or invisible, leaks have the potential to let those elements in. Unfixed leaks can wreak havoc on any structure, but the easiest way to stop them is to understand how they start.

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How do I find out where a leak is coming from?

It’s a sound that strikes fear in any building manager’s heart. The mysterious puddle or dripping ceiling tile is a sign of bad things to come unless it’s taken care of immediately. And that involves tracing it back to the source.

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Dos and don’ts of exterior painting

If you want to keep your commercial building’s outdoor surfaces in good condition, you have to make sure you paint them—regularly. But painting isn’t as simple as “dip roller in paint can and apply paint.” You need to know the dos and don’ts.

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