The building envelope has one primary job: keeping bad weather outside. There is a wide range of options available for waterproofing all aspects of the building envelope, from roofs to basements. Here are some of them.
After they've been used and maintained, be sure to then store your vacuum cleaners and floor machines properly.
Routine cleaning measures can significantly reduce overall facility costs.
Making the decision to outsource janitorial services should not be undertaken without giving careful attention to the pros and cons. If you're considering this step, here is some advice.
Dealing with deferred maintenance in our schools.
More than 50 percent of respondents to a recent CP&M survey indicated that the deferred maintenance backlog on their campus is critical — and getting worse. Here’s a look at one institution that is treading water with its deferred maintenance backlog and another that is beginning to make headway.
Creating a playbook for greener cleaning.
Do your research to ensure that your custodial staff has the right equipment to efficiently do their jobs.
We must avoid the snowball effect of bending the rules in our daily operations.
Pollinating bees on school grounds pose little threat but can be intimidating.
Words of wisdom and advice to smooth out the facilities manager's day.
Bringing a shuttered school back to life has it's unique challenges.
Keeping unwanted residents off your campus is an integral part of maintaining healthy and safe college facilities.