If you are a property manager or building owner, you know the importance of proper building maintenance. A properly maintained building sets the standard for how visitors feel about your brand or service. If your space is spotlessly clean, it will leave a good impression on visitors, and if it is dirty and unkempt, visitors might view your company in a negative light which could cause you to lose business or clients.
One of the top concerns of a building manager should be the safety of your property and your tenants. Is your building up to code? Has it been recently inspected? A building manager needs to be sure that they are meeting all the requirements in the province that they are located in, since codes and laws vary by city and province. Make sure that you or your building manager is familiar with the Ontario Building Code Act and the Building Code. Municipalities are required to enforce these two laws and will issue building permits and conduct inspections if necessary.
For buildings that are well-established and up to code, building managers need to focus on the appearance of the building. The appearance of a building can help or hurt you and there are lots of easy things you can do to help manage your reputation.
Is your space modern and updated?
If not, consider investing money in upgrading your space to make it more modern and appealing to visitors and potential clients. This investment will help you in the long run and more clients mean that you’ll recoup the money spent on upgrades.
Is your space clean and tidy?
This aspect is one of the easiest things to manage since it is directly in your control and something that you can work on right now. As professional cleaning experts located in the GTA, we’ve seen our fair share of buildings that haven’t been well-maintained. We know that staying on top of building maintenance and cleaning is important and benefits a building in the long run.
We recommend doing the following basic things regularly to help you maintain your property for longer by keeping it in good condition.
Floor washing, stripping, waxing and buffing
Window washing, glass cleaning and wall washing
Cleaning and disinfecting high-traffic areas like bathrooms, lobbies and hallways
The above services that we recommend are a good starting point for buildings that have never been serviced and shouldn’t ever be sacrificed. For buildings that are already being cleaned in the above areas, our advice is to continue on a regular cleaning schedule and extend your cleaning services to carpeted areas or spots with upholstery. Properly maintaining your building will extend its life and save you money in the long run.
If you have any questions or would like more information about our services, please contact Canadian Carpet Cleaning today for a free, no obligation quote.