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A facility manager's guide to protecting your building and budget this season

Summer in Southern New England brings more than just beach weather and barbecues. For anyone managing a commercial space—whether you're overseeing a bustling office in Providence, a medical facility in Hartford, or a retail center in Springfield—those rising temps and sticky humidity levels create a perfect storm of moisture problems.

The result? Mold, mildew, persistent odors, and cleaning challenges that can quickly spiral into costly repairs, employee health complaints, and frustrated tenants. But here's the good news: most of these issues are completely preventable when you know what to look for and how to tackle them early. Jump down toQuick DIY Checks you can do today!

Let's dive into why summer is so tough on commercial buildings in our region, what warning signs to watch for, and most importantly—how to stay ahead of problems before they hit your bottom line.

Spring is here—and with it comes the perfect opportunity to refresh your workspace. If you're a small business owner, facility manager, or property manager in Rhode Island, Connecticut, or Western Massachusetts, now’s the time to schedule a commercial deep cleaning that goes way beyond your usual routine.

A spring deep clean doesn’t just make your space look better—it improves air quality, boosts employee morale, and helps maintain your building's long-term value.

So how do you know if your office or facility is due for a deeper clean?

Let’s be honest—surprise building maintenance issues are the worst. One day the floors are fine, the next there’s a soggy carpet and an HVAC leak in the ceiling.

That’s where predictive maintenance for commercial buildings comes in—and believe it or not, your commercial cleaning team can play a critical role.

As winter fades away, it’s time to focus on refreshing and maintaining your commercial space. Snow, salt, and dirt build up over the colder months, taking a toll on floors and carpets. Spring is the perfect season for a deep cleaning service to restore their appearance and longevity. Here’s what you need to know about strip and wax floors, steam cleaning carpets, and utilizing special commercial cleaning services. 

New England is facing a Quad-demic of respiratory illnesses—COVID-19, influenza, RSV, and norovirus—that’s overwhelming hospitals and disrupting daily life. Hospitals in Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts are feeling the spike, and it’s time for us to step up our game when it comes to keeping our offices and community spaces clean.