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Deferred maintenance is an all-too-common issue facing Facilities Managers. Putting off a renovation or system overhaul in a facility might seem like the easy choice for the inexperienced, but deferred maintenance can wreak havoc on your facility by swelling costs, increasing equipment downtime, and otherwise hindering efficient function. Facilities Managers wrestling with deferred maintenance concerns … Continue reading "What Is Deferred Maintenance?"

This year, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) had planned to release an updated version of its ENERGY STAR® certification program’s scoring system, but put its plans on ice after an outcry from businesses and homeowners. What is ENERGY STAR? The EPA’s ENERGY STAR program rates the energy performance of commercial and institutional buildings … Continue reading "What Are New Energy Star Metrics?"

Your roof is your facility’s first line of defense against extreme weather. When business owners and facility managers trust their roofs without inspecting them, they could end up with big problems including structural deterioration, mold development, or damaged insulation. The solution? Regular, comprehensive roof inspections. When inspecting your facility’s roof, look for the following: Fractured … Continue reading "How to Do a Roof Inspection"

Boilers have been a vital element of building design ever since they were developed. Boiler technology has seen countless changes over the years, leading to more efficient and eco-friendly boiler systems. Some of these innovations include: Fuel flexibility Lower greenhouse gas emissions Higher turndown Longer lifespans More stable burner systems This has led to improved … Continue reading "Modern Advances in Boilers"