In spite of the shocking figures, you just can’t imagine it ever happening to you. This past Fourth of July gave us all pause. More than 60 people here in Chicago were victims of gun violence in just one night of celebrations across the city. How do you handle the aftermath of this kind of […]
It’s hard to believe, but there was a time when hiring commercial cleaning services could turn into a big job on its own. Today, you simply visit a company’s website to find out what they offer. You can also take a look at dozens of other cleaning businesses that provide the same services. How do […]
Chicago summers always deliver the heat, so you count on your air conditioner to keep things cool. You don’t want it to send utility bills through the roof, and you don’t want it to break down when temperatures sizzle. Just like the car, your air conditioning system needs an inspection and tune-up every year. An […]
You never consider an investment without understanding what you’re getting into. You take pride in gathering as much information as possible before making big decisions. When you’re looking for cleaning services for your commercial property, those same smart strategies apply. As Chicago’s leading commercial cleaning services company, we know that potential clients want to cover […]
Its size and tenant population make your high-rise building a challenge to manage on a daily basis. Whether it houses residential, retail or office space, you constantly deal with routine maintenance, cleaning and repairs. Even when things run smoothly, your position as property owner or manager keeps you busy. Coping with water damage in your […]
This winter has been a little warmer than we’re used to, but February means that we’re only halfway through the chilly season. You never know when temperatures are going to plummet, so it’s important to make sure that the pipes in your home’s fire sprinkler system are ready for freezing weather. Getting caught off guard […]
If you only count dollars, the damage tops hundreds of millions every year. Add to that the loss of time, business and potential customers or tenants. When a winter freeze causes a burst water pipe on property that you’re responsible for, the results can be overwhelming. Even the best commercial building maintenance routines can’t always […]
When you own or manage a high-rise property, you take special note of headlines about tall building fires. Breaking news about November’s John Hancock Center fire was especially concerning. Much like the anxiety caused by 9/11 and recent terrorist attacks in Paris, the sense of unease makes you wonder. What if a fire would strike my building? […]
From modest rooms to the most luxurious suites, suicide can happen at any time. A secluded place such as a hotel room, where there is no one around to intervene, is unfortunately a place that attracts an outsized share of suicide attempts. Dealing with the aftermath of people committing suicide can become a complicated and […]