5 Signs Your Building Needs Third-Party Exterior Maintenance

If you don’t stay on top of it, the outdoor upkeep of your building can pile up. Slowly the list grows and hiring individual handymen, groundskeepers, and a cleaning crew becomes a daunting task. Some maintenance can wait, but when it is ignored too long, it can create a liability or get in the way of the customer experience, rendering it more difficult to meet your business goals.

We’re here to help you tell the difference. Here are 5 signs of necessary exterior maintenance you can’t ignore a moment longer:

Your Plants Are Dying

Plants take more than just time. They take a careful touch and flexible schedule to keep them thriving. Whether they’re dying because you don’t have the time to keep them watered or they’re just out of season, it’s easy to see you need help with groundskeeping services. Plants aren’t structurally important, so they can quickly take a back seat, but your customers will see unkempt plant life as a lack of attention.  

You Can’t Remember When You Got That Smudge on Your Window

Getting your windows cleaned isn’t easy when they’re traditionally sized. Add in the modern floor-to-ceiling look and a couple of stories between yourself and the ground, and you have a difficult, dangerous situation if not handled properly. But working with a professional window cleaning service will cover your liability, and the dirt removal will bring in more natural light into the building.

The Trash Bins Smell Funny

You may already have solutions for consistent trash removal, but just like the rest of your building exterior, your trash cans need the occasional maintenance and deep clean. Ignoring this kind of maintenance can cause offensive odors that drive customers away. Stay focused on your business objectives, and let the professionals take out the trash.

All the Colors Have Faded

Maybe your grass needs a cut and water, or you’re thinking of repainting. But before you do, consider giving your building a pressure wash. The sharp stream of water can remove the fine buildup of dust and mold that accumulates over time on brick, vinyl, cement, and more. In addition to saving upgrade costs, the process can also pinpoint areas in need of repair while they’re still a quick fix.   

You’ve Noticed Small Bubbles, Cracks, and Leaks

These kinds of small signs of wear and tear may be easy to dismiss, but ignoring them can lead to bigger complications like leaks, mold, mildew, foundation issues, or a needed resurfacing. Getting out in front of exterior damage saves you big by preventing the spread and the need for interior repairs and even health concerns for your team. Don’t take the risk, and protect your investment.

Taking care of low-level maintenance quickly and consistently can save you the expense and frustration of a mounting disaster. But it can be hard to find the time when you have a business to run. Hiring an exterior maintenance provider can help you create an action plan that keeps you covered year-round, which frees up your time to focus on your business while protecting your investments.