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Facilities management updates, insights, strategies & best practices

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Spending on the Rise for Institutional and Commercial Facilities


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University Sues Cleaning Contractor for $1 Million 

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Spot Troubles in Different Types of Roofs

Building Operating Management
How Adaptation Breeds Creativity During Pandemic Construction

Building Operating Management
4 Telltale Signs You're Hiring a Scam Contractor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Outsourcing: KPIs Determine Success with Vendors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Outsourcing: How To Select the 'Right' Vendor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Outsourcing: Effective Vendor Management Strategies

Building Operating Management
Preventive Maintenance Is Key to Minimizing Roof Damage and Leaks

Building Operating Management
Construction Success: Proper Planning, Good Communication, Right People

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Gas Line Explosion Kills One, Injures Dozens

Building Operating Management
Finding the Right Resources to Solve Too Hot/Too Cold Problems

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing: Selecting a Qualified and Reliable Contractor

Building Operating Management
BIM Collaboration: How to Get All Parties on the Same Page

Building Operating Management
Roofing Myths Busted: Installation

Building Operating Management
5 Steps to Successful Lighting Controls Installation

News & Views
Industry Reacts To President Trump’s Steel and Aluminum Tariffs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Make Roofing Projects Work

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Specifying Roofing Options Based on Facility Needs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Roofing Projects: The Importance of Contractor Pre-Constuction Meetings

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Selecting a Contractor for Roofing Projects

News
Sika Sarnafil Joins NRCA's One Voice Initiative

Building Operating Management
10 Tips for Selecting a Roofing Contractor

Building Operating Management
Understanding What a Roofing Warranty Is, and What It Is Not

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Piping Systems Expands to Offer Electrical and Millwright Services

Building Operating Management
Tips For A Successful RFP Process For Roofing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Paints and Coatings Contractors: A Recipe For Success

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Potential Problems When Finding a Painting Contractor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Misconceptions Abound About Painting Contractors

News & Views
Best Questions to Ask Roofing Contractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategies for Working with Roofing Contractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Best Questions to Ask Roofing Contractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Stay Up to Speed on Roof Systems Technology

News & Views
Signs of Outsourcing Failure

Building Operating Management
How To Hire A Good Roofing Contractor

Building Operating Management
Whether Bigger Or Smaller, Roofing Firms Have Advantages, Disadvantages

Building Operating Management
Due Diligence Can Help Ensure Roofing Contractor Is The Right Choice

Building Operating Management
Ask Potential Roofing Contractors About Training, References

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers offer their insights on the challenges of working with outside help at their facilities

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Projects With Sustainability in Mind

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Common Painting Projects Mistakes and Oversights

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Technology Improves Quality of Paints and Coatings Products

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Contractors Provide Valuable Resource to Managers

Building Operating Management
How To Get The Most From Your Roofing Budget: Repair, Replace or Re-Cover?

Building Operating Management
Recoating Could Extend Roof's Life, But Moisture Survey Is Necessary Step

Building Operating Management
Replacing, Re-covering Roof Are Both Valid Options, But Know What Code Requires

Building Operating Management
Replacing Roof Offers Wider Choice Of Systems, Chance To Inspect Deck

Facility Maintenance Decisions
In or Out? The Outsourcing Conundrum

Building Operating Management
First Steps When Hiring A Roofing Contractor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Contractors as Project Partners

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Painting Contractors: Problem-Solving Strategies

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight: Painting and Decorating Contractors of America

Building Operating Management
Proper Preventive Maintenance For Roofing

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Benefits and Drawbacks of Contract Maintenance

News & Views
Outsourced Service Provider Selection Best Practices

Building Operating Management
Tips To Ensure A Successful Roofing Installation

News & Views
How To Prepare and Inspect a Roof in High-Wind Situations

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Grounds Department Works To Secure Turf, Landscape Work

News & Views
MSCA Star Certifies Non-Residential Mechanical Service Contractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Managers Discuss Hiring, Working with Contractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Project Management: Technicians Get Involved in Design

Building Operating Management
Funding and Contractor Instability Pose Construction Challenges

News & Views
Snow and Ice Removal: Questions for Contractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Facility Professionals Discuss Managing Retrofits

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Snow and Ice Removal: How to Price Services

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice: Does the Contractor Have Insurance?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Outsourcing Snow and Ice Removal: Contracts and Recordkeeping

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice Removal: How to Price Services

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Snow and Ice: Managers Need to Communicate with Contractors

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Outsourcing: Strategies for Hiring, Managing Contractors with Steve Spencer

News & Views
Optimizing Lighting-Control Performance

Facility Focus
How to Ensure Quality HVAC Preventive Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Guidelines for Outsourcing Contracts

Facility Maintenance Decisions
How to Measure a Contractor's Performance

News & Views
Finding an Exterior Painting Contractor

Building Operating Management
Exterior Wood Elements Of A Building Can Be Better Maintained With Regular Painting

Building Operating Management
Focus On Roofing Materials and Workmanship To Improve Longevity

Building Operating Management
What Should I Look for in a Fire Alarm Contractor?

Building Operating Management
Why Do Fire Alarm Bids Vary So Much?

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Construction Industry Embraces Green Building

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What To Ask a Contractor

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Groups Offer Consensus Construction Contracts

Building Operating Management
Interview With a Roofing Contractor: What Questions Should You Ask?

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Strategic Outsourcing

Building Operating Management
Bright Ideas for Better Upgrades

Building Operating Management
Good People, Bad Roofs

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Building Bonds With Contractors

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Star Search: Finding the Right Contractor

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Partners in Success: Contractors and Managers

Facility Maintenance Decisions
Spotlight: Mechanical Contractors Association

Building Operating Management
Taking the High Road on Low Bids

Building Operating Management
Steering Clear of Construction Snares

Building Operating Management
Finding the Value of Roofing Warranties

Building Operating Management
New Technology Brings Changes to Venerable Construction MasterFormat

Building Operating Management
Survey Offers Glimpse of Best Roofing Practices

Building Operating Management
Who’s got your roof covered?