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As a business owner, you’re presented with two avenues for acquiring commercial property: renting and purchasing. While both have their benefits and drawbacks, one clear advantage of rental property is that building maintenance remains the responsibility of the property owner.

Once you purchase property, maintenance becomes your responsibility. Regularly completing the five following maintenance tasks will keep your commercial property in great working order and cost you less in the long run. 

Repair concrete cracks

Cracks in concrete are both unsightly and pose safety risks. Commercial concrete contractor services are worth investing in to improve the appearance and reputation of your business, while also helping you avoid a lawsuit. 

A great commercial concrete contractor will use gpr scanning and also properly seal the concrete to prevent moisture from getting in and causing cracks in the first place. 

Inspect HVAC ducts and plumbing

Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems require regular maintenance from experienced contractors like Total System Services to keep them running as efficiently and safely as they should. Air filters should be regularly changed to keep the air quality in the building high. Ducts also need to be cleaned to prevent mold from growing. 

Plumbing should also be inspected to prevent a plumbing emergency from arising. An experienced plumber will replace damaged components before they begin to leak. 

Inspect fire equipment

Inspecting the fire equipment in your commercial building isn’t just important for the safety of your customers and employees - it’s also required by law. Fire inspections generally must be conducted by a professional annually, but you can inspect your fire equipment yourself more often as well.

You’ll also want to make sure that staff are trained in emergency fire evacuation protocols and routes, as well as ensure that fire alarms are in good working order. While you’re at it, test your carbon monoxide detectors as well. 

Test security systems

A solid security system is important for all businesses, but if you deal with a lot of issues of confidentiality and possess a large amount of high-value items (and cash), a comprehensive security system is even more important. 

Security camera footage should be regularly checked to make sure it is being backed up. The equipment also needs to be regularly cleaned to keep it functioning properly. 

In addition to the equipment itself, you should be conducting regular training with your staff on an annual or semi-annual basis. With cyber attacks becoming more and more frequent with each passing year, ensuring your staff know how to identify suspicious activity is paramount. 

Invest in ongoing pest control

Many business owners don’t think about pest control until they realize they have an infestation. At this point, your company’s reputation may already be in jeopardy - especially if you own a restaurant business. Take an active approach by investing in ongoing pest control, which generally prevents pest infestations from taking place at all. Regular pest maintenance costs less than an emergency pest treatment.

That said, even the best preventive measures aren’t foolproof, so it’s wise to have a reliable contact for Urgent Pest Control London, or wherever your business is located, ready to help. Having quick access to emergency pest control allows you to tackle unexpected issues swiftly, minimizing any disruption to your operations.