Cleaning up after the storm

No matter how new your property is, the chances are it will need maintenance at some stage. Whether you're operating out of the building you own or you rent it out to a business, there are certain routine areas of property maintenance that you shouldn't ignore.

Guttering

When your guttering isn't functioning as it should, other areas of your property may soon follow. The purpose of guttering is to drain water away from a building so that it doesn't cause issues. If your guttering clogs, you may experience floods that become hazardous and damage to the roof of your building. Ask someone to attend your property regularly and clear out the guttering. While they're doing so, they can assess it for signs of disrepair and perform necessary maintenance.

Damp

Damp can affect commercial buildings as easily as it affects residential ones. If it begins to penetrate your walls, you may lose some structural stability. Additionally, some forms of damp can exacerbate respiratory conditions and cause a rise in workplace illnesses. As such, failing to prevent and address damp could reduce productivity and harm employees. Using a property maintenance service, you can perform routine inspections for damp and tackle it as it arises. You should also look for the underlying cause and address it to prevent ongoing repairs.

Pipes

Your building's pipes likely undergo a lot of strain each day. If you experience a blockage or if one collapses, you may find that your toilets are out of order. Naturally, people can't work in such conditions, so it's wise to maintain your pipes throughout the year. Ask your maintenance team to routinely assess the pipes' structural properties. If they find that anything is amiss, you can ask a plumber to intervene at the earliest possible opportunity.

Leaks

Leaks are likely to make your water bills soar. Depending on the business you're running, they could also cause production problems. Leaks also have the potential to worsen damp, and if they escalate, they may result in slippy floors. To lower the costs of running your building and keep employees safe, ask your maintenance team to tackle leaks as soon as possible. Fixing a leak is usually a rapid task, but it can prevent lots of problems further down the line.

In addition to the issues above, you may experience some that are unique to your business. With regular input from a maintenance team, you can ensure they don't escalate and protect your property.