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Written by Adam Miller
Four Types of Commercial Real Estate Maintenance To Never Skip

In order for businesses to operate well and allow owners to focus on growth and sales, commercial properties need to be well maintained so they don't become unnecessary distractions or lead to expensive repairs. Unfortunately, some business owners forget to schedule or intentionally skip certain kinds of property maintenance, believing it's not needed or would be too expensive. In today's blog post, we'll look at four types of commercial real estate maintenance that should never be skipped, and how they can impact businesses financially.

Tree Pruning

Trees are an important part of any commercial property as they provide valuable shade, increase curb appeal, and can help reduce noise pollution while improving privacy. However, when trees aren't pruned on a regular basis, limbs can become overgrown and can break off onto nearby structures or people. This can lead to costly liability issues, building repairs, power outages, and possibly business closures due to damages caused by tree breaks.

Security Systems

Businesses of all sizes and industries rely on security systems to protect assets, employees, and the commercial property itself from criminals. However, security systems and video monitoring equipment may need routine maintenance over time to ensure all components are in full working order. Maintenance might include cleaning or replacing damaged camera lenses, clearing away debris or dirt that may interfere with the security system, and testing all electronic and recording equipment. This simple maintenance step can go a long way in ensuring commercial property is not stolen or vandalized and companies don't have to deal with a Commercial Property insurance claim.

HVAC Units

Houston's brutal heat makes air-conditioning an absolute necessity for companies looking to keep their employees and customers happy. Any kind of air conditioning issue or malfunction can make the workplace unbearable, and could lead to the loss of customers and revenue, as well as costly repairs. Rather than waiting for an issue or malfunction to occur, it's much better to be proactive and have routine maintenance performed on your company's HVAC system. A licensed HVAC contractor can help improve performance and extend the life of your HVAC system by clearing out any dirt or debris in the unit, testing and replacing any faulty components, and ensuring there are no leaks or issues with condensation or Freon.

Irrigation Systems

Finally, all commercial property owners want an attractive and healthy commercial site, but one that doesn't require a constant amount of expense and maintenance. One way to ensure that a commercial site looks its best throughout the year is to have a regular maintenance check for the site's irrigation system. Irrigation systems need to be tested annually to ensure that all sprinkler heads are functional, there are no leaks with buried pipes, and that all zones are active and operational to avoid any dry, dead spots. This proactive step of property maintenance ensures that the commercial property is well hydrated and healthy throughout the year, preventing dry or cracked areas of the property that could lead to poor curb appeal and customer loss.

Maintaining your commercial site is an important part of protecting both your business and your property investment. Aegis Insurance & Financial Services is committed to helping businesses get the financial protection and peace of mind they need through our full range of top quality Commercial Insurance policies. Whether you need Commercial Property Insurance, Commercial Auto, General Liability, Business Owners Policy, Workers Compensation, or a commercial package tailored to your industry, the friendly and knowledgeable agents at Aegis can help! Contact Aegis today at 713-850-7622 for more information, or fill out our online form for a free quote!

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