Whether you’re running a hospital or healthcare facility, an educational institution, an industrial complex, or a retail store, you know that keeping your tenants safe – and keeping yourself safe from liability issues – is of the utmost importance. Besides having your security systems in place and doing your due diligence with air quality, plumbing, […]
How to Optimize Facility Fire Safety During the Coldest Months Read Post »
Anyone managing an educational institution knows that keeping staff and students safe is of the utmost importance. But in addition to safety, what other concerns do private school facility managers need to prioritize? When it comes to landscaping and groundskeeping, sustainability is a topic on the minds of many. An environmentally friendly facility is highly
No one enjoys cleaning. But for businesses, cleaning the office is an important part of maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive workplace. Still, amidst all the other tasks of the day, it can be difficult to find the time or resources to clean up on a regular basis. Rather than rely on a whim, many companies benefit
How to Plan Cleaning Your Office Read Post »
When you’re managing a busy commercial facility, you’re responsible for many things. There’s the regular upkeep and maintenance of the facility to keep your assets working properly. There are safety and security protocols you must put in place and reinforce regularly. And then there’s the aesthetic piece—keeping up with landscaping, exterior cleaning, and overall curb
How to Plan Your Next Pressure Washing Project at Your Busy Facility Read Post »
For many higher ed students, the 2021/2022 school year marked the first “normal” year since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Whereas the past two graduation seasons were either canceled or severely restricted, this spring’s graduation ceremonies will likely be a return to form for many educational institutions. This recovery is great news for students, teachers, and
The events of 2020 — namely the COVID-19 pandemic — devastated communities of all kinds across the U.S. and the world, including religious congregations. Those who regularly attended services suddenly found themselves unable or unwilling to gather with fellow congregants for health and safety reasons. As a new year begins, however, hope is on the
How to Prepare for Larger Religious Gatherings As We Enter the New Year Read Post »
Periodically waxing your commercial floors (whether vinyl, epoxy, acrylic, linoleum, or VCT) protects them from scratches and stains, provides a glossy appearance, and minimizes visible surface imperfections. This critical form of commercial floor maintenance requires a bit of preparation before performing, however. Previous layers of wax must be removed from the surface before a new coat can
How to Prepare Your Commercial Flooring Before Waxing Read Post »
Most of us look forward to the holidays, but the rest of winter can be a real drag (especially in colder climates). It’s too soon to accurately predict just how severe this cold season will be on the whole, but even mild winters will take their toll on properties. Exterior concrete surfaces are especially vulnerable
How to Prepare Your Concrete Floors for the Bad Weather Read Post »
Every year, winter seems to arrive before anyone is truly ready to face it. The less prepared you are, however, the more difficult it will be to get through the cold conditions. Many facilities across industries wait until the last minute to get ready for winter weather, which winds up incurring various costs that could
How to Prepare Your Facility for Winter this Year Read Post »
Contamination control is a cardinal principle in cleanrooms and data centers. Even the most minuscule cleanroom contamination can wreak havoc, jeopardizing research, damaging equipment, and compromising data integrity. It is pivotal to maintain a sterile environment to foster safety and efficiency. Let’s delve into some essential strategies to prevent contamination in such sensitive spaces and discuss the
How to Prevent Contamination in Cleanrooms, Data Centers, and More Read Post »
Keeping polished concrete floors pristine and safe for your factory’s employees is no small feat! And for facility managers – especially in high-traffic areas like factories – this becomes all the more important. Let’s talk through why keeping your concrete floors in great shape is crucial for safety, what it can do for the appearance of your
How to Properly Care for Your Factory’s Concrete Flooring this Year Read Post »
The past year has been an education on infectious diseases and how to mitigate their spread. The catalyst for this wake up call, of course, has been COVID-19, a novel coronavirus that has proven to be highly adaptable and transmissible, so much so that it managed to spread across the world in mere months following
How to Properly Disinfect Businesses Affected by COVID-19 Read Post »
If you are an essential business, staying open in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is not optional. You need to provide vital services to your community. The Budd Group wants you to be empowered to make prudent choices when it comes to effective facility cleaning. Our janitorial services teams have long relied on microfiber cloths to clean surfaces by
How to Properly Launder Microfiber Read Post »
The recent development and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines have allowed society to see something of a light at the end of the tunnel after a long, difficult year. Despite this positive news, however, COVID-19 remains a risk in communities across the U.S. and the world. While many businesses have gradually regained their footing, an office reopening may
Labor – both in-house and outsourced – accounts for a significant chunk of any business expenses. While these costs are necessary for doing business, you don’t want them to get out of control. Reducing labor costs without sacrificing operability can seem like an uphill battle. That said, there are a surprising number of ways to
How to Reduce Labor Costs with Floor Care Maintenance at Your Facility Read Post »
There are many reasons to carpet your office floors. Carpeted floors offer near-infinite design and color possibilities, reduce the risk of slips, trips, and falls, and help protect the underlying floor from impact, moisture, and other threats. Still, carpeting is often high-maintenance, especially if your workplace is relatively busy. If you don’t stay on top
How to Repair and Maintain Your Office Carpeting Read Post »
Winter’s wrath doesn’t just threaten your people’s safety and your building’s integrity — a powerful winter storm can also do a number on your landscape. If you’re not prepared for such an event, you can spend an inordinate amount of time and money fixing your lawn well after the storm has passed. Let’s go over
How to Repair Landscaping After a Winter Storm Read Post »
The COVID-19 pandemic that defined 2020 affected everyone in different ways. While some individuals and businesses only underwent minor changes to their lives, others had their lives turned upside down as a result of government regulations meant to promote public health. If your business managed to survive these past several months, you’re probably eager to
How to Sanitize and Disinfect Your Facility if You’re Re-Opening in 2021 Read Post »
If you own or operate a business, you know that maintaining a clean workplace is key to your ongoing success. The hard part, however, is executing your commercial cleaning needs in an efficient manner. Not only must you determine what must get done and why — you have to figure out how to tackle each cleaning task
How to Set a Cleaning Schedule for Your Company Read Post »
If you have ever used a business’ restroom, you’ve most likely seen a poster somewhere above the sink that states employees must wash hands before returning to work. In fact, you may have seen so many of these posters that you barely notice them anymore. That’s because businesses are mandated by federal law to prominently
How to Set and Maintain Handwashing Expectations and Rules for Your Workplace Read Post »
Conversations around building maintenance often focus on interior maintenance tasks like floor cleaning, ceiling repair, plumbing, and so on. However, interior maintenance is only half the property maintenance equation. Your building’s exterior deserves just as much attention and care as its insides. A secure exterior will minimize the number of problems you encounter inside your
How to Show Your Facility’s Exterior the Same TLC as Your Interior Read Post »
Maintaining a clean exterior is crucial for every business. Potential customers are much more likely to enter a building that looks well cared for, as well as recommend your business to others, to achieve this, that means that cleaning businesses are more accessible to anyone making it as easy as visiting a Website. Windows are perhaps
How to Spot the Best Window Cleaning Company for Your Business Read Post »
Living in a condominium comes with plenty of perks, such as low insurance rates, ample amenities, and, in many cases, covered maintenance. If you’re in charge of overseeing a condo complex, many maintenance tasks fall on you. As summer approaches and activity increases, the amount of maintenance necessary to keep your condo complex in great
How to Tackle Condo Maintenance This Summer Read Post »
In many areas in the U.S., winter is the most demanding time of year for building maintenance. The harsh, cold weather can harm your property inside and out and leave it vulnerable to further problems. While you should pour plenty of resources into your maintenance efforts during the winter, don’t let your guard down once winter
How to Tackle Maintenance Issues in Your Facility After the Winter Read Post »
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has taught us a lot over this past year-and-a-half. Not only have we learned more about the nature of the virus SARS-CoV-2 and its variants — we’ve also gained a renewed perspective on the importance of community. Spending extended periods of time away from loved ones hasn’t been easy for anyone. Fortunately, outdoor
How to Transform Your Outdoor Spaces for Increased Use Read Post »
The concrete floors in and outside your warehouse must be both sturdy and flexible – sturdy enough to withstand all the wear and tear they undergo day after day, and flexible enough to adjust to changes in temperature, humidity, and shifts in the ground beneath. Concrete joints are installed between concrete slabs to allow for
How Warehouse Concrete Joint and Crack Repairs Will Minimize Liability Issues Read Post »
When work piles up, deadlines loom, and the weekend lies just around the corner, the last thing we think about is the waste we produce. We hardly want to think about what to eat for lunch, let alone how to dispose of its wrapper or container. Nevertheless, proper recycling and waste management can truly transform
How Waste and Recycling Services Help Companies Transform Their Workplace Read Post »
In our previous blog, “How Does Facility Quality Impact College Student Enrollment and Retention?” we discussed how a university’s success is closely tied to the condition of its facilities. Student dormitories are among the most important of these campus facilities. After all, dorms are where students spend most of their time, divided between studying, socializing,
How We Help Facilitate Efficient Dorm Flipping Between College Breaks Read Post »
Carpet Care Carpeting is often used in schools for its durability and acoustics. It can be found in: Entranceways Hallways Classrooms Libraries Music rooms Offices We recommend taking a look at some preventive maintenance regarding your carpeting, along with some deeper carpet cleaning, over the winter break. Check all furniture that has been placed on
How Will You Be Using Winter Break to Prepare Your School for the New Year? Read Post »
The state of your business’ bathrooms has a bigger impact on your bottom line than you might realize. At the very least, worn down, dirty bathrooms are an eyesore, reducing employee morale and tarnishing your reputation. Moreover, outdated restrooms are often inefficient, increasing your water and energy costs. And, of course, a poorly maintained bathroom
How You Can Restore the Bathrooms of Your Facility with Little Interference Read Post »
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