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Dana Russell serves as the Vice President of Exterior Operations at MCS where he is responsible for exterior service delivery. He has over 30 years of industry experience having worked for some of the largest property services companies in their respective verticals including TruGreen, BrightView and CBRE. In his role at MCS, Dana brings a proven history of building strong relationships and providing timely solutions for clients.
Trees help create a welcoming, professional commercial landscape and are often the most visible and valuable assets within it. Regular tree health monitoring is essential for identifying early signs of disease and taking preventive action before problems escalate.
One of the best ways to ensure the success of your commercial snow and ice removal program is by hiring a partner with certified snow professionals (CSPs) on their team. Chain Store Maintenance - an MCS Company, has three CSPs on staff who’ve undergone rigorous training and credentialing by the Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA). Get to know our certified snow professionals.
Communicating effectively with your provider is critical to the success of your snow and ice removal program. If you’re fairly new to this service area, this list of key terms will help you understand and speak the language of snow and ice removal more fluently.
Which deicing agents are most effective? In our experience, there’s no single “best” deicer for every business or situation. Use our convenient comparison chart to understand the most common deicing agents and how they work to make the best choice for your snow and ice removal needs. Most importantly, you’ll want to have a safe environment for clients, guests and employees this winter.
With the temperatures rising snow might be the last thing on your mind right now, but it shouldn’t be. Early summer is the best time to start thinking about selecting your snow and ice removal partner for the year. As you prepare your RFP, keep in mind these best practices to ensure a successful snow season.
A well-managed snow removal program ensures your commercial properties are safe, accessible and operating smoothly even amid tricky winter conditions. Choosing the right snow and ice removal provider up front lessens the chance you’ll need to change providers mid-season. Here are six key things to look out for as you select your snow removal partner.