MCS | Knowledge Center

Resources, education and tools from MCS to help manage and preserve assets across
the Commercial, Single-Family Rental and Property Preservation industries.

 

commercial property lighting fixtures

6 Questions to Consider When Selecting Commercial Lighting

Choosing the right components for your commercial property lighting program involves far more than just picking bulbs. From aligning with your sustainability goals to navigating brand reliability and managing long-term LED performance, the right solution requires a strategic approach.

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Keyless Entry and Video Surveillance for Student Housing and Multi-Family Rentals

As technology advances, so do the expectations for safety and convenience in multi-family rentals (MFR) and student housing. And according to recent research, residents are willing to pay more for the enhanced security provided by technology solutions like smart doorbells, video surveillance and mobile access control.

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7 Essentials to Include in Your Snow & Ice RFP

While it may seem that winter was just here, savvy facility and property managers know that it’s already time to start planning for the next snow season. May is the time to start drafting your RFP so it can be distributed to potential partners in June allowing a decision to be made in August to be prepared for the first snowfall. Our team of experts outlines seven essentials to include in your snow and ice RFP, plus three RFP mistakes to avoid.

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Six Tips for Expedited & Efficient Tenant Turns

Saving money during tenant turns (also referred to as “make readies”) starts with shortening timelines and reducing unnecessary steps. The key is to be proactive and streamlined—fewer delays, fewer approvals and fewer surprises. These six essential elements can help reduce long-term costs and get your property re-rented faster:

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Running Smoothly: Explore the Keys to Commercial HVAC Preventive Maintenance

 

Maintaining a reliable HVAC system is crucial for the comfort, safety and efficiency of any commercial property, not to mention keeping costs in check. After all, heating, ventilation and air conditioning account for around 35% of energy consumption for commercial buildings, according to Department of Energy estimates.

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Best Practices for Boarding windows in Property Preservation

Properly boarding windows is commonly necessary for securing vacant properties, safeguarding against break-ins and vandalism, and caring for a property that’s been damaged by a natural disaster. Traditionally, plywood has been used for securing vacant properties, but some municipalities now require “clearboarding,” which uses a clear polycarbonate board over openings. Be aware of local requirements and provide justification for plywood or polycarbonate when bidding a project.

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