MCS | Knowledge Center

When it comes to maintaining a commercial property, electrical systems are often out of sight and out of mind until something goes wrong. But waiting until an issue sparks a shutdown or emergency repair is far more costly than keeping your system in top shape year-round. 

Preventive electrical maintenance isn’t just a safety measure;  it should be a priority in your commercial property maintenance strategy. Routine inspections and upkeep can help prevent dangerous failures, reduce costly downtime, and extend the lifespan of your electrical infrastructure, saving time, money, and stress in the long run. 

When a pipe bursts, a roof leaks, or a regional storm hits, commercial operators understand the mandate: restore operations fast. But once mitigation teams clear the immediate damage, the most consequential phase begins — the put-back. 

Put-back work is where commercial properties regain functionality, safety, and the brand experience your tenants, customers, and employees depend on every day. And in the commercial space, where operational uptime and guest perception are business drivers, cutting corners on put-backs can create long-term exposure far beyond the initial event. 

As 2026 approaches, many organizations are tightening their facilities budgets—making it more important than ever to secure the resources your team needs to operate effectively. When funding falls short, the risks are real: unplanned emergencies, deferred maintenance and costly repairs that can impact both budgets and brand reputation. 

When a retail store shuts down, the work isn’t over. Effective property management is crucial to preserving its value and preparing it for future use or sale. And property services for dark stores are more essential now than ever: After a sharp increase in store closures in 2024 (7,325 closures, the highest since closures reached 10,000 in 2020), Coresight Research anticipates even more closures this year, climbing to around 15,000.

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.

With the Restaurant Facilities Management Association (RFMA) Annual Conference taking place in Las Vegas this week, all the talk is about solutions for restaurant facilities maintenance. This event brings restaurant facilities maintenance pros together from across the country to meet with vendors, attend educational sessions and network with their peers.