MCS | Knowledge Center

Building a property preservation maintenance business takes time and hard work. In addition to the expertise you bring, you’ll want to be armed with the tools to get the job done right. Each job comes with its own requirements, so there’s not an all-inclusive list of every tool you could ever need or encounter in property preservation.

In general, the type of services you decide to offer will largely determine what ends up in your toolbox. But there are some tools and equipment every property preservation vendor should have on their truck, as well as others to consider for specialty work. Think about adding these tools to your toolbox to help ensure you’re prepared for your next job—and to help grow your business.   

Even if you’re new to property preservation, you’ve probably already discovered the industry is driven by its own processes and regulations—and even its own language. And learning to speak it is critical to your future success. To help you get started, we’ve compiled a few key terms you’ll need to understand to communicate with confidence. 

Property preservation work can be a great way to round out your handyman services business and hedge against economic downturns. But entering a new line of work may seem overwhelming at first. Here are a few key concepts to understand about the industry so you’re ready to dive in and feel set up for success.

As handyman, locksmith or other service provider, are you looking to add property preservation work to your portfolio? Welcome to Property Preservation 101. We’ll explore why the work is important, how it can help your business grow and what you’ll need to focus on to be successful in property preservation.

When you’re growing your trade business, you want to work with a property services company that offers more than the basics. You want a true partner. And that’s what you get with MCS. We make sure that interactions with MCS are ESP: Easy, Speedy and Pleasant.

This material has been prepared for informational purposes only, and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal or accounting advice. You should always consult your own tax, legal and accounting advisors to help properly manage your business.