A property manager’s job is definitely not easy! Between overseeing the day-to-day operations of buildings, negotiating leases, and supervising maintenance activities, a commercial property manager’s job is never done. PayRentChex.com has a insightful article highlighting the six areas great property managers spend their time to make the biggest impact, not only for the building owner […]
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Did you know…budgeting help just got easier
With the end of the year fast approaching, Metro knows that many property managers and building owners are working on budgets for 2020. When trying to estimate future commercial repairs, we understand it can be a daunting task to choose between a new roof or extensive repairs. GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer not only […]
Best Product Offerings for Commercial Property and Building Maintenance
Metro Property Services proudly uses Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore for all interior and exterior painting projects. These award-winning and highly recognizable products outlast the competition and keep our customers’ buildings in interiors in impeccable shape! Our Painting Division only uses high-performance primers, coatings, epoxies, and acrylic, latex, and oil paints that provide superior protection […]
What is a Building Envelope System?
The building envelope refers to the outer shell or “skin” of a building. The physical components that make up the envelope include the foundation, roof, walls, doors, windows, ceilings, and related barriers and insulation. These components work together to prevent air, noise, light, and water from negatively affecting the building climate thereby maintaining a safe, […]
GAF’s Commercial Roof Advisor Tool
GAF, North America’s largest roofing manufacturer not only has a great article detailing commercial roof options but also provides an online Roof Advisor Tool to help property managers and building owners identify the solutions to their commercial roofing needs. Property Managers that would prefer an onsite consultation can reach out to Metro via phone at […]
Pest-Proof your Commercial Property
As every property manager and building owner knows, you have to keep your building in tip-top shape by having regular maintenance items completed such as sealing up leaks, but your building has more enemies than just the weather. Pests, bugs, and critters can make their way into your building and cause damage, nuisance your tenants, […]
Building a Perfect Real Estate Portfolio?
Check out Fundrise, a platform with many helpful articles and links on both commercial and residential real estate topics. Do you know the difference between the Internal Rate of Return (IRR) and Return on Investment (ROI)? If not, click here! Is there an Opportunity Zone in your area? Understand portfolio diversification? How building owners can […]
5 Simple Questions to Determine if it’s Time to Replace Your Commercial Roof
As any good Property Manager knows roof leaks not only cause serious problems for their tenants, but also big headaches for them. Sometimes roof leaks requires a simple repair, other times they are a clue that there is a bigger problem on the horizon. So, how does a Property Manager or Building Owner know when […]
A roof inspection checklist for your commercial property
As Hurricane Season ramps up, Metro Property Services recommends having your commercial roof inspected to alert you to any repairs needed. This is an important step that prevents damaging winds, rain, and other elements into your building should we be subjected to a bad storm this year. Many property managers and building owners have a […]
What Property Managers Need to Know for Hurricane Prep before and Response after the storm
As the first hurricane of the season approaches, property owners should make plans to protect their properties during the storm and assess the damage once the worst of it has passed. As Hurricane Dorian nears the Florida coast, it is expected to cause serious damage to properties and wreak havoc in its wake. Property Managers […]
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