Tag: Maintenance
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[SERIES] International Pavement Maintenance Part 2: Controlling Your Costs
Meeting with more than one hundred contractors personally, it was quite refreshing to hear of their willingness and desire to tight their “money belts” when it came to running their business. In fact, as more than one contractor told me, “Hey Mate, when you live on an island, you tend to be a bit more…
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Tire Maintenance Best Practices | For Construction Pros
Tire maintenance is a challenge in the off-highway industry and it can keep operators and drivers up at night. Downtime is a major challenge and the costs can be exorbitant and have far-reaching effects. Phil Domm, mining tire sales manager at MAXAM Tire, offers insights on tire technology development for the off-highway industries and what…
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The Ultimate Guide to HVAC Maintenance for Homeowners
If you live in a place like Juno Beach, Florida, where summers are hot and humid, your HVAC system isn’t just a convenience—it’s a necessity. With the cost of living 47% higher than the national average, an inefficient HVAC system can send your utility bills skyrocketing. That’s why regular maintenance is critical. A well-maintained system…
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Extend Heavy Machinery Lifespan with Regular Maintenance
Imagine you’re in the middle of a big project and your digger breaks down just as the deadline is looming. Talk about bad timing, right? The construction, agricultural and industrial sectors rely heavily on heavy machinery because when it stops working it causes big financial problems. But here’s the thing: The reality is most equipment…
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Maximizing Uptime with Reliability Centered Maintenance, Seasonal Product Strategy and Oil Analysis
As the seasons turn, we are often reminded of several routine maintenance activities which accompany the changing weather patterns. Around the house these include things like rolling back the clocks for daylight saving time, cleaning gutters and laundry vents, and changing batteries in smoke detectors. On the jobsite, a similar cadence of routine maintenance is…
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MVHR maintenance — an expert guide
Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery (MVHR) systems have in recent years become ever more popular, especially in new build homes. They ventilate the home at the right rate, recover heat from the stale extracted air and filter the incoming air to keep the home fresh and healthy. However, while most MVHR systems are described as almost…
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Why Regular Maintenance Is Key for Effective Roof Repairs
The Importance of Addressing Roofing Issues Early A reliable roofing repair service is essential for maintaining the integrity of your home and protecting it from the elements. Ignoring minor roof damage, such as missing shingles or small leaks, can quickly lead to larger problems. For instance, I once knew a neighbor who brushed off a…
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NAO: ‘Few credible contractors’ for public buildings maintenance
Property professionals have told the National Audit Office that there are “few credible contractors” for some types of government building maintenance. A shortage of contractors is one of the concerns the NAO highlights in a new report on the government’s £49bn maintenance backlog across the public estate. The public spending watchdog is calling on the…
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Sewer Maintenance
Regular maintenance of the sewer system connected to your property prevents costly repairs, protects your property value, and protects the environment. This guide covers essential maintenance practices, warning signs of problems, and preventive measures every property owner should know. Firstly you should understand what the sewer comprises. The sewer system connected to your property consists…
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The Importance of Regular Heating System Maintenance: What You Need to Know
As temperatures drop and winter months approach, your heating system becomes an essential component of a comfortable and functional home or business. While it’s easy to take your heating system for granted, regular maintenance is vital to ensure its efficiency, longevity, and safety. Neglecting routine maintenance can lead to costly repairs, inefficient energy use, and…