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2019 Knoxville Commercial Real Estate Update
DPM Care was founded over 20 years ago in Knoxville. So, naturally, we’re partial to the city. Knoxville has seen steady growth over the past few years, and it’s been fun to watch. Keep reading to learn about the city’s growth and what you might be able to expect in...
6 Carpet Maintenance Practices For More Environmentally Sustainable Facilities
First, businesses that adopt environmentally friendly practices prove they are good stewards of the resources needed to run their businesses. And that matters to many consumers. In fact, a 2018 survey showed that “83% [of respondents] would always pick the brand that...
Does Your Commercial Carpet and Upholstery Need Stain Guard?
It seems harmless enough— The cup of coffee that’s just a little too full. Until it goes flying and lands directly on the carpet, where the thirsty fibers soak it up immediately. A few paper towels later, the carpet isn’t wet anymore — but there’s a noticeable stain…...
Battling Against Commercial Odors (and Winning)
“What is that SMELL?” At home, unpleasant carpet odors can keep you from relaxing. At work, they can distract you from your job. The fact is: Carpet odors are disruptive. And without the right cleaning methods, it can be hard to get them to go away. You may be able to...
How to Keep Flooring Clean in Healthcare Facilities
According to the EPA, carpet “acts as a reservoir for dust, dirt, pollen, mold spores, pesticides and other materials which may originate indoors or be brought into the indoor environment from outside.” Not exactly something you’d want in a healthcare facility, right?...
5 Continuing Education Resources for Property and Facility Managers
If you want to succeed in any career long-term, it’s important to seek continuous improvement. It shows your employer you’re dedicated to becoming the best you can be, which can increase your likelihood of receiving a raise. It also looks great to potential future...
Top Facility Management Trends for 2019
Being a successful facility management professional requires staying up-to-date on current trends. Often, these are things you might notice over the course of a year. But some are harder than others to spot. Here are three trends we believe will be important to...
Top Facility Management Tips, Advice, and Resources from 2018
We search out helpful facility management resources and tips, then share those insights with you. Our hope is that you’ll find these resources beneficial year-round, but we understand you’re busy. So, in this post, we’ve compiled the best...
Low-Moisture Carpet Cleaning vs. Hot Water Extraction: Which is Really Better for Your Carpet – And Why?
Hot Water Extraction cleaning—often referred to as “steam cleaning”—has been the go-to carpet cleaning method for years. And with good reason. Many carpet manufacturers recommend steam cleaning, and it has a proven track record. It’s become ubiquitous. There are...
6 Easy Ways to Manage Commercial Facility Vendors More Effectively
If you’re a facility manager, you rely on commercial facility vendors to keep your building clean, safe, and comfortable. But some facility managers leave vendors in the dark when it comes to what they really need and how they expect the vendor to perform services....