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July 18, 2016 Donna DeCostanzo New buildings in New York City—both commercial and residential—are about to get a whole lot more energy-efficient, thanks to improvements to the New York City Energy Conservation Code (NYCECC), green-lighted last week by the New York City Council. NYC 2016 The code governs new construction (and renovations) in the five boroughs. And thanks to this update, which builds upon improved national and New York State building codes, new commercial buildings will be almost 9 percent more energy efficient, while new one- and two-family homes will be as much as 32 percent more efficient, and solar-ready, too. For more details see this   post   from Chris Halfnight, our colleague at Urban Green Council. A mind-boggling 32 million square feet of built space per year, on average, has been constructed in the Big Apple over the last 15 years—nearly the size of 15 Empire State Buildings combined, annually. So the improvements the NYCECC will bring about can ha

Cleaning Your Windows If you wonder how often your office windows should be cleaned, the answer is not as simple as you may expect it to be. In fact, it depends on many different factors, including the type of business you run.  The profile of your business can influence how often your office windows get dirty, both inside and out. In addition, there are other influencer's that dictate how often you need  commercial window cleaning services , including: ·         Landscaping – Although an office surrounded by trees is beautiful, office windows will probably need frequent cleaning due to the birds and insects associated with trees as well as dripping sap in some cases. When your office is located near a parking lot, you may also need to perform cleaning more often because there will be a lot more debris in the air. If you have mulched areas up against the building, you will also have the same problem. ·         Weather – In rainy areas, office windows need to be

We’re hiring in New York City for a Maintenance Technician! The Role: This position is for someone with managerial and technical experience. Necessary Knowledge, Experience and Certifications : Experience in Hotel/Residential front and back of house scenarios is a plus Experience in large building mechanical/electrical systems operations, maintenance and repairs Experience in all phases of Handyman work: painting, patching, plumbing, electrical, etc FDNY Refrigeration License (C of Q) is a must Driver’s License Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel Experience with BMS systems 5+ years of “hands on” maintenance experience Ability to work evenings or days Must be able to respond to emergencies 24/7 Compensation: Salary and benefits will be based on experience and industry standards. The requirements and duties described above may be modified or waived by the Company in its sole discretion without notice apply here . Guardian Service I

Green cleaning   refers to using cleaning methods and products with   environmentally friendly   ingredients and procedures which are designed to preserve human health and environmental quality. Green cleaning techniques and products avoid the use of products which contain toxic   chemicals , some of which emit   volatile organic, compounds   causing   respiratory ,   dermatological   and other conditions. Green cleaning can also describe the way residential and industrial cleaning products are manufactured, packaged and distributed. If the manufacturing process is environmentally friendly and the products are   biodegradable , then the term " green " or " eco-friendly " may apply. Environmental impacts of cleaning agents   are the consequences of chemical compounds in   cleaning products . The   human impact on the environment   has produced a range of unnatural compounds that have been specifically developed to achieve the goals of the consumer. Synthet

Summer is delightful! But what if the temperature keeps climbing and you don’t have air conditioning in the office? These simple tips will make sure your work does not suffer from the heat. You’ll keep your cool and stay fresh the whole day through. Plan your day If possible, reschedule your work hours to the freshness of the morning: start before the sun reaches full power and head back home when the heat undermines your efficiency. Tackle the most strenuous tasks in the morning, before the heat really gets to you. Plan routine chores in the afternoon when your brain has heated up and your head is not as clear. Water: wash the heat away Make sure you always have a bottle of water at hand. Drink at least two litres of water through the day. And if you’re worried about the humidity in the air? Mint tea helps more than water. It sounds strange, but a warm drink actually helps your body to cool down more quickly. Don’t drink anything that dehydrates you: beverages containing co

Cool Efficiently As much as half of the energy used in your facility goes to cooling. So making smart decisions about your home's ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system can have a big effect on your utility bills — and your comfort. Take these steps to increase the efficiency of your cooling system.  Change your air filter regularly Check your filter every month, especially during heavy use months (winter and summer). If the filter looks dirty after a month, change it. At a minimum, change the filter every 3 months. A dirty filter will slow down air flow and make the system work harder to keep you warm or cool — wasting energy. A clean filter will also prevent dust and dirt from building up in the system — leading to expensive maintenance and/or early system failure. Tune up your HVAC equipment yearly Just as a tune-up for your car can improve your gas mileage, a yearly tune-up of your heating and cooling system can improve efficiency and comfort.  Inst

Guardian's Security Solution For Commercial & Residential Properties   Protecting your business assets is vital to the long-term success of your business. Guardian  offers a wide range of security solutions that will help combat against security issues, such as theft, vandalism and trespassers. We are trusted by Loss Prevention Managers and Property Management Companies across the nation. We secure millions of square feet of commercial property every day. Our security services and solutions have been used by government entities, real estate investment trusts (REITS) and companies, retail corporations and multi-family housing complexes around the tri-state.  Whether you’re a small business, non-profit medical facility or a nationwide publicly-traded corporation,  Guardian  is here to take care of your security needs.  Our innovative delivery of technologically advanced security services differentiates us from standard security. Our services are customizable for any