--- title: "Spring Cleaning Tips: Commercial Properties" description: Maintenance tips to get your commercial property in tip top shape this spring in the Puget Sound. image: https://www.therushcompanies.com/hubfs/Rush_Properties/Portfolio%20Photos/2910%20S%20Meridian/DJI_0823-Edit.jpg --- [![Rush Logo](https://www.therushcompanies.com/hubfs/Rush%20Logo-2.svg) ](https://www.therushcompanies.com/) [ Space for Lease ](https://www.therushcompanies.com/listings) [ Tenant Portal ](https://www.securecafe3.com/newtenantportal/content2/login/?CompanyId=3092) [ Investor Portal ](https://app.junipersquare.com/login?path=%2Fi%2Ftherushcompanies) [Rush Properties](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/tag/rush-properties) # Spring Cleaning Tips: Commercial Properties April 28, 2021 ### Browse by division - [View All](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/) - [The Rush Companies](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/tag/the-rush-companies) - [Rush Development](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/tag/rush-development) - [Rush Capital](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/tag/rush-capital) - [Rush Commercial](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/tag/rush-commercial) - [Rush Properties](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/tag/rush-properties) - [Rush Residential](https://www.rushresidential.com/blog) - [Philanthropy](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/tag/philanthropy) - [Case Studies](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/tag/case-studies) All The Rush Companies Rush Development Rush Capital Rush Commercial Rush Properties Rush Residential Philanthropy Case Studies The sun is shining, birds are chirping, flowers are blooming—it’s spring in the Pacific Northwest! That also means it’s time for spring cleaning your commercial property. Here are our quick tips to get your commercial property in tip top shape this spring.   HVAC On top of quarterly maintenance, have a vendor inspect the cooling system before the cooling season so any repairs can be made in preparation. Cooling systems are typically turned on in May in the PNW. ![DSC03205](https://www.therushcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rush%20Commercial/movement%20mortgage/DSC03205.jpg?width=740&name=DSC03205.jpg) Landscaping *Repairs:* Have your vendor test irrigation lines. Look for cracks and broken sprinkler heads. *Bids:* Assess the need for new landscaping (planter, beauty bark, etc.). ![](https://www.therushcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rush%205201%20Olympic2-JPG.jpeg?width=744&name=Rush%205201%20Olympic2-JPG.jpeg)  Roof *Damage:* Have a professional inspect the roof for damage that may have occurred over winter. *Roof Drains*: Clear roof drains so they aren’t blocked or plugged. *Moss:* Seasonal changes can cause overgrowth, treat ridgelines with non-toxic baking soda. ![RHO M4 (1)](https://www.therushcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/RHO%20M4%20(1).jpg?width=746&name=RHO%20M4%20(1).jpg) Parking Lots *Catch Basins*: Inspect catch basins and area drains for clogs or mud. *General conditions:* Visually inspect parking lots (curbing, striping, seal coat). Bid and schedule repairs as early in the year as possible. Vendors have a short working season dependent on weather conditions! *Pressure Washing:* Identify areas that need pressure washing. ![DJI_0823-Edit](https://www.therushcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rush_Properties/Portfolio%20Photos/2910%20S%20Meridian/DJI_0823-Edit.jpg?width=744&name=DJI_0823-Edit.jpg) Windows Schedule exterior window cleaning early. Vendors are typically busiest from April to September. ![Kent Dept. Public Defenders (39)](https://www.therushcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rush_Properties/Kent%20Dept.%20Public%20Defenders%20(39).jpg?width=738&name=Kent%20Dept.%20Public%20Defenders%20(39).jpg) Gutters Contract with a professional to clear gutter guards and downspouts of any clogged debris. Have a vendor also inspect gutters for damage over the winter. Clogged or damaged gutters can cause water to back up into roof siding and may lead to extensive damage.    ![parkplaza2-1](https://www.therushcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/The_Rush_Companies/Images/parkplaza2-1.jpg?width=741&name=parkplaza2-1.jpg) Electrical Check and adjust mechanical light timers at the start of the spring season (this is also a good time to change smoke batteries at home!). ![_DSC1137-1](https://www.therushcompanies.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rush%20Commercial/_DSC1137-1.jpg?width=719&name=_DSC1137-1.jpg)   [![Learn More About Rush Properties!](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/4170409/5c1db72e-e8d3-4c88-a431-36328d16b064.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/4170409/5c1db72e-e8d3-4c88-a431-36328d16b064) ### Share Article - [**](http://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/spring-cleaning-tips-commercial-properties) - [**](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/spring-cleaning-tips-commercial-properties&text=Spring%20Cleaning%20Tips:%20Commercial%20Properties) - [**](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/spring-cleaning-tips-commercial-properties) - [** ](mailto:?body=https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/spring-cleaning-tips-commercial-properties) ## Related Articles [Rush Properties](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/tag/rush-properties) ### [Mary Bridge Children’s Therapy Center Opens in Tacoma: Expanding Access to Pediatric Rehabilitation Services](https://www.therushcompanies.com/blog/mary-bridge-childrens-therapy-center-opens) The Rush Companies in partnership with MultiCare is pleased to announce the opening of MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Therapy Services. 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