Fall-Forward Facility Tips

Each season brings unique challenges for commercial facilities, and fall is no exception. From fluctuating temperatures to increased holiday traffic, proactive maintenance in the coming weeks can prevent costly disruptions later. Preparing now not only protects your property but also ensures your employees, customers, and guests experience a safe and welcoming environment.

Now’s the Time to Plan Your Year-End Painting Maintenance

Believe it or not, we’re just five months away from the holidays — and for commercial facilities, that means more than just festive décor and seasonal signage.Q4 is when most businesses experience:

The Hidden Costs of Delaying Painting Maintenance

Maintenance is always on a facility manager’s to-do list, but when operations take priority, it’s easy to push painting upkeep to the back burner.

How the Rapid Refresh Touch Up Program Can Save Your Facilities Time and Money

Facility managers know that maintaining the appearance of multiple locations can feel like a never-ending challenge.

A Letter from Our President

To all of our valued clients, future clients, and friends within the Facilities Maintenance Industry, CarePro National Painting is now proudly a brand of Kept Companies.

Spring Refresh: Transform Your Property with CarePro National Painting

As a facility manager or property manager, you’re no stranger to the demands of keeping your property in top shape.

New Year, New Look: Reasons to Refresh your Brand this Year

The New Year is here, and it’s a perfect time to reflect on your business and what can be improved upon.

Tips to Increase Curb Appeal

If you own a commercial building, you know the importance of curb appeal. A commercial building that looks run down or worn can make potential customers think your business is not well-maintained.

The Importance of a Convenience Store Canopy and Canopy Painting

If you’ve ever had to pump gas in the rain, you have surely appreciated the benefits of a gas station canopy.

4 Signs It’s Time to Hire a Commercial Painter

If you have a commercial building, chances are you will find yourself needing the services of a commercial painter.

Facility Manager's Guide to Commercial Painting

We know that choosing the right commercial painting contractor can be a difficult decision, and one you want to get right, especially considering the direct impact your facilities have on your company’s image.

The Difference Between Paint Sheens

When painting the walls and ceilings of your commercial property, you must first understand the best solution regarding sheens.

How Water Intrusion Affects Paint

Water intrusion can cause several problems for commercial buildings, including paint deterioration, damage to structural components, and can lead to the growth of dangerous mold.

Painting Metal Roofs

A lone flower in a field of grass, a cardinal in a snowstorm, and a neon sign in a darkened window all share a common feature: they attract attention by standing out from their surroundings.

Communication is Key

Any project, big or small, requires four basic aspects: planning, organizing, controlling, and evaluating.

Brick Painting 101

Exterior finishes come in a variety of options, including siding, stucco, and metal paneling, and while each of these have their pros and cons, few can match the durability of brick.

What is Efflorescence?

The most commonly observed defect is efflorescence, which is a powdery deposit, often white in color, that forms on the surface of brick, plaster, and other concrete-type structures.

The Psychology of Color in Restaurants

There is no doubt that color effects our lives on a daily basis but have you ever wondered how it effects your restaurant sales?

Painting Contractors Weathering the Storm

The painting industry is certainly in the middle of a perfect storm. In 2020 there were months of limited production due to the Covid shutdowns.

Five Types of Large Scale Rollouts

Many National retailers have hundreds or even thousands of locations. Having this many units requires daily coordination and communication.

The Art of Convenience Store Painting

When it comes to either performing a refresh or a full re-imaging of a convenience store, there are many differences from a typical retail or restaurant project.

Visually Stand Out

Visibility of your business is very important. You could potentially be missing the opportunity for new patrons because the curb appeal just isn’t what it used to be.