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Property Services ## Energy Efficiency ![A facilities management professional inspects a commercial building exterior while holding a clipboard and level.](https://blog.mcsgo.com/hubfs/facility-manager.png) [Commercial Property Services,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/commercial-property-services) [Energy Efficiency](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/energy-efficiency) ### [6 Facilities Management Trends to Watch](https://blog.mcsgo.com/facilities-management-trends-to-watch) May 20, 2024 8:00:00 AM As the facilities management industry moves forward, Chain Store Maintenance - an MCS Company, is learning and leading alongside our customers. During the past few months, we’ve attended multiple industry conferences and met with clients across the country, providing the opportunity to meet with facilities managers from a range of industries and hear from our peers. These are a few of the key industry trends, takeaways and insights our team is focused on following these conversations. [Read More](https://blog.mcsgo.com/facilities-management-trends-to-watch) ![living-room-minimalism-biofilic-design-rental-property](https://blog.mcsgo.com/hubfs/living-room-minimalism-biofilic-design-rental-property-1495389247.jpg) [Single-Family Rentals,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/single-family-rentals) [Design Trends,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/design-trends) [Energy Efficiency](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/energy-efficiency) ### [Rental Property Design Trends: A Collaboration Between Style & Function](https://blog.mcsgo.com/design-trends-for-rental-properties-2024) Jan 22, 2024 8:00:00 AM GUEST  CONTRIBUTOR:  [Read More](https://blog.mcsgo.com/design-trends-for-rental-properties-2024) ![](https://blog.mcsgo.com/hubfs/smar-home-energy-saving-rentals-dan-lefebvre-RFAHj4tI37Y-1.jpg) [Single-Family Rentals,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/single-family-rentals) [Property Management,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/property-management) [Property Services,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/property-services) [Energy Efficiency,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/energy-efficiency) [HVAC & Refrigeration](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/hvac-refrigeration) ### [7 Ways to Drive Home Energy Savings for Your Single-Family Rentals](https://blog.mcsgo.com/home-energy-saving-tips-for-single-family-rentals) Jun 12, 2023 8:00:00 AM Conserving energy isn’t just good for the environment. Being smarter about energy use yields home energy savings—no matter who’s paying the bill—while enhancing the value of your rental properties. Here are seven ideas to help you cut energy costs on your single-family rental (SFR) properties. [Read More](https://blog.mcsgo.com/home-energy-saving-tips-for-single-family-rentals) ![](https://blog.mcsgo.com/hubfs/solar-panels-kindel-media-9800008.jpg) [Commercial Property Services,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/commercial-property-services) [Exterior Maintenance,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/exterior-maintenance) [Interior Services,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/interior-services) [Energy Efficiency](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/energy-efficiency) ### [9 Earth-Friendly Moves for Commercial Property Maintenance Managers](https://blog.mcsgo.com/9-earth-friendly-moves-commercial-property-maintenance) May 8, 2023 8:00:00 AM As a property maintenance manager, you understand that sustainable, environmentally responsible choices can have a positive impact on both the planet and your financials. Whether you’re saving energy or conserving water, investing in sustainable options for your commercial property can make a significant impact. Here are nine sustainability upgrades to consider for your commercial properties. [Read More](https://blog.mcsgo.com/9-earth-friendly-moves-commercial-property-maintenance) ![](https://blog.mcsgo.com/hubfs/LED-light-bulb-installation.png) [Commercial Property Services,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/commercial-property-services) [Exterior Maintenance,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/exterior-maintenance) [Interior Services,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/interior-services) [Smart Technology,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/smart-technology) [Energy Efficiency,](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/energy-efficiency) [HVAC & Refrigeration](https://blog.mcsgo.com/tag/hvac-refrigeration) ### [Getting Smart About Energy Savings for Commercial Properties](https://blog.mcsgo.com/getting-smart-about-energy-savings-for-commercial-properties) Mar 13, 2023 8:00:00 AM The amount of energy your commercial buildings use is dependent on many factors—and only so many of those are within your control. Here are a few ideas and action items to help you create an energy-savings plan for your commercial buildings. [Read More](https://blog.mcsgo.com/getting-smart-about-energy-savings-for-commercial-properties)