The exterior of a facility is more than a visual impression—it’s a functional safety layer that protects operations from daily wear, weather exposure, and workplace hazards. In Utah’s varied climate, where heat, wind, and sudden storms can all stress infrastructure, maintaining the outside of a property is essential for minimizing liability, avoiding service interruptions, and keeping operations running smoothly.
Exterior conditions directly influence safety. Uneven sidewalks, deteriorating asphalt, poor drainage, and outdated lighting systems all increase the potential for accidents, particularly in high-traffic commercial and industrial areas. The Utah Labor Commission emphasizes that employers must maintain safe work environments, including all accessible outdoor areas. Preventative maintenance—such as surface repairs, vegetation control, and lighting checks—can significantly reduce workplace incidents tied to neglect.
Hazards can emerge at any time of year. Cracked pavement, pooling water after summer storms, faded safety striping, or blocked loading areas pose safety and operational concerns. Pre-scheduled inspections and service routines ensure that facility managers catch issues before they escalate into downtime or injury. Well-maintained access points, clearly marked pathways, and functional drainage help keep transport, shipping, and personnel movement efficient and safe—regardless of season.
August is the ideal time to assess exterior conditions before colder weather approaches. It’s the final window for repairing sun-damaged pavement, pressure washing buildup from walkways, and cleaning storm drains that collect debris over the summer. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), trip hazards remain one of the top causes of preventable workplace injuries—and many start outside the building. Late-summer maintenance ensures that employees, contractors, and equipment can safely move across exterior surfaces during the busy fall months ahead.
As leaves begin to fall and rainfall increases, exterior systems are tested in new ways. Blocked drains, eroded curbs, and overgrown vegetation can all interfere with drainage, visibility, and access. Catching and addressing these issues early—before they create unsafe conditions—supports both structural longevity and daily usability. Smart property managers use the pre-fall period to complete landscaping touch-ups, inspect perimeters, and schedule light repairs that can be delayed if left too late in the season.
Complete Facility Management Solutions supports commercial, industrial, and food processing facilities across Utah with comprehensive exterior maintenance services. Their teams provide power washing, walkway and parking lot upkeep, drain clearing, safety signage inspection, and minor exterior repairs. By staying ahead of seasonal transitions, they help facilities avoid costly disruptions, meet safety expectations, and support reliable year-round operations.
The exterior of your facility is the first point of contact for people, vehicles, and products. Well-maintained surfaces, drainage systems, and access zones reduce risk while reinforcing professional standards. In Utah’s demanding environment, Complete Facility Management Solutions ensures that what’s outside your building is just as reliable as what’s inside.
