Did you know that more than half of your utility costs are linked to your electricity use? And of that portion, almost a quarter is solely from lighting. Think of how much it costs to simply keep the lights on! By making the choice to up your lighting efficiency, expect to save thousands of dollars…
In many parts of the country, harsh winter weather is looming dangerously closer. Property managers usually think that a fall maintenance routine only consists of raking leaves and clearing gutters among other tasks, but fall is actually the perfect season to prepare your properties for winter. If your property is in an area that goes…
Property managers know that no two properties are the same. Real estate management solutions that work for a multi-family residence might not work for a commercial building and vice-versa. This is why a custom utility billing program offers the best value and is a practical solution to rising utility costs. At United Utility Services, we…
Many clients initially think of the effort needed to implement submetering in their properties, but when they realize the vast number of benefits they can get from the system, they immediately realize its worth. Aside from cutting down on utilities bills and maintenance, an increase in building efficiency and better tenant relations is guaranteed as…
The cold weather has an impact on your energy use. More energy is used for each degree the temperature drops outside. Significant changes between the outside temperature makes your heating system work much harder and requires more energy. As your energy consumption increases, so does your energy bill. This is true for homes that don’t…
With the continuous rise of energy rates and the tightening of budgets, efficiency measures are one of the few ways that schools can save money without cutting back on their educational programs. Securing the benefits of these efficiency upgrades begins with submetering. Why Should Campuses Focus On Submetering? The traditional method of tracking energy use…
Have your tenants asked you to submeter their commercial space yet? If not, then they probably will soon! With submetering, your tenants are sure that their bills and leasing structure are just, that they have a return on investment of their individual energy conservation projects, and that they can proudly identify as sustainability leaders. Here…
One of the best ways to attain optimum facility performance while ensuring energy conservation expectations are met is through tenant engagement. Make the most of the additional savings from submetering and other methods by aiding your tenants in joining you in your conservation efforts. While there is no one-size-fits-all technique to engage every tenant, there…
Does your property currently have a commercial kitchen? If it does, then it’s most likely the source of the majority of your energy intensive operations. More often than not, it can use around five times more energy than any other area in your facility. Here are a few tips on how to cut down on…
Submetering systems can transform your investment and is a utility that can be used in more than just residential properties. United Utility Services has had great success in implementing submetering solutions in most, if not all, of these markets. Make the switch today: Multifamily: Duplex, Triplex, Apartments, Campuses, Hi-Rise, Lo-Rise, etc. Whether your multifamily property…
