DST Assurance Program™: Multiple Ways Your Business Can Benefit
Save on Repair and Maintenance Budgets
On average, the cost of repair and maintenance for commercial buildings is $1.80 per square foot or 25% of a building’s operating expenses. By utilizing a strong maintenance strategy, this cost can be reduced by as much as 40%.
Types of Maintenance Strategies
Reactive: action is only taken when something fails with no routine checks
Preventative: inspections are on a timed interval with scheduled equipment downtime
Predictive: regular noninvasive measurements are taken to assess future failure
Of the three, predictive maintenance provides the greatest savings, as monitoring does not require equipment downtime and repairs are planned and only made when needed. The DST Assurance Program™ is a major part of an effective predictive maintenance program.
Reduce Utility Bills by Stopping Energy Loss
A building generally loses 10% to 15% of its total energy costs by unknown means. For a typical 50,000 square foot building, this loss may be up to $11,000 per year. Causes can include hidden leaks, gaps, and worn components that are difficult to detect. With the DST Assurance Program™, these situations are easily identified in a non-invasive manner and resolved.
Improve Customer Satisfaction and Lease Renewals
The DST Assurance Program™ also supports increased tenant satisfaction and retention. As needed repairs are made on a planned basis, it is possible to schedule them at a time convenient for all parties involved. Another example is the HVAC system. It is a large cost driver for a building in addition to playing an important part in customer satisfaction. A major tenant complaint is often that the building is too hot or too cold. By utilizing the DST Assurance Program™ to identify HVAC trouble spots, corrections are possible, ensuring an even temperature.