Team Properties Inc.: Preventative Maintenance That Performs

Project Snapshot
  • Client: Team Properties Inc. | Commercial Real Estate
  • Location: Cottage Grove, MN
  • Service Model: Full-spectrum Preventative HVAC Maintenance
  • Start Date: October 2017 | Ongoing Partnership
  • System Focus: RTUs, ductwork inspections, electrical components, economizers, condensate drains

Built

Different

When Team Properties took ownership of two strip centers in Cottage Grove, MN, they also inherited a problem: outdated HVAC systems that hadn’t seen proactive care in years. With performance declining and tenants feeling the heat (and cold), the stakes were high.

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Our Success

Stabilize the infrastructure, eliminate reactive chaos, and engineer a roadmap for performance that lasts. Because good facilities deserve more than fast fixes—they deserve a team that shows up, solves thoroughly, and builds trust for the long haul.

Built Different

“No band-aids. Just better buildings.”

The problem wasn’t just old equipment. It was years of patchwork service and missed maintenance cycles. Gilbert took a fundamentally different approach.

In-House Expertise Across Trades

We assessed each rooftop unit, developed site-specific checklists, and scheduled quarterly inspections based on equipment condition—not arbitrary timelines.

In-House Expertise Across Trades

HVAC servicing was coordinated with electrical system health checks and drain line flushing by our integrated plumbing team—avoiding downstream failures.

Data-Driven Diagnostics

Infrared thermography and airflow measurements helped us benchmark system performance and prioritize interventions.

No-Runaround Response

Tenants and managers got direct access to the people who knew the site—not a call center, not a service queue.

“When working with an experienced tradesman at Gilbert, we’ve noticed they think deeper—offering solutions you won’t find in a manual.”— Vi La Belle, Office Manager, Team Properties Inc.

Built Better

“Less emergency. More efficiency.”

Here’s what happened when proactive maintenance met professional follow-through.

Reduced Runtime Stress

Seasonal inspections included condenser coil cleaning, refrigerant charge optimization, and belt/pulley alignment—reducing wear and extending life.

Lower Energy Bills

Correcting airflow obstructions and economizer settings resulted in up to 12% energy savings per unit.

Fewer Unplanned Breakdowns

Our teams identified vibration anomalies and motor amperage spikes early—fixing small problems before they escalated.

Improved Tenant Satisfaction

Consistent comfort and cleaner air delivery systems kept occupants happy and leases stable.

Budget Clarity

Fixed-cost maintenance agreements gave the client predictability—and removed the dread of surprise service invoices.

This isn’t a “set it and forget it” approach. It’s precision service, engineered for performance and peace of mind.

Built for What's Next

“We didn’t just extend equipment life. We future-proofed the building.”

Gilbert’s preventative maintenance program did more than stabilize current systems—it positioned Team Properties for long-term operational excellence.

Ready for Automation

By documenting baseline equipment performance, we laid the foundation for future integration with building automation systems and real-time monitoring.

Portfolio Playbook

The success of this site became a replicable model for other Team Properties assets—reducing vendor sprawl and centralizing facility standards.

Supports ESG and GRESB Goals

Efficient operations and equipment longevity contribute directly to sustainability metrics, tenant transparency, and investor confidence.

Uptime = Competitive Advantage

In commercial real estate, tenant expectations are rising. Gilbert helped Team Properties stay ahead—delivering reliability that speaks volumes.

What Our Clients
Say About Us

When working with an experienced tradesman at Black Bear, we’ve noticed they think deeper—offering solutions you won’t find in a manual.

Vi La Belle

Office Manager

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