Author: hdenbak

Guarding Against Overnight Commercial Kitchen Fires

Fire is an essential element in commercial kitchens, transforming raw ingredients into delicious, artful dishes that support businesses and lure loyal customers. When fire escapes its confines, however, it destroys thriving food establishments in minutes. Fires that spread when the kitchen is closed are a particular risk in the current… Read more »

New office: Will and Southwest Cook County, IL

A New Year, A New Paul Davis! Paul Davis is starting the year off strong with the exciting news of a new office opening in Will and Southwest Cook County, IL. New owner, Bill O’Connor joins Paul Davis as a career changer following 20 years in the investing/finance world. An impressive resume… Read more »

Paul Davis Provides Support for Local Communities

As the new year begins, Paul Davis continues to dedicate its time and care to neighbours in all of our communities, working safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s a privilege to call these communities home and to lend our people, funding, equipment and time to worthy causes. Here’s where Paul… Read more »

Let’s Stop the 45% of Commercial Property Fires That Are Arson

Local fire officials estimate that as many as half of all fires are intentionally set. Why do arsonists act? Possible motives are many: thrill-seeking, vandalism, concealing a crime, revenge, profit/insurance fraud/debt elimination and terrorism may prompt these criminals to act. Arson is more than a property crime. It inflicts grave… Read more »

As Commercial Buildings Age Pipe Leaks Spring Eternal

“Many – perhaps even most - older commercial buildings are equipped with piping that is very often no longer sound,” says Andrew Golkin, President Paul Davis of Suburban Virginia. “Perhaps the system was state-of-the-art at the time of installation – yet that piping type is now recognized as problematic. Or,… Read more »