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Services

Coverage of professional services including landscaping, cleaning, repair, and home maintenance.

A futuristic cityscape with drones performing maintenance, illustrating the growth of the soft services facilities management market.

Soft services facilities management market reaches $933B by 2030

The soft services facilities management market is set to expand by nearly $300 billion in just five years, projected to reach $933.

Rick Donovan· Aug 13· 2 min
Grounded airplanes at Philadelphia International Airport during a flight delay caused by an equipment outage and air traffic control staffing issues.

Philadelphia Airport delays flights amid equipment outage

The New York area operates with only 57% of its target air traffic controller staff, a critical factor in FAA ground stops at eight major Northeast airports in 2026.

Rick Donovan· Aug 10· 2 min
A DoorDash drone delivering a food order over a suburban neighborhood at sunset, showcasing the future of rapid delivery.

DoorDash wins FAA approval for drone delivery expansion

Just weeks after receiving FAA approval on July 30, 2026, DoorDash began delivering restaurant orders via drone in select suburban areas.

Rick Donovan· Aug 4· 2 min
Diverse outsourced workers from cleaning, security, and landscape sectors looking towards a brighter future with increased annual leave.

PWM to boost outsourced workers' leave to 10 days from 2029

Approximately 60 percent of outsourced workers in Singapore's cleaning, security, and landscape sectors are set to benefit from an increase in minimum annual leave from seven to 10 days, progressively rolled out from 2029.

Ben Foster· Jul 19· 4 min
Advanced drone system performing critical assessments in a dangerous, unstable mountain environment for avalanche safety.

Drone Technology Adoption Surges in Hazardous Industries: 2026 Trends

The Federal Aviation Administration's approval of the MONTIS drone system for avalanche safety missions marks a significant pivot, empowering machines to undertake some of the riskiest jobs previously

Rick Donovan· Jul 17· 6 min
Holographic AI assistant in a modern living room managing home maintenance tasks and connecting with service providers, showcasing the future of home upkeep.

AI and Smart Home Technologies for Home Maintenance

In South Africa, a single AI-powered home companion platform now connects over 40,000 vetted service companies to approximately R50 million (c.

Rick Donovan· Jul 8· 5 min
The Weave Robotics Isaac 1 robot elegantly folding laundry in a modern, luxurious living room, showcasing advanced home automation.

Weave Robotics unveils Isaac 1, a new home robot

Weave Robotics' new Isaac 1 robot, capable of folding laundry and making beds, demands an $8,000 upfront payment or a $449 monthly subscription, with initial shipments not expected until fall 2026, ac

Rick Donovan· Jul 7· 3 min
A split image of a traditional manufacturing floor with manual labor contrasted against a futuristic, automated factory floor filled with industrial robots.

Robots Surge in Plants Amidst Traditional Industry Fears

While 80% of US manufacturing facilities operate with zero automation, companies like Hyundai are already deploying over 1,000 robots in a single plant, signaling a rapid, bifurcated future.

Rick Donovan· Jul 2· 5 min
Split image contrasting a well-maintained home with a neglected one, highlighting the importance of home maintenance services for efficiency.

Top 9 Home Maintenance Services for Year-Round Efficiency in 2026

While an annual HVAC check-up costs as little as $75, replacing a complete system can drain your bank account by up to $28,000.

Rick Donovan· Jun 30· 6 min
Yarbo's robotic lawn mower and snow blower operating autonomously in a modern backyard, demonstrating year-round yard care capabilities.

Yarbo offers big discounts on robotic lawn mowers and snow blowers

Yarbo is slashing prices by up to $1,400 on its robotic lawn mowers and snow blowers during its Prime Summer Sale, making 2026 a key year for potential buyers.

Rick Donovan· Jun 28· 3 min
A modern automatic pool vacuum cleaning a sparkling blue swimming pool with advanced technology for effortless maintenance.

Explore Automatic Pool Vacuums for Effortless Cleaning

The iGarden K36, a new automatic pool vacuum, boasts a formidable 5810 GPH suction power and a 216-minute runtime.

Luis Ortega· Jun 28· 3 min
Concerned homeowner observes a large franchise service van parked outside their home during summer, questioning the necessity of recommended services.

Summer Home Maintenance: Franchise Service Warnings

Last summer, a Phoenix homeowner faced a $1,200 quote for an 'urgent' AC coil cleaning from a national franchise.

Rick Donovan· Jun 24· 3 min
Futuristic cityscape with AI data streams and Baseten's logo, symbolizing rapid growth and a $13 billion valuation in the AI services sector.

AI services startup Baseten reaches $13B valuation

In June 2026, AI-services startup Baseten, largely unknown two years prior, secured a staggering $13 billion valuation after closing a $1.

Rick Donovan· Jun 23· 3 min
A vast, newly constructed building interior with dust motes visible in light shafts, emphasizing the need for comprehensive post-construction cleaning services.

Construction Cleaning Services Market Sees Strong Growth in 2026

Despite a projected 7.

Scott Ramirez· Jun 19· 3 min
Austin auto repair shop with satisfied customers, highlighting local trust and expertise over national chains.

Top 9 Austin Auto Repair Shops Voted Best by Chronicle Readers

Last year, 78% of Austin Chronicle readers chose an independent, family-owned garage over national chains for critical car repairs.

Luis Ortega· Jun 19· 6 min
A well-organized workshop with an ultraportable power station on the workbench, illuminated by warm sunlight, symbolizing Prime Day deals for DIYers.

Amazon Prime Day 2026 Features Deals for Homeowners and DIYers

An ultraportable power station, essential for any DIYer, is $70 off during Prime Day.

Rick Donovan· Jun 12· 3 min
Business leaders shaking hands in front of a modern office building, symbolizing the acquisition of MN Support Services by Clean Space.

Clean Space Acquires MN Support Services, Bolstering Industry Position

The Clean Space, a national leader in integrated facilities management, expanded its market share by 15% in key metropolitan areas today.

Ben Foster· Jun 8· 3 min
Professional landscaper using modern, quiet battery-powered equipment in a vibrant, sustainable garden setting.

Sustainable Tech Drives Landscaping Shift: What It Means for Services

Despite average landscaping projects costing thousands of dollars, the global market for battery-powered leaf blowers alone is projected to reach US$ 2.

Rick Donovan· Jun 8· 7 min
A smiling cleaner uses eco-friendly products in a bright, modern office with plants, highlighting Class A Clean's sustainable services.

Class A Clean expands eco-friendly commercial and residential services

Class A Clean is expanding its eco-friendly commercial and residential cleaning services across Madison and Southern Wisconsin, according to Lincolnjournal .

Rick Donovan· Jun 5· 3 min
A modern city skyline with a focus on a clean office building, symbolizing the growth of the US janitorial services market and franchise opportunities.

United States janitorial services market sees franchise growth

Despite the U.S. janitorial services market reaching an estimated $81.88 billion in 2025, only 13 percent of facility managers report outsourcing all of their cleaning and maintenance services, accord

Ben Foster· Jun 3· 3 min
A vibrant, modern public park in Saudi Arabia, showcasing green spaces and recreational areas, symbolizing new private sector development opportunities.

Saudi Arabia tenders 50 public parks for development

Fifty public parks across Saudi Arabia are now on the block for private companies to rehabilitate, operate, and maintain for 15 years.

Rick Donovan· May 20· 3 min
A modern home battery system installed on a house with solar panels, set against a sunny California landscape, representing sustainable urban energy.

Home battery systems: Early adoption and California's model

New York City has just installed its first officially permitted home battery storage system, a 19.

Rick Donovan· May 18· 3 min
The Aiper Scuba V3 AI robot cleaning a luxury swimming pool with its powerful 4800 GPH suction, showcasing advanced AI navigation and debris detection.

Aiper Scuba V3 AI Robot Cleans Pools with 4800 GPH Suction

With a staggering 4800 gallons per hour of suction power, the Aiper Scuba V3 can detect over 20 types of debris, promising a level of pool cleanliness previously unattainable without constant human in

Rick Donovan· May 18· 3 min
College baseball player Lee Amedee recognized as a finalist for the Tony Gwynn Community Service Trophy for his extensive volunteer work.

NCBWA Names Finalists for Tony Gwynn Community Service Trophy

Louisiana infielder Lee Amedee has dedicated over 1,000 hours to his community, coaching Little League and visiting cancer patients.

Scott Ramirez· May 7· 4 min
Employees from HDC Hyundai Development Co. volunteering their time to serve lunch to seniors at a community welfare center during IPARK Day.

IPARK Day: Employees volunteer for community lunch

On August 15, HDC Hyundai Development Co.

Scott Ramirez· May 6· 4 min
Professional cleaning crew working efficiently in a large, modern office building, showcasing the growth of the cleaning services market.

Professional cleaning services market sees strong growth

By 2033, the global cleaning services market is projected to reach an astounding $770.

Rick Donovan· Apr 30· 3 min
Modern urban laundromat with customers using digital kiosks and mobile devices to book laundry services, highlighting convenience and technology.

Online laundry services market set for significant global growth

Monthly laundry subscription plans now account for 35% of total bookings, marking a profound shift in how urban households manage chores.

Rick Donovan· Apr 29· 3 min
A perfectly cleaned and fluffy teddy bear resting on a white towel, with a blurred background showing gentle hands caring for another plush toy.

Viral Japanese cleaner offers spa-like plush toy cleaning services

Some customers are now traveling to Japan specifically to have their beloved stuffed animals meticulously cleaned and restored by a viral laundry service.

Rick Donovan· Apr 29· 3 min
Futuristic Shenzhen skyline with advanced humanoid robots and automated vehicles, symbolizing the city's booming robotics sector and technological innovation.

Shenzhen Robotics Sector Achieves Record Growth in 2025

In 2025, Shenzhen's UBTECH Robotics Corp saw its revenue from full-size embodied intelligent humanoid robot products and services skyrocket by an astonishing 2,203.

Rick Donovan· Apr 26· 3 min
Professional cleaning team working in a modern office building at dawn, symbolizing the booming cleaning services market.

Cleaning services market booms, projected to reach $788M by 2035

In a 2025 survey, only 13 percent of facility managers stated they currently outsource all of their cleaning and maintenance services, revealing a massive untapped opportunity in a market already proj

Rick Donovan· Apr 25· 4 min