The Hidden Cost of Deferred HVAC Maintenance Written By: Dawn Neville, VETS Group Deferred today. Paid for tomorrow. Condominium boards and property managers face difficult choices every budget season. Rising operating costs, reserve fund obligations, insurance premiums and inflation all compete for limited resources. When budgets tighten, HVAC maintenance can appear to be one of…
When Power Fails,Will Your Building Be Ready? Protecting People, Property and Peace of Mind Through Routine Inspection, Testing and Maintenance Written by: Ryan Kranic, Territory Manager, Equipment Sales and Preventative Maintenance Sales with Frontier Power Products ULC Emergency generators are among the most important life safety systems in a building, yet they’re often the least…
Preventative Maintenance:Protecting Condominium Communities Through A Proactive Approach Written by: Rebekah Barron, Broker/Owner | Realty Key Group Inc. Condominium corporations across Alberta face increasing pressure to balance operating costs, reserve fund obligations, owner expectations, and the long-term health of their buildings. While some corporations focus heavily on reactive repairs after issues arise, it is important…
Too Hot to Ignore:Managing Heat in Alberta Condos Written By: Thomas Patrick, M.Sc., EIT, and Joseph Der, M.Sc., P.Eng. Across Western Canada, extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and severe. For condominium boards, this creates a growing challenge: maintaining resident comfort and safety in buildings that were not designed for prolonged hot weather. Many…
Controlling Rising Costs:The Strategic Value of Real-Time Energy Optimization Written by: Geoffrey McNeil, CEO | Optiem Energy For most condominium boards in Alberta, the monthly utility bill has become a source of growing concern. Energy costs are now among the most volatile line items to forecast. In a deregulated electricity market subject to weather events,…
Paved for Protection:Prevent Lawsuits with Smart Asphalt Maintenance Article by Smartfix Asphalt Infrared Repair Pavement is easy to overlook—until it becomes a problem. Those cracks and potholes aren’t just eyesores—they’re legal and financial risks that condo boards can’t afford to ignore. Routine maintenance is about more than curb appeal—it’s about safety, liability, and peace of…
Attic Inspections:Typical Problems and Unique Case Solutions Written by: Written by: Allan C. King, P. Eng., LCCI., FCCI. Attic investigations are an essential component of residential and commercial property assessments. Although often overlooked, the attic can provide critical insight into a building’s energy efficiency, environmental health, and potential sources of moisture-related problems. This article outlines…
Rising Construction Costs in Northern AlbertaWhat you need to know Written by: Omar Khan, Normac From tariffs and labour shortages to climate disasters and surging demand, construction costs in Northern Alberta are climbing faster than the national average—what condo boards need to know to stay ahead. Across Canada, construction headlines in 2025 point to a…
Independent Telecom is Changing the Game:What It Means for Alberta Condos Written by: Michael Ofstedahl, TechConnect Edmonton As technology reshapes how we live, independent telecom providers are stepping up with flexible, affordable, and innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of condo communities. The only thing that remains consistent in the technological world is change.…
Harnessing The SunA Guide to Installing Solar Panels on a Condominium Written by: Matt Ingvardsen & Melissa L.Stappler Shared roofs, legal hurdles, and complex decision-making may seem like barriers—but with the right planning, solar energy is well within reach for condominium communities. From funding incentives to board approvals, this guide walks you through the practical…