Condo Maintenance: Preserve the Envelope, Protect Your BudgetA Guide to Proactive, Preventative Maintenance. Written by: Allan C. King, P. Eng., ACCI., FCCI. No condo board wants to deal with soaring repair costs or premature exterior failure, yet many buildings are on that path without realizing it. This guide outlines simple yet crucial steps to extend…
Energy-Saving Tips For Condo OwnersNavigating Alberta’s Deregulated Utility Market Written by: Katherine Topolniski, CCI North Alberta Knowing how to navigate Alberta’s deregulated utility market and implement smart energy-saving strategies can help you cut down on soaring utility bills. With rising energy costs, condo communities are looking for ways to reduce expenses. There are several effective…
by Keller Engineering, Reprint with permission Understanding Roof Anchors and Requirements “The windows are scheduled to be washed next week! But have the roof anchors been certified for use?”. We frequently encounter Property Managers who require inspection of the roof anchors that form a part of their fall arrest system. Often, the Property Managers are not aware of whether…
by Rebekah Barron, Development Manager at NB Benny’s Contracting Ltd. How to Hire a Snow Removal Contractor Choosing the right snow removal contractor is crucial when it comes to maintaining your property or condominium! Whether you’re an Owner or a Property Manager, you want to ensure the contractor you hire is reliable, efficient, and follows…
by Steven DeLuca – Project Manager, EXP Engineering Being On Top of Your Balcony One of the many perks of owning a condominium is having access to an exclusive balcony. The balcony gives condominium owners a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and extend their living space. Although the balcony has its positives, it also…
by Glen Gordon, P. Eng, MBA – Co-Founder and CEO, Unico Power Corp Making Your Condo EV Ready The age of Electric Vehicles is here. It’s not just California and Vancouver that have seen them on the roads, but right here in Alberta. Chances are you already know someone that drives electric, and if your…
by Max Pharaon, BuildingLink Canada Are you considering creating a sustainability plan to reduce your building’s carbon footprint and reduce energy costs? Are you thinking about implementing an efficient and safe usage of amenities? From simply updating your lighting to LED to replacing all your windows…the options are endless, costly and overwhelming all without knowing…
By Rebecca Medel The days are getting longer, the air is warmer and it’s safe to say that everyone is happier that six months of winter has ended. And you know what that means for condominium corporations—spring cleanup. The projects that were held over from 2018 (or longer, depending on your reserve fund), the…
Resolving Odour Transfer Issues in Condominiums Using Logical Sequencing Since recreational cannabis was legalized throughout Canada this fall, engineers are increasingly being asked how to resolve unintended odour transfer in condominiums. Leading up to October 17th, 2018, there seemed to be much concern and confusion with Boards of Directors scrambling to institute rules or by-laws…
By Hanna Tough What type of illumination does your building use? Did you get on the eco train right away, or is your building still working overtime to produce enough energy to light common areas 24/7? The condominium market continues to be dominated by sales of halogen lamps and CFLs (compact fluorescent lamps) rather than…