With costs on the rise, many condominiums are choosing to retain independent contractors to provide superintendent and/or cleaning service.

A deep clean and thorough inspection are extra important for newly built homes during the spring season to help identify and address any damage or defects.

As time and usage take its toll, plumbing systems deteriorate and improper and deferred maintenance lead to disastrous results.

Electronic waste is quickly becoming one of the fastest growing waste streams in the world.

Elevator entrapments are one of the many risks facing high-rise buildings in Ontario. Occupants need to be educated on best practices and what to do during an emergency.

Condo managers who understand a condo’s life stages, hidden damages, and inspections are more likely to develop effective reserve fund plans with logical budget allotments.

The industry panel discussed what capital repairs and replacement costs could potentially be deferred by prolonging the life of various building components and what professional resources to seek for guidance.

What if access is required through a residential unit to perform common element maintenance or repairs to the building in general?

As the landscape of aging condos continues evolving, the need for adequate reserve funds to pay for these repairs assumes greater importance.

Resolving noise complaints requires an understanding of how sound moves through a building and the obligations of a condominium.

Timely maintenance and improvements will play an important role in securing favourable coverage terms and avoiding delays in the renewal process.

This minimum wage increase is larger than most in recent history, second only to that imposed on January 1, 2018.

The first step is to have a landscape architect draft up a preliminary plan for the terrace or balcony renovation.

How can a property manager or board member understand what steps to take when enforcing the governing documents?

AI in condominium property management can have several legal implications, depending on how it is implemented and used. Here are some important legal considerations:

The Canadian Institute of Actuaries’ latest insight statement on the longevity of condo infrastructure explores several risks.

What HVAC contractors do, or don’t do, during maintenance has a significant impact on the repairs, service calls and utilities consumed by mechanical equipment.