Management
Grey water technology flush with savings
Grey water recovery systems are starting to gain traction in commercial and multi-residential buildings because of their ...
U.S. flag flap raises important question
A recent U.S. case has raised the issue of whether a condo owner has the right to display a flag in their unit window.
Responding to enforcement letters
Many condominium disputes can be resolved a lot sooner and for much less money if unit owners simply respond to ...
Tips to prevent mould growth
Building management needs to understand what conditions are necessary for mould growth, so it can ultimately prevent it.
Cleaning chemicals create post-flood hazards
Cleanup of flood damaged properties must be approached with a knowledge of chemistry so that the cleaning ...
Smoking ignites conflict in condos
With people more aware of the health dangers of second-hand smoke, there are more conflicts between smokers and ...
Baby boomers could boost demand for condos
Today, an increasing number of baby boomers are looking to shed their single-detached homes for condominiums.
Proceed with caution when entering units
A condo board may gain access to an owner's unit under select circumstances, not on suspicion the owner is breaking ...
Energy-saving checklist for facility managers
Here are seven strategies to reduce energy wastage.
Power of dust powder in eradicating bedbugs
Ranking high in safety, effectiveness and versatility, dust formulations should be part of a proper bedbug treatment plan.
More dense living, more pest problems
Multi-residential dwellings are at greater risk of pest activity, so it’s important to be proactive rather than reactive with pest management treatments.
Mandatory qualifications for condo managers
The Ontario government has given the "green light" to mandatory qualifications for condominium managers.
Bird control for building managers
Property managers can lose thousands of dollars and clients due to birds roosting and nesting on their buildings.
The scoop on pets in condos
Condo owners often ask about various issues relating to pets, particularly if certain pets are permitted to reside in a building. The first thing a condo board ...
Incentive programs test patience
Delays in the rollout of many of the OPA's CDM programs have now necessitated a one-year extension to what was ...
Energy cost reduction strategies
Most building managers keep track of the cost of their energy bills. However, few pay attention to how much energy ...
Capitalizing on solar’s gain
The process of adding solar panels to a building's roof or adjacent land can be made much simpler and less expensive than what is probably thought.
