Maintenance is the key to longevity of your property. Neglect can detract from the value very quickly, and even worse, it can shorten the lifespan of anything from siding and roofing to gutters and decks. As a community manager, you have spent a lot of money investing in your property and shouldn’t be faced with the possibility of premature replacement to the tune of tens of thousands of dollars or more.
That’s why planned exterior and interior maintenance for your multi-family property or HOA is so critical. You may not like the fact that you have to shell out money on a seasonal or annual basis. But think of it as an investment in your future. You’ll be saving yourself a lot of headaches and expenses down the road. Your tenants will be happier and safer, and as a result, you will be too.
We understand it can be complicated trying to find someone to do all those repairs and maintenance tasks whenever they come up. That’s why it’s helpful to develop a trusting, long-lasting relationship with a contractor that specializes in HOA and apartment complex maintenance and construction.
Want to save money on operating, replacement and repair costs in the long run? Here are the reasons why you should.
1. Planned Maintenance Reduces the Need For Repairs
Fixing small issues before they become bigger – and more expensive – problems saves you money over the long haul. Let’s say you ignore a small leak in one of your roofs. You let it go, thinking it’s no big deal. But fast forward a few months from now and you have a full-blown hole in the roof that’s leaking into your tenant’s unit, causing water and mold damage. What started out as a relatively inexpensive repair (the small hole in the roof) has now escalated into a very expensive project that requires roof repair, water damage restoration and mold remediation. Take care of the small things now so you aren’t surprised with big repair bills later.
2. Planned Maintenance Preserves Your Exteriors
Regular maintenance ensures your exteriors are safe guarded against the elements. Your siding, roofing, common areas and parking lots take a lot of abuse from Mother Nature. As such, when you neglect those exteriors and ignore the effects of the weather, this can result in premature degradation. And what does that lead to? You guessed it — costly replacement well before you would otherwise need to. Failure to maintain your exteriors through all seasons can reduce their lifespan by many years. If a total roof replacement isn’t in your budget right now because you thought you could get five more years out of it, that proposition can be a shocking one indeed.
3. Planned Maintenance Reduces Tenant Turnover
With annual and seasonal maintenance plans in place, your property’s safety, functionality and appearance will attract and retain the best tenants and residents. A cluttered, unsafe property that’s in poor condition will turn future tenants off and anger your current ones. This can result in large rates of turnover, forcing you to have to worry about filling units on a frequent basis. A predictable, safe, and aesthetically pleasing property makes your tenants happy, who in turn will be more likely to stay put for a long time.
Contact Allstar Construction and Maintenance
Allstar Construction and Maintenance offers a variety of maintenance plans that may suit your needs including:
- Seasonal Maintenance Plans
- Predictive Maintenance Plans
- Deferred Maintenance Plans
- Emergency Maintenance Plans
To talk to us about setting up a planned maintenance program call (952) 234-9995 or contact us online today.
