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The Independent Property Manager, Are We a Good Fit for Your Needs? – Winter 2025

The role of an independent property management company consists of many layers, some of which are mutually exclusive, and others that are closely interconnected. In short, our job is to mediate the relationship between two main parties – the tenant and the landlord. In doing so, we are responsible for assisting our clients in the… View Blog Post

Condo Living Etiquiette: Avoiding Chargebacks – Winter 2025

For those new to living in condo communities, a common pitfall that residents experience is missing a service call or inspection. Condo corporations require routine access to suites for mandatory maintenance on various components of the condo unit. These include, but are not limited to: Fire/smoke alarm safety tests Annual fire safety equipment inspections Fan… View Blog Post

What to Expect When Your Appliances Break Down – Winter 2025

Appliance breakdowns are often frustrating and time-consuming ordeals for all parties involved. It is in both the landlord and tenant’s best interest to ensure that appliances are kept in good working condition, however regardless of how careful we are, breakdowns can be inevitable. Depending on the nature of the breakdown, and the appliance in question,… View Blog Post

General Home Appliance Maintenance – Winter 2025

Whether you rent or own property, regular maintenance is critical for extending the lifespan of your appliances, and avoiding the inconveniences and costly repairs associated with unexpected breakdowns and machine inefficiency. Your foundational maintenance tasks should include: Cleaning and replacing appliance filters when needed Dishwashers, washing machines, dryers and fan coils have filters that can… View Blog Post

Reducing Condensation in the Home – Winter 2025

While some humidity is necessary for comfort, too much can eventually lead to damage of your windows, drywall, flooring, and more. Condensation can form in your home at any time throughout the year. When warm air collides with cold surfaces, or if humidity levels are too high, water will collect as droplets on cold surfaces…. View Blog Post

10 Things to Remember If You Are Going Away – Winter 2024

There are a few things we would like everyone to keep note of during this time, with respect to condominium living, especially if you are planning to take time away from the condo suite. 1) Turn off your main water supply line To avoid any unwanted flooding or leaking, please locate the main water shutoff… View Blog Post

Cleaning Your Ceiling Lint Traps – Fall 2024

Condos with ensuite laundry will have two lint traps. The first is the typical lint trap that we are all familiar with, located and shipped within the door of the dryer. The second is a secondary, or supplemental lint trap which is located in the ceiling of the laundry room. The trap shipped with the… View Blog Post

Thermostat Maintenance: When to Change Your Batteries – Fall 2024

We rely on our HVAC systems to regulate the temperature inside condo units as the seasons change. If the digital display of your thermostat has gone blank, or you are getting the appropriate error code, then you may need to replace the batteries. Newer thermostat models may indicate “low battery”, or make a beeping noise… View Blog Post

How to Reset Your Breaker – Fall 2024

One of the most common culprits of power loss in condos is a tripped breaker panel. The number one cause of a tripped breaker is an overloaded circuit, often due to multiple power drawing sources connected at once. The breaker will trip when it senses an abnormal power draw, and shuts off the flow of… View Blog Post

Resetting Your HVAC System – Fall 2024

As of the end of October, your condo building has successfully switched its HVAC system from cooling (AC) to heating (Heat). It is important to note that after the switch is complete, the heating/cooling system will often need to be rebalanced in the building before it becomes fully operational. As adjustments are made, individual unit… View Blog Post

Cooling to Heating Switchover – Reminder to Tenants – Fall 2024

It is the time of year for your building’s cooling to heating switchover. Every spring and fall, when buildings switch from AC to heat and vice versa, your onsite management needs to balance uncertain weather forecasts and the availability of contractors. If the switch occurs too early, we have historically experienced complaints from residents. If… View Blog Post