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free steel water hoses for washing
machines; suggest the installation of
check valves for easily shutting off
water in units; check (and replace
as needed)underground plumbing
that is 30 years old or older; enforce
the installation of washing machine
and water heater pans for collection
of possible water leaks in second
floor units; require new water heaters
every ten years; enforce maintaining
a temperature of 60 degrees in
vacant units or empty units; winterize
all common area pool restrooms;
and remind residents how to guard
against frozen pipes.
For roof issues,
schedule gutter cleaning before the
winter; schedule roof inspections for
loose shingles and missing flashing
twice a year; be sure to have pro-
cedures in place for residents when
roof leaks occur during heavy rains
(notice explaining that roof leaks
cannot be repaired during storms;
note that wet sheetrock that is hold-
ing water should be punctured and
the water collected in buckets etc.);
be sure all roof leaks are repaired as
soon as possible.
For drainage area
problems
that could effect leaks in
basement areas and laundry rooms,
drywells and diverters should be
installed.
• Pools – Pool safety includes proper
signage, slip free surfaces, clear
rules and regulations; proper water
testing by third party laborato-
ry; proper electrical (bonding and
grounding) as per code; must be
MANAGEMENT
TRENDS...
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