How Much Longer is My Roof Going to Last? featured image
How Much Longer is My Roof Going to Last?
A proactive approach to roof management and a eye for detail will help extend the life of your roof (and decide when it’s the right time to purchase a new one).
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Top 3 Benefits of a Building Condition Assessment (BCA) Report
According to conventional wisdom, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it”. That said, how can you be certain when something is functioning at full capacity, simply in need of some TLC, or broken beyond repair? For property owners, knowing the current condition of a building is vital to effective site management. A Building Condition Assessment…
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The Ultimate Guide to Building Condition Assessments
Building Condition Assessments (BCAs) are essential for evaluating the state of a building and identifying any maintenance or repair needs. Whether you are a building owner, facility manager, or real estate professional, conducting a thorough assessment can help you make informed decisions about property management, budgeting, and planning. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of…
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Roof Maintenance: Do I Have Enough Funding Money to Fix My Roof?
As a commercial property owner, the idea of repairing or replacing your roof can feel like a thankless task. Unlike an aesthetic remodeling project with that glamourous ‘wow’ factor, a new roof may seem to go unnoticed by potential stakeholders such as tenants or customers. However, the importance of roof maintenance cannot be overlooked or…
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AEL environment Announces Expansion with New Mississauga Office
We have exciting news for all property developers, sellers, managers, and buyers located in the Greater Toronto Area – AEL environment is opening a new office in the heart of Mississauga. The new Mississauga location will allow us to increase the accessibility of our services – while still retaining the benefit of our extensive team…
What is a Building Condition Assessment (BCA) and Why Do I Need One? featured image
What is a Building Condition Assessment (BCA) and Why Do I Need One?
When it comes to owning or managing a building, whether it’s a commercial space, a residential complex, or some other type of facility, understanding its condition is essential. A building is more than just bricks and mortar – it is an intricate system of various components that require regular maintenance, care, and occasional repairs. That’s…
Conventional Vs. Inverted Roofing: Which Roof System is Right for You? featured image
Conventional Vs. Inverted Roofing: Which Roof System is Right for You?
An expert in Building Condition Assessments (BCAs) can evaluate your specific site and make recommendations to help you plan for the timing and cost of roofing repairs or upgrades, as well as other building features, and will consider your overall site goals.
To Repair or Replace: What is the Best Option for Your Roof? featured image
To Repair or Replace: What is the Best Option for Your Roof?
To repair or to replace? That is the question. In fact, industry experts have been grappling with this age-old query for years. But what is the very best option for your roof? How you choose to answer this question depends on a variety of factors, including personal site goals, budget, and more. Other points of…
What Happens if My Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) Report is Older than 18 Months? featured image
What Happens if My Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) Report is Older than 18 Months?
ESAs are a snapshot of the environmental conditions at a property at a moment in time. However, properties are dynamic and change over time. Consider over a few years an area can go from a farmer’s field to a residential development with businesses and infrastructure to support it. A property may have new tenants, or…
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Key Steps in an Environmental Site Assessment (ESA)
Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) are a prescriptive process (meeting CSA or O. Reg. 153/04 standards) used to understand the environmental condition of a property. An ESA can be used to make informed decisions about property transactions, identify certain baseline environmental features, meet regulatory requirements, and identify areas on a site requiring remediation. Generally, ESAs follow a phased…