Maintenance & Repairs

This section offers clear, practical guidance to help you maintain your property and fulfill your repair obligations as a rental housing provider. From seasonal upkeep to mold prevention and lead-safe work practices, our articles and resources are designed to support habitability, reduce costly surprises, and keep your units in good condition. Whether you're preparing for move-in or tackling mid-tenancy repairs, you'll find actionable information to stay on top of your responsibilities.

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Help! My tenant says there's mold in the unit!
Help! My tenant says there's mold in the unit!

Dealing with Mold Issues: A Comprehensive Guide for Rental Housing Providers Continue Reading

Postedby BPOA Master
Date posted02/27/2024


Preparing Your Residents for Power Outages
Preparing Your Residents for Power Outages

A handy "Power Outage Preparedness" checklist for you to pass on to your residents. Better education leads to better planning on their part and means less calls to you asking, "Why is my power out?" or "When will my power be back on?" Continue Reading

Postedby Tiffany Van Buren
Date posted04/1/2023


Recorded Webinar: April Showers Bring May Flowers, but Don't Let Water Become a Problem!
Recorded Webinar: April Showers Bring May Flowers, but Don't Let Water Become a Problem!

In this presentation, we'll discuss the basic types of waterproofing elements for decks, balconies, roofs, and basements. We'll explore ome of the ways these systems fail and what to look for when observing and maintaining these elements. The presentation will guide owners on the basics, in order... Continue Reading

Postedby Blake Schatz
Date posted03/9/2023