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Category: Maintenance & Operations

What are Ice Dams and How to Prevent Them?

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article originally appeared on Eiseman Construction’s blog and is shared by permission. Winter’s arrival brings picturesque scenes of frost on windowpanes, snow people in the yard, snow-covered roofs, and icicles hanging from eaves. However, the season’s snowy charm also can bring headaches for homeowners such as icy sidewalks, snow removal, and ice dams.  […]

Winter Tree Care Tips

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article courtesy of The Davey Tree Expert Co. When trees fall and wreck cars, homes, and roads, it can feel random and unpredictable. But there are steps you can take to keep you and your trees safe – and with winter storms just around the corner, fall is the time to do […]

Leave the Leaves, or Not

Fall Leaf Management Tips from a Certified Arborist Fall brings important responsibilities for homeowners to ensure your yard remains healthy and beautiful: raking and managing fallen leaves. While leaves offer valuable nutrients and a habitat for wildlife, they can also become a breeding ground for pests, diseases, and potential hazards. This article will explore the […]

The Champlain Towers Collapse and Its Implications for the Condo Industry

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SPONSORED CONTENT In the preparation of this article Chat GPT-4 has been used as a reference. By Mitchell H. Frumkin, PE, RSPresident Kipcon Inc.Chair CAI National Condominium Safety, Public Policy Task Force The tragic collapse of the Champlain Towers Condominium in Surfside, Florida in 2021 not only devastated families and communities but has also sent […]

Get Charged Up!

SPONSORED CONTENT Get Charged Up with Falcon – Your Trusted Advisor for EV Charging Stations in Your Community! EDITOR’S NOTE: The following article is a sponsored educational blog post. Interested in purchasing a sponsored blog post? Contact CAI Keystone Manager of Membership & Marketing Amanda Henderson for more information. Why an expert is beneficial to […]

Mold v. Mildew: What’s the Difference?

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article originally appeared on the Unlimited Restoration blog and is reprinted by permission of Unlimited Restoration. Mold and mildew can harm people and damage buildings, but which is worse? How can you tell if there’s mold or mildew in your building? Is there even a difference? The short answer is there is […]

Enhancing Building Envelope Assessments: Top 5 Trending Technology Advancements

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EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was originally shared by author Tyler Logar, EIT on LinkedIn and is reprinted by permission of the author. As the demands for sustainability, energy efficiency, and structural integrity continue to rise, the field of building envelope assessments is benefiting from remarkable technological advancements. These innovations are revolutionizing the way engineers evaluate […]

Minimize Stormwater Impact from Residential & Commercial Development

EDITOR’S NOTE: This blog post originally appeared on Bustamante Engineers, Inc. blog and is shared by permission of the author. Learn more about Bustamante Engineers, Inc. at the end of this article. Stormwater management facilities are man-made structures that help reduce flooding, slow down water flow and clean pollutants from water. Well-maintained stormwater management facilities […]

Ice Dams: Danger From Above

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Jacki Weston Silveri, CDMP, PCM | Eastern Diversified Services Prior to my employment at Eastern Diversified Services (EDS), I had the misfortune of incurring an ice dam at my own home. Until that day, I’d never even heard of an ice dam! Three of my children and I were enjoying a game of Monopoly and […]