One of the most important and valuable tools that association managers and board members can deploy is the use of regular inspections of the building exteriors. A cursory walk and visual inspection can uncover obvious signs of metal corrosion, peeling or blotchy paint, cracks, decayed wood and the like. Exterior, cursory visual inspections should include observation of the following components and/or signs of distress:

Skyrocketing Construction Costs Leave HOAs Trying to Cope with Underfunded Projects. Tackling the uncertainties: Best Practices for Bidding, Budgeting, and Contracting in HOA Projects

Skyrocketing Construction Costs Leave HOAs Trying to Cope with Underfunded Projects. Tackling the uncertainties: Best Practices for Bidding, Budgeting, and Contracting in HOA Projects

The Coachella Valley is rich in its history – from Hollywood’s influence in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s, to today’s diverse, sometimes sprawling destination communities and tourist attractions. Over the past five decades, common interest developments have filled the Valley, making HOA living the most popular method of home owner- ship throughout the Valley today.

When an association is facing a substantial amount of deferred maintenance, requiring a major renovation or repair project – it seems a daunting task. So many moving parts, so much to consider. How can a community that is run by volunteer board members and led by a professional management company know that they are going about it the best, most cost-efficient way, without experiencing a construction and financial nightmare?

When an association is facing the need for reconstruction -- in essence, a major renovation project -- it seems a daunting task. So many moving parts, so much to consider. What to do? How can a community that is run by volunteer board members and led by a professional management company know that they're going about it in the best, most cost efficient way without experiencing a construction nightmare?