The Building Doctor Show

The Building Doctor Show

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The Building Doctor Show episodes

  • Window Retrofit: What Every HOA Should Know Before Replacing Windows - Ep.55.5

    Window replacement gets pitched as fast, clean, and hassle-free, but what actually determines whether it lasts has nothing to do with the window itself. It's what happens in the 2-inch behind the trim that nobody sees.

    In this episode, your Building Doctor Jens walks through what a correct one requires, how the window retrofit market works, what to ask before your board signs anything, and answer all your questions about window replacements. 

     

    Free Window Replacement Guide:

    https://learn.j2consultants.com/window-replacement-guide

    36 min
  • Window Retrofit: What Every HOA Should Know Before Replacing Windows - Ep.55

    Window replacement gets pitched as fast, clean, and hassle-free, but what actually determines whether it lasts has nothing to do with the window itself. It's what happens in the 2-inch behind the trim that nobody sees.

    In this episode, your Building Doctor Jens walks through what a rushed install looks like, what a correct one requires, how the window retrofit market works, and what to ask before your board signs anything.

    Things covered in this episode:

    • What a rushed install looks like

    • What a correct one requires

    • How the window retrofit market works

    • What to ask before your board signs anything

       

      Free Window Replacement Guide:

      https://learn.j2consultants.com/window-replacement-guide

      28 min
    • Fall Maintenance Roundtable: Bring Your Building Back to School - Ep.54.5

      In this special episode, Thomas, Jerod and Matt keep the candid and experience-driven conversation going, and answer all of your questions regarding fall maintenance and everything else. 

       

      More free resources to explore:

      1. Free Guide - Why You Need a Consultant, Not Just a Contractor: https://learn.j2consultants.com/why-you-need-a-consultant-not-just-a-contractor-j2-consultants

      2. Free Flyer - HVAC Installation Guideline: https://learn.j2consultants.com/hvac-installation-guideline-flyer

      3. Free Guide - Window Replacement: https://learn.j2consultants.com/window-replacement-guide

      33 min
    • Fall Maintenance Roundtable: Bring Your Building back to School - Ep.54

      Every property will face wet season at some point. The maintenance you stay on top of before the rain arrives, and the budget decisions you make alongside it, are what determine whether fall and winter are routine or expensive.

      In this special panel episode, Thomas sits down with Jerod and Matt for a candid, experience-driven conversation on what fall maintenance should look like, and the budget planning that ties it all together. They will also answer all your questions regarding fall maintenance.

      45 min
    • How to Hire (and Fire) a Contractor - Ep.53.5

      This is the second half of the special panel episode. In this one, Thomas, Ken, Del, Jerod continued to discuss about what your contract needs to protect you, what red flags look like before you sign, and what to do when a project goes wrong. They also answer the questions you have.

       

      Topics covered in this episode

      • What the red flags look like before you sign
      • What to do when a project goes sideways mid-construction
      • 45 min
      • How to Hire a Contractor - Ep. 53

        In this special panel episode, Thomas sits down with Ken, Del, Jerod for a candid, experience-driven conversation on what a well-run contractor process should look like, including how to structure your bid process, what your contract needs to protect you, what red flags look like before you sign, and what to do when a project goes wrong.

         

        Topics covered in this episode

        • How to structure your bid process
        • What your contract actually needs to protect you
        • 44 min
        • How to Make Your Summer Deck Parties Safe Q & A - Ep.52.5

          In this episode, your Building Doctor Jens answers all your questions about decks, balconies and railings, so that you can enjoy your summer parties with more confidence and peace of mind.

           

          More resources mentioned in this episode:

          HVAC Installation guide - https://learn.j2consultants.com/hvac-installation-guideline-flyer
          Window replacement guide - https://learn.j2consultants.com/window-replacement-guide
          WUCIOA guide - https://learn.j2consultants.com/wucioa-your-board
          Deck maintenance guide - https://learn.j2consultants.com/deck-guide

          14 min
        • How to Make Your Summer Deck Parties Safe - Ep.52

          Summer means residents are spending more time outdoors, gathering on decks, relaxing on balconies, and leaning on railings that may have been exposed to years of weather, wear, and hidden deterioration. While these building components are easy to overlook, small maintenance issues can quickly become safety concerns, insurance headaches, and costly repairs if left ignored.

          In this episode, your Building Doctor Jens talks about the top 7 deck, balcony, and railing mistakes boards make, common warning signs that may indicate hidden problems. He also discusses when a maintenance issue becomes a liability concern and what boards can do today to reduce risk and protect their communities.

          40 min
        • How a Faction Group Can Cost Your Building Everything - Ep.51

          Every community has passionate residents. But when passion turns into faction and debate turns into character attacks, the consequences can be far more damaging than any physical repair. In this episode, your Building Doctor discusses how to tell the difference between a concerned resident and a rabble rouser, what really happens when a faction overthrows the board or fires the entire team, and how to deal with chaos before it spirals.

           

          Topics covered in this episode:

          • How to tell the difference between a concerned resident and a rabble rouser

          • What really happens when a faction overthrows the board or fires the entire team

          • How to deal with chaos before it spirals

             

            47 min

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