In this show, your Building Doctor breaks down how earthquakes affect the building envelope—your walls, windows, doors, and roof—and what steps you can take to minimize damage before the next big shake. From common failures to retrofitting strategies, we’ll guide you through the essentials of keeping your building safe and standing. Don’t wait until the ground moves!

Topics covered in this show:

Earthquake Awareness Month

How Earthquakes Affect the Building and Envelope

Methods to Protect Your Building

Inspections Before & After Earthquakes

Preventative Maintenance 

Retrofitting the Building Envelope for Seismic Safety

Post-Earthquake Repairs

Earthquake Insurance

This is the part 2 for Fire Safety and Building Maintenance.

With recent wildfires in Los Angeles highlighting the dangers, it's more important than ever to ensure you are equipped with fire safety knowledge and your property is prepared.

What's in the show:

With recent wildfires in Los Angeles highlighting the dangers, it's more important than ever to ensure you are equipped with fire safety knowledge and your property is prepared. In this episode, your Building Doctor tackles fire safety for your building, giving essential tips for fire-resistant building maintenance, and discussing how to mitigate risks for HOA communities and property management. 

What's in the show:

In this episode, your Building Doctor answers the questions you have at the end of 2024. From the concept of "Building Doctor" and why you need one, to HOA budgeting and building maintenance, he is here to provide expert insights for you and your community. 

Remember to send us your questions and feedback. Your Building Doctor and the team are always here to help. 

Free resources:

In this episode, your Building Doctor helps you turn the Angst about your building into Thanks! We've listed 10 top Angst-giving issues that the Boards are facing, from budget battles and reserve shortages to unexpected repair surprises that seem to pop up just in time for the holidays.

What's in the show:

In this episode, your Building Doctor helps you turn the Angst about your building into Thanks! We've listed 10 top Angst-giving issues that the Boards are facing, from budget battles and reserve shortages to unexpected repair surprises that seem to pop up just in time for the holidays.

What's in this episode:

In this episode, your Building Doctor addresses how to avoid the horrors in your buildings. After talking about 18 spookiest damage cases in the last episode, Building Doctor gives the tips and answers some great questions from the audience. 

What's in this episode:

Tips to avoid horrors in your buildings

Q &A session

Free training for you

In this episode, your Building Doctor talks about The Horrifying Secrets Lurking Under Your Cladding (Why you need an inspection). We’ve prepared 18 spookiest damage cases we’ve seen lately. So get ready for this spooky tour. Your Building Doctor also gives you some tips to avoid these horrors in your buildings.

What's in this episode:

Some common symptoms of sick buildings

18 spookiest damage cases we've seen recently

Tips to avoid horrors in your buildings

"What should be included in my fall maintenance checklist?"

"Is it necessary to service the HVAC system before winter?"

"I've heard my neighbor had ice dams on the roof last winter. How can I prevent it?"

"Should I remove the portable air-conditioner before winter comes?"

In this episode, Building Doctor Jens answers some questions about fall maintenance tips to protect your building. This podcast is part of our monthly free webinar. If you want the full experience of the show, you can sign up here: Building Doctor Show: Monthly Webinar (j2consultants.com)

What's in this show:

Autumn Armor – The Importance of Fall Maintenance

Start with A Physical Inspection

Inspect and Address Leaks

Check Windows and Doors

Clean Roofs and Gutters

Prepare Decks and Patios

Landscaping Tips

Other Items

Action Items

Q/A

"What should be included in my fall maintenance checklist?"

"Is it necessary to service the HVAC system before winter?"

"I've heard my neighbor had ice dams on the roof last winter. How can I prevent it?"

"Should I remove the portable air-conditioner before winter comes?"

In this episode, Building Doctor Jens walks you through the fall maintenance tips to protect your building, helps you keep your property in top shape before the rains hit. The goal of this show is to give you the resources and timing triggers to get your community ready for the Fall and Winter weather.

What's in this show:

Autumn Armor – The Importance of Fall Maintenance

Start with A Physical Inspection

Inspect and Address Leaks

Check Windows and Doors

Clean Roofs and Gutters

Prepare Decks and Patios

Landscaping Tips

Other Items

Action Items

Q/A