Work orders don't stop after the turn. Heating and cooling, plumbing, electrical, appliances and grounds all need reliable partners who answer the phone and show up when a resident is waiting.
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Each one opens a short guide, then the suppliers who do the work.
HVAC services cover installation, repair and preventive maintenance of heating, cooling and ventilation equipment, from individual unit systems to central plant equipment. In student housing that usually means a mix of planned maintenance and fast response to no-cool and no-heat calls.
Plumbing services cover repairs to fixtures, pipes and water heaters, plus drain cleaning, sewer line work and larger projects like repiping. In student housing much of the work comes from clogs, leaks and running toilets in shared bathrooms and kitchens.
Electrical services cover repairs to outlets, switches, fixtures, circuits and panels, along with lighting upgrades, EV charger installs and work needed to meet code. This work should be done by licensed electricians who follow local code and pull permits when required.
This category covers suppliers that sell and deliver appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, microwaves and laundry machines, along with the technicians and parts suppliers who keep them running.
Inspection and maintenance software lets your team record unit condition with photos and checklists, manage work orders and schedule preventive maintenance. It is usually used on phones or tablets and connects with your property management system.
This category covers distributors and suppliers of the parts and materials maintenance teams use every day, such as paint, flooring, plumbing and electrical parts, hardware and fixtures, plus building materials for larger repairs and renovations.
Landscaping and grounds covers routine maintenance like mowing, trimming, bed care and litter pickup, along with installation, irrigation, tree work and snow removal. It is usually bought as a recurring contract with seasonal extras.
Pressure washing and exterior cleaning covers cleaning building siding, breezeways, sidewalks, parking decks, pool decks and dumpster areas. Depending on the surface, crews use high pressure, low pressure or soft washing with cleaning solutions.
This category covers cleaning gutters and downspouts, repairing leaks and sagging sections, installing guards and replacing gutter systems. On multi-story student housing it often requires lifts or roof access and crews trained to work at height.
Pest control covers inspection, treatment and prevention for insects and rodents, usually on a recurring service schedule with extra visits when residents report a problem. In student housing it also includes bed bug programs, unit-by-unit inspections during the turn and treatment of common areas and trash rooms.
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