Is your property ready for the oncoming winter weather?
Not being prepared could lead to disaster down the road in the event of a major winter weather event like a blizzard.
Besides your parking structure, there are other areas in your building where you need to make sure you have safety measures in place.
Emergency Preparedness and Tenant Communication
Neglecting emergency preparedness can be costly. Develop a detailed Emergency Preparedness Plan widely communicated to all tenants and owners, especially before winter. This should include measures to protect plumbing lines with insulation or heat tape, ensuring heating systems function properly, and assigning on-call property managers and service providers for 24/7 availability during winter emergencies.
Maintain a current emergency contact list and secure tenant space keys for swift responses.
System Checks and Winterization
- Heating and Cooling Systems: Test heating and cooling systems, replace filters with high-efficiency types, and consider UV sanitizers to improve air quality inside structures.
- Emergency Generators: Regularly service and test generators, maintaining adequate fuel with periodic fuel quality assessments.
- Landscape Sprinklers: Completely shut off and drain irrigation systems to prevent freeze damage.
Our structural engineers walk your facility, identify conditions that require immediate or future attention, and provide actionable reports with cost estimates and trusted contractor recommendations.
Developing and following a thorough parking structure maintenance plan minimizes safety risks, protects your investment, and keeps your facility operational and inviting year-round. Contact IEI today to schedule your inspection and learn how to optimize your maintenance program. For a free download of our winter preparedness checklist, please click here.
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