Developing a Building Maintenance Program

Developing a building maintenance program and implementing it is crucial in keeping your property safe and clean. There are a number of tasks which can be overlooked if there is not a building maintenance program in place together with the proper resources to implement it. Regular cleaning and day to day repairs are essential but are not the only tasks to be monitored. A responsible property owner will ensure the property is kept free from hazards both inside and outside, and this includes checking into the least conspicuous areas.

Developing a Maintenance Program

Planning and designing a building maintenance program should begin with some general procedures and tasks which take into account a number of areas. The building maintenance program should be regularly reviewed to take account of evolving legislation and change of the occupants. 

First and foremost it is necessary to Identify areas that require regular maintenance and those that will only need seasonal inspection and action. This will usually covers toilets, bathrooms, gardens, frequently used equipment and appliances.  All the areas that require ongoing maintenance should be itemised in detail and include maintenance frequency, the exact location and other observations. 

The Maintenance Team

A professional and experienced building maintenance team will have a lead worker  to oversee the implementation of any building maintenance program. The lead worker or team leader will be responsible for all the trades and members of the maintenance team. The lead worker will ensure the correct tasks are allocated to the appropriate trades persons  and may develop sub-teams if necessary to ensure responsibility and accountability.

The team leader will ensure that all tasks are clearly defined and properly delegated to respective members of the team. An experience building maintenance team will have professionals for all the required trades which will ensure the various tasks are undertaken correctly and to minimise risks and accidents. 

Assessing The Maintenance Program

Correct and professional property maintenance does not end with planning and execution.  Every task should be monitored and assessed to ensure it meets the required standards and to identify any areas that need improvement.

The use of building maintenance software will help the team track all scheduled maintenance tasks and help allocate the necessary resources to ensure the efficient implementation of the program.

Panacea Property Maintenance are located in central London and are thoroughly experienced property maintenance and refurbishment specialists. We provide high quality building maintenance services to property owners and property management companies in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and throughout central London. 

We offer a range of services to suit your needs:-

• Full refurbishments
• Kitchen installations
• Bathroom installations
• Painting and decorating
• All plumbing works, including boiler installations (all engineers are Gas Safe registered)
• Electrical works
• Roofing and specialist leadwork
• Drainage and jetting works

Get in touch with Panacea Property Maintenance Team to discuss the services you’re after and the project you have in mind.