Inspection and Repair Guide from AAOA | American Apartment Owners Association

Legal Services

Brokers/Property Managers

The American Apartment Owners Association now has an online Inspection & Repair Guide complete with color photographs and is a useful tool when you need help recognizing a defect or damage. Covering hundreds of topics from foundations to roofs, the guide will help you spot construction problems before it is too late. Each topic has a detailed explanation to help you decide what the appropriate remedy is.

Perfect for walk through inspections prior to purchasing a property
Helps recognize any defects caused by tenants upon moving out
Diagnose potential construction defects early
Coverage of nearly every physical characteristic of a property
Reference guide for any physical property defect

Join the American Apartment Owners Association today and search hundreds of helpful tips that will save you time and money. When owners and managers require immediate help for urgent repair problems, they turn to the AAOA Inspection & Repair Guide. Each Inspection & Repair Tip provides details and photographs showing the easiest method to detect and repair the problem. Heating and cooling systems, plumbing and electrical systems are among the hundreds of specific conditions covered and is free and available to all members anytime. Below is a small sampling of the hundreds of tips available:

Appliances

Maintain Microwaves
Maintain Dishwashers
Maintain Hot Water Heaters
Maintain Garage Door Opener
Maintain Oven Thermostats

Drainage

Rain Gutters
Standing Water
Drain Maintenance
Downspouts
Landscaping and Water

Electrical

Over Heated Circuits
Ceiling Fan
Hot Water Heaters
Ground Connections
Receptacle Replacement

Exterior

Wood Rot and Siding
Tree Roots
Gutter Maintenance
Sprinkler Heads
Chimney Maintenance

Foundations

Foundation Failure
Stop Seepage
Cracking Foundation
Fix Crawl Spaces
Roots Under Foundation

Heating and Cooling

Gas Line Maintenance
Replace Heaters
Look for Leaks
Duct Maintenance
Air Conditioner and Foliage

Interior

Wall Moisture
Fireplace Safety
Balcony Supports
Wall Cracks
Receptacle Replacement

Plumbing

Leaky
Pressure Lines
Shower Pans
Root Problems
Water Meter Maintenance

Spas and Pools

Pool Leaks
Pool Fences
Spa Jets
Pool Gate Springs
Pool Ladders

Roofs

Roof Flashings
Resetting Roof
Roof Shingles
Vent and Vent Rust
Awning Pitch

Water heating Systems

Water Heater Gas Line
Pressure Valves
Heating Elements
T and P Lines
Pressurized Steam

Termites and Wood Drying Insects

View Sign of Termites
Prevent Termites
Inspect for Termites
Expose Termites
Termite Termites

Quick Tips…

…has do-it-yourself hints in nearly every category. Whether you are facing an emergency repair, want to find a way to save money or simply need a better understanding of how the professionals do it, AAOA offers endless helpful hints and tips. Everything from advice on handling a delinquent tenant to shortcuts on repairing leaky roof, our “Quick tips” section may be an excellent reference guide. Below are just a few of the helpful recommendations you will find:

How To – Market Your Rental Property
How To – Collect Rent On Time
How To – Evict a Tenant
How To – Read a Credit Report
How To – Manage Your Buildings
How To – Comply with Fair Rent Policies
How To – Collect Delinquent Rent
And Much Much More!

New “Quick Tips” are added all of the time. The helpful hints offered are contributed from vendors, members and authoritative professionals in their field. Members who contribute acceptable “Quick Tips” will receive a cash bonus. At AAOA, we like to help each other and share our experiences. Join AAOA and you join a community of your peers and a dedicated group of professionals available to help.