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  Fall 2013
In This Issue
7 Things You Need to Do This Fall - Maintenance Checklist
Questions to Ask Before Updating Your Reserve Study
Learn Why Over 40 LCS Communities Hire zumBrunnen
"SEE" How Thermal Imaging Exposes Hidden Problems
What's the Right Type of Funding Plan for You?
Prevent Ground Cover Nightmares with the 6" Rule
zumBrunnen Proud to Announce New Projects
Visit Us at the LeadingAge Annual Meeting
7 Things You Need to Do This Fall - Maintenance Checklist

 

A return to fall temperatures may seem like a welcome relief after the summer, but the change of seasons is a prime time to get your facilities ready for the colder months to come. Check out our handy checklist to see if you are prepared!

   

Fall Maintenance Checklist - Are You Ready?

  

 Questions to Ask Before Updating Your Reserve Study  

 

National Reserve Study Standards (NRSS) recommend an update to your reserve study every 3 years, but how do you know if you should also schedule a site visit? Our handy checklist of questions will help you determine if you should consider a site visit as part of your update.    

  

Do I Need a Site Visit to Update My Reserve Study?

 

Learn Why Over 40 LCS Communities Hire zumBrunnen   

 

zumBrunnen has assisted over 40 LCS Communities with facility assessments, capital replacement budgets and construction monitoring services. Learn why our LCS clients like working with us and how we save them time and money.

 

 How zumBrunnen Assists LCS Communities

 

 "SEE" How Thermal Imaging Exposes Hidden Problems

 

Imagine having the ability to look inside walls and equipment to diagnose even the most villainous building enemies including water penetration, energy loss and substandard construction. With thermal imaging, you won't believe what you can "see".

 

See How Better Diagnostics = Fewer Costly Surprises

 

 What's the Right Type of Funding Plan for You?

 

Did you know there are five different types of reserve study funding plans? This summary provides a quick overview of the different types of plans. If you need assistance in selecting the best type of plan, we are eager to help. Please call 404-601-4050.

   

Summary of Reserve Study Funding Plans

 

Prevent Ground Cover Nightmares with the 6" Rule

 

Improper pine straw and ground cover placement, and simple maintenance errors, are some of of the most common problems we see that often lead to costly repairs. Prevention is super simple!

 

Learn How to Avoid Ground Cover Nightmares

 

zumBrunnen Proud to Announce New Projects   

 

Smart facilities planning is critical for ALL types of business, and we are proud to announce a large number of new projects with clients across the country. We are assisting in many industries including: senior living, healthcare, multifamily, churches, condos, home owner associations and more! We want to extend a warm welcome to our new clients and express our extreme gratitude to our ongoing clients. We appreciate the opportunity to serve you! 

 

Learn More About Our Projects and Services

 

Visit Us at the LeadingAge Annual Meeting

 

October 27-30, 2013 - LeadingAge Annual Meeting and Exposition, Dallas, TX. We will be exhibiting at Booth #1806. We will be co-presenting an educational session titled Financial and Capital Assessment for Future Viability.


Fall and winter are just around the corner, bringing cooler temperatures. Maintaining warmth and minimizing the dangers of cold and icy conditions become larger priorities.

This issue focuses on offering tips to get ready for the colder weather and steps you can take to be prepared. With proper planning and diagnostics, anticipating seasonal facilities changes becomes a much easier task. Also, thermal imaging technologies can help detect issues such as water intrusion and help pinpoint areas that need better insulation to retain warmth. 

Fall is also a time for budgeting and planning for the new year. We've included articles on selecting the right type of funding plan for your business model and a helpful list of questions to review prior to updating your reserve study. If you have any questions, please contact me. 

In each issue, we are also delighted to announce new clients. We continue to expand into new markets, just going to show that smart planning is critical for ALL types of business. We are eager to help with your facilities assessments and other planning services, and we also welcome your referrals.

Please send us your feedback and suggestions. We also appreciate our friends following us on Facebook and participating in our Blog. Thank you for choosing zumBrunnen as your Independent Building Consultant! We appreciate the trust you place in us to maximize the value of your facilities.   

Sincerely,

John zumBrunnen
President
404-601-4060     

jzumbrunnen@zumbrunnen.com



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