JMB/MC Building Maintenance Checklist

Why This Matters

Common property in a strata building is a shared liability. Deferred maintenance doesn't disappear. It becomes a larger, more expensive problem, and committees are expected to show they acted on known issues. A simple recurring checklist reduces both risk and surprise cost.

Checklist by Area

Roof and Waterproofing

• Check for ponding water or blocked drainage outlets
• Inspect membrane condition at joints and penetrations
• Review any ceiling staining reports from residents

Facade and Structure

• Look for cracking, spalling or render failure
• Check condition of external paintwork and sealant joints

Common-Area M&E

• Test common lighting and emergency lighting
• Confirm distribution board condition in common electrical rooms
• Check common drainage for slow flow or blockages

Documentation

• Keep dated photographs of every reported defect
• Record inspection dates and findings for AGM/EGM reporting

Cost and Risk Considerations

Delaying diagnosis of a known issue rarely reduces cost. Water ingress in particular tends to compound: a small membrane repair can become a structural or M&E issue if left through another rainy season. Budgeting for a proper inspection is typically far less than the cost of reactive rectification later.

When to Bring in a Professional

If an issue is recurring after a previous repair, involves structural elements, or the cause isn't obvious from a visual check, a proper site inspection is worth arranging before committing committee funds to another patch repair.