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Community Association Software Solutions for Condo, Co-Op, and HOA Management

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Enhance Your Brand with Vail Marketing Solutions: The Complete AEC Marketing Experience

Enhance Your Brand with Vail Marketing Solutions: The Complete AEC Marketing Experience

 

 

 

Vail Marketing Solutions provides everything from a full branding overhaul and business development program to a specific marketing project or campaign.

 

In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive business landscape of the AEC industry, having a comprehensive marketing strategy is essential for success. Whether you’re just getting started building a marketing department, or an established firm looking to rebrand and increase sales, Vail Marketing Solutions offers a one-stop solution to all your marketing and business development needs. VMS has a strong background of construction industry knowledge coupled with their “Complete Marketing Experience,” to provide a holistic approach to elevate your brand and maximize your reach.

Here’s a closer look at the array of services Vail Marketing Solutions brings to the table:

Strategic Planning

At the heart of every successful marketing campaign lies a well-thought-out strategy. Vail Marketing Solutions works closely with clients to understand their goals, target audience, and market dynamics, crafting customized strategies tailored to drive results.

Website Development

Your website is often the first point of contact for potential customers. Vail Marketing Solutions specializes in creating responsive, user-friendly websites that not only look great but also convert visitors into customers.

Content Creation & Copywriting

Compelling content is key to engaging your audience and building brand credibility. Vail Marketing Solutions boasts a team of talented writers who excel at creating captivating content across various platforms, from blog posts and articles to website copy, email and social media campaigns.

Graphic Design

Visual appeal plays a crucial role in capturing the attention of your audience. With Vail Marketing Solutions’ expert graphic designers, you can expect stunning visuals that effectively communicate your brand message, captivate your audience, and stand out among your competitors.

Brochures & Advertising

Whether it’s print or digital advertising, Vail Marketing Solutions helps you create eye-catching brochures and ads that stand out from the crowd and leave a lasting impression on your target audience.

Video Marketing, Drone, & Photography

Visual storytelling is a powerful tool for engaging customers and conveying your brand’s personality. Vail Marketing Solutions offers comprehensive video production services, including drone footage and professional photography, to bring your brand and project profiles to life.

Social Media

In today’s interconnected world, social media is an indispensable marketing tool. Vail Marketing Solutions helps you harness the power of platforms like Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn to connect with your audience, build brand awareness, and drive engagement.

Email Marketing

Effective email marketing campaigns can nurture leads, drive conversions, and foster customer loyalty and engagement.  Vail Marketing Solutions helps you create personalized email campaigns that resonate with your audience and deliver measurable results.

Digital Marketing & SEO

With expertise in digital marketing strategies and search engine optimization (SEO), Vail Marketing Solutions ensures that your brand gets noticed online. From pay-per-click advertising to organic search optimization, they employ cutting-edge techniques to boost your online visibility and drive traffic to your website.

Event Marketing & Tradeshows

Whether you’re hosting a corporate event or participating in a tradeshow, Vail Marketing Solutions helps you make a memorable impact. From pre-event promotion to onsite branding and post-event follow-up, they handle every aspect of event marketing to ensure success.

Tradeshow Display Design

Stand out in a crowded tradeshow hall with captivating booth designs that attract attention and drive foot traffic. Vail Marketing Solutions creates custom tradeshow displays that effectively showcase your brand and leave a lasting impression on attendees.

Presentations & Proposal Packages

From client presentations to branded proposal documents, Vail Marketing Solutions helps you communicate your ideas effectively and persuasively. Their team creates professional presentations and proposal packages that stand out from the competition to win more business.

Business Development & Sales Consulting

Beyond marketing, Vail Marketing Solutions offers strategic business development and sales consulting services to help you identify opportunities for growth, expand your market reach, connect with potential clients, and increase revenue.

Vail Marketing Solutions goes above and beyond traditional marketing agencies by offering the AEC industry a comprehensive suite of services designed to meet all your marketing needs under one roof. Whether you’re looking to launch in a new market, revamp your brand image, or simply enhance your online presence, they have the expertise and resources to make it happen. So why settle for piecemeal solutions when you can experience the complete marketing package with Vail Marketing Solutions?

 

 Jessica Vail – President
Vail Marketing Solutions
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This condominium HOA was ready to make a change to the appearance of their building. After researching multiple companies, they selected Chucks Painting Inc to complete this project.

This condominium HOA was ready to make a change to the appearance of their building. After researching multiple companies, they selected Chucks Painting Inc to complete this project.

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Located in Pompano Beach Florida.
This condominium HOA was ready to make a change to the appearance of their building. After researching multiple companies, they selected Chucks Painting Inc. to complete this project.
“We are happy to say they were not disappointed and we exceeded their expectations.”

Please call or email Chuck’s Painting Inc. for all your Commercial, Residential and Industrial painting needs.

954-868-0494

 

 

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How to Know When Your Fire Alarm System Needs Repair? by PREMIER FIRE ALARMS AND INTEGRATION SYSTEMS

How to Know When Your Fire Alarm System Needs Repair? by PREMIER FIRE ALARMS AND INTEGRATION SYSTEMS

How to Know When Your Fire Alarm System Needs Repair?

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 If your fire alarm system starts sounding like a horror movie sequel, it’s time for you to take action.

Sure, being reminded of danger with sporadic false alarms might make for some good Sunday afternoon entertainment – but do you want your guests running out scared all the time? We don’t think so, which is why we’ve put together this guide on how to know when your fire alarm system needs repair!

Whether you need a new battery or just some help troubleshooting the cause of those pesky alerts, we have your back. Read on and prepare for peace of mind (and less screaming)

Premier Fire Alarms and Integration Systems Installation Division offers Miami’s best fire alarm systems repair. Our top-notch services help protect your family and business in a fire. Forget about unheard or unattended alarms, and let our experts monitor your system 24 hours a day, seven days a week!

When protecting your family and your property from fire, you must always keep your fire alarm system in good working order. Regular maintenance and system checks are essential to ensure your fire alarm functions correctly.

Here are a few signs that indicate your fire alarm system needs repair:

 

False Alarms

Various issues with the system components, such as a broken smoke detector, faulty wiring, or damaged sensors, can cause false alarms. If false alarms occur regularly, it’s likely time for your fire alarm system annual inspection.

 

Flashing Lights

Flashing lights on your fire alarm panel are an indication that there is something wrong with the system. Suppose these lights persist after performing the recommended reset procedure from the manufacturer. In that case, it’s time to call for professional assistance from a fire alarm service and inspection company in Miami Dade.

 

System Malfunction

If your fire alarm isn’t responding appropriately when tested or during an emergency, this could be evidence of a malfunction in one or more components within the system. It is also time to contact a commercial fire alarm company to diagnose and repair any malfunctioning parts or replace them if necessary.

 

Age of the System

Even if everything seems to be functioning normally, it’s important to remember that all electrical systems have an expiry date which varies depending on how often they are used and their quality.

If all other tests reveal no significant problems, but you know you installed your current system many years ago, consider replacing it with newer technology. Due to age, outdated systems may not provide adequate protection against fires.

A fire alarm installation in Miami-Dade County can help with this.

 

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By being aware of these signs indicating potential repairs needed for your fire alarm system, you can avoid any issues before they become severe emergencies.

Finding the best fire alarm systems repair company is the first step. They will come to inspect and diagnose all possible problems promptly and efficiently, so you don’t have to worry about exposing yourself to potential danger caused by faulty equipment!

Premier Fire Alarms & Intergration Systems is the best fire alarm systems repair company. We have modern and reliable methods and serve the entire Florida area. Please reach out to us to discuss our given services:

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WHEN IT COMES TO FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS & INSTALLATION, YOU CAN COUNT ON OUR EXPERTS TO METICULOUSLY DESIGN, INSTALL, MONITOR, AND MAINTAIN ALL THE CRITICAL SYSTEMS THAT KEEP YOU AND YOUR ASSETS SAFE.

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Premier Fire Alarms and Integration Systems, INC.
430 Ansin Blvd suite M
Hallandale Beach Florida
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Need a few reasons to digitize your paper-based engineering and architectural drawings? How about these?

Need a few reasons to digitize your paper-based engineering and architectural drawings? How about these?

1- Accessibility and Sharing. Digital files are easy to search, copy and share, saving valuable time and improving collaboration.
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2- Storage and Document Integrity. Digital drawings are much less expensive to store than paper copies and are not subject to degradation over time.
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3- Flexibility. Digital drawings are easy to rework or update, streamlining change processes and speeding renovations.
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4- Details. Digital designs allow for the addition of audio or video to individual elements, providing an extra level of detail (e.g., materials, site layout, construction processes).
At the end of the day, digitization is a huge time and cost saver.
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Building Inspection Services, Serving our clients with a high degree of professionalism, imagination and skill is a Feller Engineering trademark.

Building Inspection Services, Serving our clients with a high degree of professionalism, imagination and skill is a Feller Engineering trademark.

 

Feller Engineering has been providing high-quality, state-of-the-art MEPFP Engineering consulting services since 1979. Since then we have provided quality HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Sprinkler, Life Safety Systems Design, Peer Review, LEED and Green Building Design as well as Forensic Investigative Services for any type and size project. Our expertise has been applied to a wide range of new construction projects as well as retrofit and reuse of existing and historic buildings.

 

Serving our clients with a high degree of professionalism, imagination and skill is a Feller Engineering trademark.

  • Encompass the latest technological innovations where applicable
  • Are creative in approach (especially with renovation projects)
  • Will be in complete accord with the architect’s design concept and the owner’s operational and financial objectives

 

MEPFP Engineering Services

Servicing clients with a high degree of professionalism, imagination and skill is a Feller Engineering trademark. Our designs encompass the latest technological innovations where applicable and our creative approach (especially with renovation projects) will be in coordination with the architect’s design concept and the owner’s operational and financial objectives as well.

Mechanical Systems Design

Our HVAC department, headed by Eser Hur, has a staff of engineers and designers (several registered Professional Engineers and LEED AP). It has enormous experience and expertise with every conceivable type of air conditioning and ventilation system commercially available. Our engineers are constantly being briefed by major manufacturers as to the current state of the art equipment in monthly lunch and learn sessions.
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Electrical Systems Design

The Electrical Department headed by Bob Raynor with his staff of Electrical Engineers and Electrical Designers (several of whom are registered Professional Engineers and or maintain LEED AP status) have the responsibility to support our HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Sprinkler Departments.
Electrical Systems Design

Plumbing Systems Design

Greg Badal (Department Head) and his staff of engineers and designers (several of whom are CIPD and LEED AP) have extensive experience and expertise in a myriad of projects. Some members of the staff (including Greg) at Feller Engineering have over 30 years of design experience.
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Fire Protection Systems Design

We know that a fire can be an overwhelming experience. We believe in treating your home or business like it is our own, because we want you to feel comfortable when visiting us. Fire Protection Systems Design offers a comprehensive fire protection system that optimizes the effectiveness of your space to protect against fire, smoke and other hazards. Headed by Anand Kris Singh our engineering team will create a fire protection design for your project and save you time, money and heartache! Fire protection systems design and installations are fundamental to the safety, success and code compliances of your facility.

Fire Protection Systems Design

 

Feller Engineering
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2025 –THE BEGINNING OF MASSIVE CHANGES TO OUR CONDO COMMUNITIES

2025 –THE BEGINNING OF MASSIVE CHANGES TO OUR CONDO COMMUNITIES

 

There are certain years that are more defining than others. Certain years that stand out. Well, if you live in a Florida condominium, 2025 will be that year. To understand why, we have to pay respect to another year that stands out more than any other ever will, and that is 2021, the year the Champlain Towers collapsed in Surfside, Florida killing 98 innocent men, women and children.

 

As a result of 2021, and The Florida Legislature’s promise to Floridians that another Surfside will never happen again, massive legislation was passed requiring mandatory inspections, mandatory repairs, mandatory education for Board members and perhaps the most important and controversial new law, the requirement to fund reserves for your condominium that is 3 stories or taller, based upon a Structural Integrity Reserve Study that needed to be prepared by an architect, engineer or someone with CAI credentials and completed by December 31st, 2024.

 

If you didn’t do it yet —– you’re late and in violation of Florida law.

 

Think about this…….any condominium budget you will ever pass again must include mandatory reserves based upon the results of that structural integrity reserve study. Here’s the new law:

 

For a budget adopted on or after December 31, 2024, the members of a unit-owner-controlled association that must obtain a structural integrity reserve study may not determine to provide no reserves or less reserves than required by Your Structural Integrity Reserve Study.

 

Here’s what a structural integrity reserve study is and how often it must be performed:

 

(g) Structural integrity reserve study.—

1. A residential condominium association must have a structural integrity reserve study completed at least every 10 years after the condominium’s creation for each building on the condominium property that is three stories or higher in height, as determined by the Florida Building Code, which includes, at a minimum, a study of the following items as related to the structural integrity and safety of the building:

 

a. Roof.

b. Structure, including load-bearing walls and other

primary structural members and primary structural

systems as those terms are defined in s. 627.706.

c. Fireproofing and fire protection systems.

d. Plumbing.

e. Electrical systems.

f.  Waterproofing and exterior painting.

g. Windows and exterior doors.

h. Any other item that has a deferred maintenance

expense or replacement cost that exceeds $10,000

and the failure to replace or maintain such item

negatively affects the above items as determined

by the visual inspection portion of the structural

integrity reserve study.

 

Yes – for those condo associations that have ignored funding reserves for years or decades — your bill has come due. And it’s going to be expensive. For those of you who thought it was a bad idea to put away money for a rainy day because you might not be alive at that time —- I guess the bad news is —–YOU LIVED!

 

2025 Sales for Members: Advertising in our Magazine and in the News Blast and on our website.

2025 Sales for Members: Advertising in our Magazine and in the News Blast and on our website.

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    Budget preparation time is upon us! We strongly encourage, that every year around this time, association managers and Boards review and ensure that your capital reserve study is accurate and up-to-date.

    Budget preparation time is upon us! We strongly encourage, that every year around this time, association managers and Boards review and ensure that your capital reserve study is accurate and up-to-date.

    Budget preparation time is upon us! We strongly encourage, that every year around this time, association managers and Boards review and ensure that your capital reserve study is accurate and up-to-date.

    This is one of the most important decisions a board will make for the future of their association. It is an easy and effective way to ensure your community’s capital replacement items are being properly funded with minimal impact on the individual homeowners. 

    With the recent update to the Capital Reserve Study Standards, the impact of inflation and supply chain issues over the past few years (in some cases resulting in costs as much as 50% higher for some typical components), it is even more critical to have an updated reserve study to ensure the financial health of your community.

    To stay on track for a healthy financial future, it is recommended that your Reserve Study be updated every three (3) years.

    The Falcon Group Capital Reserves team consists of 6 CAI Certified Reserve Specialists (RS) as well as a Professional Reserve Analyst (PRA) designation awarded by the Association of Professional Analysts.

    Contact our Reserve Specialists today for a new or updated reserve study!

     

    Contact Us:

    Tampa Bay

    1211 1st Avenue, N.
    Suite 106
    St. Petersburg, FL 33705

    P (813) 438-3568

    West Palm Beach

    5651 Corporate Way
    Suite 4
    West Palm Beach, FL 33407

    P (561) 290-0504

    Miami

    15405 NW 7th Avenue
    Miami, FL 33169

    P (305) 663-1970

    Capital Reserve Study ( what is involved )

    The primary purpose of a Reserve Study is to offer recommendations as to the amount of money a community, building or other organization should set aside on a yearly basis for the future replacement or major refurbishment of their commonly owned elements.

    The Falcon Group believes that a properly funded capital reserve program is the right formula for keeping a community’s physical assets in prime condition while providing some key benefits to residents. We strongly recommend updating your Capital Reserve Study Every 3 years.

    A regularly updated Reserve Study can provide the following benefits:

    • Maintaining and/or increasing property values by maintaining exterior appearances through timely repair or replacement of common elements.
    • Facilitating project efficiency and cost effectiveness, as well as, minimizing disruptions and unit owner inconvenience by allowing the association to secure contractors to complete an entire project during a finite and desired schedule.
    • Reducing the likelihood of member dissatisfaction associated with the passage of large or sudden assessments.

    All of our Capital Reserve Studies are prepared under the direction of a Reserve Specialist (RS) and/or a Professional Reserve Analyst (PRA).

    The Falcon Group has prepared over 3,500 Capital Reserve Studies. Each Capital Reserve Study we perform is a customized analysis, prepared in coordination with our Reserve Specialist (RS) and our client, and is based on a “real-world” methodology for each item in regards to:

    • Inspection

    • Evaluation for repair or replacement

    • Evaluation for anticipated “Useful Life”

    • Integrated into a repair or replacement plan and budget

     

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    Which Sediment or Muck Removal Option Is Best for My Waterbody?

    Which Sediment or Muck Removal Option Is Best for My Waterbody?

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    Virtually all explanations of dredging include the physical scooping up of underwater sand and clay sediments to enhance a merchant ship’s access to a port or waterway. If these waterways become inaccessible, the economic consequences are far-reaching.

    Today, however, massive algal blooms, animal fatalities from toxic byproducts of algae, and the spread of invasive plants and animals are sharing the front-page news with national economic interests. For those of us living on a waterbody, it’s clear that our personal economic interests are rewarded via higher property values if the nearby water is both navigable and healthy. As a waterbody ages and becomes “silted-in,” organic nutrients fuel invasive plant and algae growth, and property owners suffer the consequences of bright green water, fish kills, and dangerous swimming conditions. Unfortunately, the solution to these rampant biological problems involves more than just scooping up the muck. Hence, we need to look at dredging options and aquatic management in a unified perspective.

    Choosing the Dredging Tool for Your Waterbody

    Fortunately, there are many proactive aquatic management solutions that can be implemented to help slow or prevent the aging of waterbodies, such as proper land use management, maintenance of beneficial vegetative buffers and sediment traps, installation of aeration systems, and utilization of nutrient absorbing products. However, when sediment buildup is too much to dock a boat or when aquatic plants and algae are perpetually out of control, you’ll need to call in a professional waterbody manager accompanied by a portfolio of dredging techniques.

    There are several methods of sediment or muck removal: hydraulic dredging, clamshell or backhoe dredging, dry dredging, and hydro-raking. The chosen method will depend on a number of factors, including sediment composition, environmental sensitivity, the volume of materials removed, budget, and disposal considerations.

    Which Dredging or Sediment Removal Option Is Best for My Waterbody?

    Mechanical Dredging

    Mechanical dredges (clamshell or backhoe dredgers) use buckets to scoop out bottom sediment and transfer it to trucks or barges for transport to disposal sites. Truck transportable mechanical dredges such as Aquamogs can remove small volumes of sediments such as shoals that prevent boater access to a lake, while large oceangoing dredgers are capable of digging to great depths to facilitate the new era of ultra–large container ships. In the case of the drawdown and excavation method (dry dredging), the whole waterbody is drained and sufficient shoreline access is needed for the trucking and hauling involved. However, most lakes cannot be emptied due to environmental concerns or high water tables.

    Hydraulic Dredge

    Hydraulic Dredging

    Hydraulic dredges are the workhorse of the dredging industry and are effective in moving large volumes of organic and inorganic sediment. They work by sucking slurry (a mixture of sediment and water) from the bottom and then pumping it to an offshore location through a pipeline. Hydraulic dredges have almost continuous operating cycles, allowing the removal of large volumes of material in a short time while minimizing the resuspension of material into the water column due to their closed-cycle system of operation. Typically, this method is better suited for sediments with little debris mixed in, as large objects and rocks can damage the cutter and clog the pipeline. A large disposal area is also required.

    Hydro-rake

    Hydro-raking

    Unlike the mechanical and hydraulic dredge, the hydro-rake cannot be used to remove sediment, however, it is an effective tool for accumulated muck removal. Hydro-raking is frequently chosen as a method to remove nuisance aquatic vegetation, root structures, debris, and organic muck on a smaller scale waterbody.  The hydro-rake can best be described as a floating barge upon which is mounted a backhoe with a digging bucket or rake capable of removing accumulated muck in water as shallow as 18 inches. Hydro-raking can effectively target organic muck accumulations and debris in coves, stormwater ponds, and other shallow areas. If a pond is periodically maintained through hydro-raking, the need to perform a large-scale dredging project may be eliminated, saving financial resources and minimizing ecological disruptions.

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    How to Maintain Balanced Water Quality

    Dredging is generally thought of as an expensive activity, but both your waterbody can benefit significantly from just a few days of budget-friendly spot dredging at pump intakes, swimming areas, or around boat docks. However, the ultimate cost-savings approach is proactive management. By taking preventative steps to reduce erosion, limit weed and algae growth, and maintain balanced water quality, it’s possible to prolong the need for both dredging and hydro-raking. The best way to accomplish this is through an annual management program that leans on sustainable strategies like aeration, nutrient remediation, shoreline maintenance, and many other custom solutions to maintain a healthy, functional waterbody.

    To learn more or navigate through a wide variety of sediment, aquatic plant, or algae removal options for your waterbody, we encourage you to speak with your lake or pond management professional.

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