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“RIMKUS” IS A WORLDWIDE LEADER IN ENGINEERING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND CONSULTING AND SO MUCH MORE.

“RIMKUS” IS A WORLDWIDE LEADER IN ENGINEERING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND CONSULTING AND SO MUCH MORE.

“RIMKUS” ENGINEERING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, CONSULTING AND SO MUCH MORE…

FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO NEED ANY ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR 30, 40 OR 50 YEAR INSPECTIONS, CALCULATING AND PREPARING YOUR NEW RESERVE STUDIES OR NEED REPAIRS TO YOUR CONDOMINIUM PROPERTY — WATCH THEIR ONE MINUTE VIDEO.


Building Envelope Assessments

 The Rimkus Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) Building Envelope Services team can provide a complete assessment of a structure’s building envelope (façades, roofs, windows, balconies, walkways, parking areas, etc.) describing the condition of such and all items in need of repair. A recommended timeline and a projected construction cost will also be provided to assist the owner in projecting future budgets.For a full survey of all building components, Rimkus can increase the scope of the survey and provide a full Property Condition Assessment (P.C.A.) including mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, elevators, and interiors.Building Envelope Assessments and PCAs are typically provided with 5- or 10-year projections; however, they may be customized to the client’s needs. These reports can be utilized as a tool to help create capital expenditure budgets and establish maintenance schedules.

Maximizing the value and life cycle of a building requires continuously maintaining performance and improving energy efficiency. Our building envelope services include:

  • Façade Inspections
  • Façade Restoration
  • Building Envelope Assessments
  • Roof Consulting
  • Waterproofing and Weatherproofing Assessments and Design
  • Historic Preservation
  • Pavement Engineering

RIMKUS

http://www.rimkus.com

AECAssignments@rimkus.com

800-580-3228

 

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SuperHanger(TM) patented PVC Pipe Hanger System for Condo garages throughout Florida for over 30+ years.

SuperHanger(TM) patented PVC Pipe Hanger System for Condo garages throughout Florida for over 30+ years.

SuperHanger(TM) patented PVC Pipe Hanger System for Condo garages throughout Florida for over 30+ years.

brought to you by LEE Composites

These non-corrosive, non-metallic, Pipe Hangers, Rods, Nuts.
 
Both Condo maintenance personnel and plumbing/painting contractors need to know about our SuperHanger(TM) Pipe Hangers.

 

THE PERFECT SOLUTION FOR SUPPORTING YOUR PLUMBING

Steel Rusts, PVC and Fiberglass Don’t. “There’s no other pipe hanger like it!” Lee Composites, Inc. introduces the PVC Super Hanger™ pipe hanger system. The Super Hanger™ pipe hanger is comprised of all nonmetallic, corrosion resistant materials and maintenance free properties.

The patented Super Hanger™ pipe hanger design allows for ease of installation on both new and used pipe, structural strength for pipe loadings and sizes to support various pipe diameters. They come in multiple sizes and are ready for immediate availability.

Pipe Hangers (Super Hanger™ PVC & SuperClevis / SuperLoop FRP)
Lee Composites, Inc. introduces the PVC Super Hanger™ pipe hanger system. The Super Hanger™ pipe hanger is comprised of all nonmetallic, corrosion resistant materials and maintenance free properties.

 

For larger pipes use Super Loop Hanger. The SuperLoop is available for sizes from 3″ to 16″ diameter pipes.

The Super Loop Hanger is great for industrial applications or commercial drainage pipes, where pipes sizes are considerably larger. The biggest advantage of using the Super Loop Hanger is that in any environment the Super Loop performs better than metallic counterparts, because of its rust-free properties.

 

 
We stock all sizes for immediately delivery.
 

 Bob Lee, President of Lee Composites Inc, has over 50 years of experience in the composites and plastics industry. Bob started his career with Dow Chemical Corporation after graduating from Georgia institute of Technology. As Vice President of a small emerging composite pultrusion, molding and fabrication company for 10 years he became widely recognized for his outstanding entrepreneurial and creative expertise.

– Bob Lee, President of Lee Composites
     info@leecomposites.com
    (281) 782-2877

 

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Axela Technologies – Your Trusted HOA Collections Solution Platform 🌟

Axela Technologies – Your Trusted HOA Collections Solution Platform 🌟

Homeowners Association (HOA) collections can be a source of stress and anxiety for those who fall behind on their dues. Nobody wants to risk losing their cherished homes due to unforeseen financial challenges. But here’s some good news – there’s a better way!

🌟 Enter Axela Technologies – Your Trusted HOA Collections Solution Platform 🌟

We understand that life sometimes throws curveballs, and financial struggles can happen to anyone. That’s why we take a compassionate and understanding approach to HOA collections, unlike some attorneys who may resort to foreclosure threats.

📖 In our latest article, we dive into the stark differences between attorneys who may pursue foreclosure and Axela Technologies, your partner in HOA collections.

💡 So, what sets Axela apart?

✅ Compassion: We genuinely care about your situation and work to find solutions that fit owner’s needs.
✅ Understanding: We know that financial difficulties can be temporary, and we’re here to help owners get back on track.
✅ Communication: We believe in transparency and open dialogue to find the best resolution.
✅ Avoid Foreclosure: Our goal is to prevent foreclosure threats and help you keep people in their homes!

Learn how to ease the burden and provide peace of mind during challenging times.


We Know Community Associations

Specialized Collection Solutions for Condos & HOAs

Take Control of Your Accounts Receivables

If your community association is suffering from high delinquency rates and long recovery times for delinquent fees, it’s time to take a proactive approach to community association collections.

The Consequences of Poor Collection Practices

When members of your HOA or Condo association pay late or have decided not to pay their fair share, it causes problems for everyone. Legal fees and dissent between the board and community members are just the start. A long-term pattern of delinquencies can affect your community’s ability to become approved for government loans for new owners, or to get loans for capital improvements.

There is an alternative to a legal process of lien and foreclosure. A  collections process is the best alternative to foreclosure.

A Better Way to Manage Delinquencies

Axela-Technologies is dedicated to helping create streamlined accounts receivable and collections tools for management companies, condo and homeowners associations and others in the real estate industry. We work with you to get a jump on recovering delinquent funds quickly, painlessly and ethically.

 

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ASAP MAILBOX AND MORE Asks Clients & Customers to Check and Maintain Their Mailboxes During National Mailbox Awareness Week

ASAP MAILBOX AND MORE Asks Clients & Customers to Check and Maintain Their Mailboxes During National Mailbox Awareness Week

ASAP MAILBOX AND MORE Asks Clients & Customers to Check and Maintain Their Mailboxes During National Mailbox Awareness Week

With National Mailbox Improvement Week (May 18 – May 24), the U.S. Postal Service is encouraging customers to inspect, maintain, and upgrade their mailboxes to help ensure safe, secure, and efficient mail delivery.

“Customer’s mailboxes are the first point of contact for receiving birthday cards, letters, and important documents,” said Acting Postmaster and CEO Doug Tulino. “A well-maintained mailbox helps to ensure that every package and parcel makes it to its intended destination safely and efficiently.”

Each year, USPS designates the third week of May as Mailbox Improvement Week to encourage customers with box-on-post-delivery to examine and, where necessary, improve the appearance of their mailboxes. Through regular mailbox maintenance efficient mail delivery, enhanced neighborhood curb appeal, and improved postal service operations are better ensured.


ASAP Mailbox And More, Inc.

Professional mailbox installation and repair company servicing all Florida counties


Mailbox care tips

The Postal Service annually calls attention to Mailbox Awareness Week because of the wear and tear that occurs to mailboxes throughout the year. Some of the typical activities homeowners may need to do include:

  • Replacing loose hinges on a mailbox door.
  • Repainting a mailbox that may have rusted or has started to peel.
  • Remounting a loosened mailbox post.
  • Replacing or adding house numbers

Keeping security top-of-mind

USPS partners with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service to keep postal employees, the mail stream, and the American public safe, prevent incidents through education and awareness, and enforce the laws that protect our nation’s mail network.

Tips to secure your mail include:

  • Promptly pick up your mail: Try not to leave letters and packages in your mailbox or at your door for any length of time.
  • Report mailbox vandalism: If you see someone actively tampering with a mailbox, immediately report it to the police.

 

ASAP Mailbox and More, Inc. supplies and installs all types of residential curbside mailboxes and all styles of cluster box units ( CBU’s) We are a one-stop source for everything related to installing a new mailbox. From removal of the existing mailbox, to the installation of the new one in concrete, to the address numbering, we handle everything and provide our services in all Florida counties.


ASAP Mailbox And More, Inc.’s main facility is located in Cape Coral, Florida. From this main warehouse and fabrication location, we are able to sell and ship our mailboxes WITH INSTALLATION INCLUDED Nationwide in conjunction with our network of local dealers located in each county.

We take pride in living up to our name “ASAP” when it comes to handling mailbox installs and repairs for HOA’s, property managers and individual homeowners.

From providing complete Community mailbox and signage replacement to repairing a broken bracket for a homeowner, we always handle the project professionally and in a timely manner.

Jim Cahill-Owner
ASAP Mailbox And More, Inc.
Cape Coral, FL 33909
“Now Repairing and Installing Mailboxes In All Florida Counties”
Toll-Free: 877-ASAPMAILBOX  (877-272-7624)
 Local Phone: 239-262-1165
 
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Condo HOA Loans: We can assist you in obtaining the necessary funds for Projects, Reserves, or Cash Flow.

Condo HOA Loans: We can assist you in obtaining the necessary funds for Projects, Reserves, or Cash Flow.

  • Posted: Jan 06, 2025
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Condo HOA Loans

We can assist you in obtaining the necessary funds for Projects Reserves or Cash Flow.

Your Trusted Community Association Financial Resource

 

Don’t go it alone. Whether your Community requires Conventional or Private Lending, CondoHOALoans can assist you in obtaining the necessary funds for Projects, Reserves, or Cash Flow.

When your Community Association works with our Law Firm to facilitate and secure financing, your Community will also have the optional benefit of receiving 100% FREE Delinquent Account Collection Services.

Not sure if financing is right for your Association? Download the Association Funding Options Infographic and take our Free Financial Health Survey to find out.

 


Take the Free Financial Health Survey

Completing this Survey will provide you with a written report you will be able to immediately download upon completion.

Take Our FREE Financial Health Survey

 


Association Funding Options

Getting started with CondoHOALoans is easy.

We’ll help your community identify funding resources and lending options for all of its financial needs. Our Legal Services to your community do not end at the successful closing of your loan with the Lender of YOUR choice. As a valued client of Katzman Chandler, you will have the option, but not the obligation, to have ALL future delinquent accounts collected for FREE.

 

The Condo Building Maintenance Crisis in Florida

As a consequence of hurricanes, business cycles, and fluctuations in the real estate market over the last 20 years, financial distress has been caused to those who live in Community Associations as well as the Communities Association entities themselves.  There presently exist hundreds (if not thousands) of communities whose stories can be illustrated by the timeline below.

Many of these communities presently have underfunded budgets, inadequate cash flow, and lack adequate reserves to accomplish necessary preventative maintenance and actual present maintenance needs. Overall, Boards are starting to realize that there is a lot to do, with little or no money to do it.

 

CondoHOALoans is the best solution for customized, competitive lending options.
Download the Infographic to learn more.

(833) 427-3863

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One of our goals are the promotion of member companies to our industry.

One of our goals are the promotion of member companies to our industry.

  • Posted: Dec 28, 2024
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Our Goals are to advocate on behalf of our industry, advance through education and information.

Letting Property Managers, Condo and HOA Boards and Owners stay up to date with the ever changing laws and regulations. When it comes to running properties we feel its important to feature new products being used today as well as the top companies for Service, Business and Property Management.

How we achieve our goals is through the promotion of member companies to our industry.

Our members are the experts in their collective fields. They Supply SFPMA with articles and information, projects and products that are being used all over Florida. Weekly our teams send out direct emails, informative articles and sales getting your information in front of the decision makers.

Our team is made up of top industry professionals who genuinely want to see you succeed and who will be thoroughly committed to helping you achieve your goals.

 

Our Members include: Property Management Companies, Building Owners, HOA’s, Condo Boards, Self Managed Associations, Business and Service members throughout Florida.

 


SFPMA has had so many companies join this past month and the current month we are still adding the new members to our members directory.  this usually takes only a few days,  We are working had to have all of them added and will have the remaining member companies posted this week.

Our IT Team had to make changes to our platform so everything runs smoothly with no down time, there have been other factors with WordPress changes, thus making sure our platform, and website  work well with the changes they have made took time.

Thank You for your understanding.

 

Some sfpma news:

  • We have hired 11 new employees for memberships to social media.  As we grow our members also benefit this allows us more postings, letting clients all over Florida learn about members and how they can help them in their Condos, HOA’s and Property Management industries.

We have updated our CRM for billing, the membership Team is currently going through each members directory listing – expect to get a call – we want to make sure all your information is up to date,  as clients come and view your membership page we want to make sure the contact information is correct.

Our Billing dept for memberships is also going through and will be sending out information requests check your emails for letters and statements.

SFPMA

 


Finding top Companies working in our Industry is important for Property Managers, Condo & HOA Board Members.

Property Managers, Condo & HOA Board Members are use our members in the buildings and communities they manage, for them this equates to happier residents, fewer high-priced emergency repair bills and cost savings overall. Through membership its all about forming relationships that lead to increased business for your company and lasting relationships for you.

 

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Gov. DeSantis declares state of emergency as coming heavy rains might cause ‘major disaster’

Gov. DeSantis declares state of emergency as coming heavy rains might cause ‘major disaster’

Gov. DeSantis declares state of emergency as coming heavy rains might cause ‘major disaster’

Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for much of the state, excluding South Florida, ahead of a disturbance that might strengthen into a tropical depression. Forecasters are warning to expect heavy rains and floods even if the storm fails to form into a depression.

DeSantis signed an executive order that focuses on preparing resources for a possible “major disaster” in 54 of the state’s 67 counties in North, Central and Southwest Florida. All South Florida counties, with the exception of Monroe County, are not under the emergency order.

“As Governor of Florida, I am responsible to meet the dangers presented to the State of Florida and its people by this emergency,” the order reads.

The state of emergency was triggered because of a tropical wave, identified as Invest 97L, being tracked by the National Hurricane Center.

Insurance Claim Dispute Attorney’s Property Damage Lawyer’s

Florida Insurance Claim Dispute Attorney we aggressively represent your rights with every legal resource available by law.

Due to the state of the economy, insurance claim disputes have become increasingly more common than even just a few years ago. The bottom line is that insurance carriers must make a profit to continue to exist. The reality is that the law does not allow insurance carriers to make their profit by disputing or denying valid insurance claims by their policy holders.

While some insurance companies blatantly dispute or deny valid insurance claims for profit, others have employed the tactic of trying to get you to settle an insurance claim for far less than what your claim may actually be worth. Cohen Law Group stands up to these insurance carriers in valid disputes involving: Homeowner  Insurance Claim Disputes,  Contractor Insurance Claim Disputes,  Business Owner Insurance Claim Disputes…

As your Florida Insurance Claim Dispute Attorney, we will listen to your story, inform you of your legal rights, thoroughly investigate and analyze the facts, and aggressively represent your rights with every legal resource available by law. At Cohen Law Group, we are extremely detailed in our investigation of the facts of your case, which ensures we always maintain due diligence in our effort to provide each of our  insurance claim dispute clients the highest standard of legal representation.

If your valid insurance claim has been denied, is being disputed, or the insurance carrier is offering far less that when the claim is actually worth, you should know your legal rights lightly. Your rights are a privilege, and our firm considers it an honor to protect those rights by providing professional legal services you can trust and depend upon.

Cohen Law Group

If you have any questions regarding your insurance claims.

Feel free to contact us: 1-877-440-4878

 


Fort Lauderdale Property Damage Lawyer for Your Home, Condo & Business

A home or office building is the most important purchase most of us will make during our lifetime. Most of us buy insurance coverage – windstorm, liability, flood, homeowners, and business interruption – to protect our homes and businesses. Yet, today’s insurance policies are lengthy, complex contracts full of exceptions, exclusions, deductibles, and conditions that make the policy difficult to read, and sometimes even more difficult to recover from for your damage. When you call the Maus Law Firm, a top Fort Lauderdale property damage lawyer will handle property damage claims.

Most insurance companies create entire TV marketing campaigns designed to say that you’re part of the insurance company’s “family”. However, the reality of the insurance business is that insurance companies exist to make moneyThat means that insurance company needs to minimize the amount of claims it pays out; meanwhile, maximizing the premiums that it collects.

When an insurance company doesn’t offer to pay you the full (or fair) amount of your property damage, you need to be prepared to fight. While many homeowners are hesitant to go to court – fearful of a lengthy or expensive legal battle against a big-name insurer – settling for less than your claim was worth can end up costing you more in the long-term. The repairs your home needed can continue to pile up, lowering the value of your property. Hiring the best Fort Lauderdale property damage lawyer you can find will save you the headache later.

The Maus Law Firm

call 954.784.6310 to schedule a consultation.

 

 


 

Find out more about making a claim for Storms Damage

The Florida hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOOA), this year is predicted to be another above-normal season.

The Hurricane season starts on June 1 but it’s never too early to prepare. Damage from a hurricane can be costly for all businesses and can pose hazards for you and your employees. Fortunately, there are ways that you can fortify your business against a hurricane to minimize losses and reduce risks for workers.

As part of “Planning Ahead” for a Disaster, the SBA encourages you to consider taking these simple steps to prepare: Assess your risk; Create a plan, Execute your plan. Statistics show that 25% of small businesses don’t re-open after a disaster. Visit the SBA’s Prepare for Emergencies website to learn more about how to prepare and recover if a disaster strikes.

NOOA officials also encourage consumers to take the following steps:

  • Visit Ready.gov and Listo.gov for useful and valuable disaster preparation resources including checklists and templates for your business and your home.
  • Download the FEMA app to sign-up for a variety of alerts and to access preparedness information.
  • Consider purchasing flood insurance.

Visit the National Hurricane Center’s website at hurricanes.gov throughout the season to stay current on watches and warnings.

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GET READY FOR HURRICANE SEASON WITH OUR NEWEST MEMBER – Claremont Property Co

GET READY FOR HURRICANE SEASON WITH OUR NEWEST MEMBER – Claremont Property Co

  • Posted: Jul 24, 2024
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Claremont Property Co. recently opened its new office in Bonita Springs, Florida, and it is helping rebuild our beautiful West Coast after Hurricane Ian. They joined SFPMA to offer their services to Boards and Managers all over Florida. View their website, learn more about the services they offer!

They started in 1995 and are headquartered in Houston, Texas. They have additional offices in Dallas, Texas, Wilmington, North Carolina, Charleston and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Fort Lauderdale, Destin, and Panama City, Florida, and Mobile and Orange Beach, Alabama.

They can service your property needs just about anywhere your property is located.

Whether your property has been impacted by a loss from fire, water, hail, wind or you simply need improvements to your property, their many years of experience allows them to provide you with the complete spectrum of remediation, roofing, and general contracting services.

Their list of services include:

·    Claims Advocacy

·    Emergency Services

·    Remediation Services

·    Restoration Services

·    Roofing Services

·    Pre-Loss Services

Their management team has decades of collective practice managing large scale commercial, multi-family, and hospitality projects from the design stages through completion. They have helped their clients settle millions of dollars in insurance claims and completed tens of thousands of square feet of demolition, mitigation, restoration, and roofing projects along the way.

For more information, please visit their website at www.cpc-tx.com or contact Diana Kato, Business Developer, Email: Diana@cpc-tx.com    Cell: 954-832-4573.


SFPMA.com

SFPMA works throughout the State of Florida, we are a multi-member organization for the Condo, HOA and Property Management industry. Through knowledge based Articles, Events and our Members Directory, Clients find the right information to make an informed decisions for their Florida properties.

 

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Does your building’s exterior need a facelift? Our team of experts specializes in building maintenance and exterior services, from high-rise window cleaning to garage restoration.

Does your building’s exterior need a facelift? Our team of experts specializes in building maintenance and exterior services, from high-rise window cleaning to garage restoration.

Does your building’s exterior need a facelift?

Well it now the Building Inspection! and Your Condo needs this NOW!

Our team of experts specializes in building maintenance and exterior services, from high-rise window cleaning to garage restoration.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to revamp your building’s look and enjoy a delicious meal on us!

Contact us today to schedule your estimate.

Our Expertise

Our 20+ years expertise in this industry guarantees our work will exceed your expectations.

HIGH-RISE WINDOW CLEANING

FALL PROTECTION

CONCRETE REPAIR & RESTORATION

POWER WASHING & WATERPROOFING

GLASS WINDOW REPLACEMENT

FISP SAFETY INSPECTIONS

 


Why Choose Thompson

Our core values lies in exceeding expectations for our clients, with a focus on accurate quotes, quality work, and the overall positive customer experience. 

Our Expertise

Our 10+ years expertise in this industry guarantees our work will exceed your expectations.

Accurate Quotes

We meet with your team for a quick walkthrough to determine options available within your budget.

Customer Care

We are confident that our customer experience will always be top-notch.

Contact Us:

LET’S CHAT!   (732) 997-8138

 

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