A scope suited to the residence
- Envelope, roofing, apparent structure, drainage, common areas and accessible mechanical or electrical components as agreed.
- Access, timing and escort coordination to limit disruption for residents.
- Review of available work records, maintenance contracts, specialist reports, incidents and relevant registers.
Prevent rather than react
- A preventive inspection may help owners and managers identify deteriorating conditions, prioritize follow-up and prepare budgets. It does not replace routine maintenance or mandatory periodic checks for selected systems.
Apply five-year requirements to the correct subject
- There is no blanket rule requiring every private seniors’ residence to undergo a complete building inspection by a building inspector every five years. Periodic obligations may apply to a specific system or component. For example, a façade subject to Quebec’s Safety Code requires review by an engineer or architect under the applicable regulatory conditions.
Fire safety, records and specialists
- Private seniors’ residences are subject to specific requirements involving detection, alarms, sprinklers, fire separations and equipment maintenance. Owners must retain required documents and results. When an assignment reaches a regulated discipline, Groupe Inspek documents observed indications and directs follow-up to the authorized contractor or professional.
A report designed for management
- Findings are organized by system, priority and time horizon. The report distinguishes repairs, maintenance, specialist assessment and items requiring coordination with compliance or fire-safety personnel.
Sources and references
The following sources frame and support this content. The service agreement and the standard applicable to the assignment remain controlling.