What are property maintenance best practices?
Property maintenance best practices refer to the recommended strategies and processes that housing providers use to keep properties safe, compliant, and in good condition. These practices combine proactive planning, efficient workflows and regulatory adherence to ensure housing stock remains sustainable and cost-effective.
Benefits of property maintenance best practices
- Improved compliance: Ensures all statutory checks and safety standards are met.
- Cost efficiency: Reduces emergency repairs through proactive maintenance planning.
- Tenant satisfaction: Maintains property quality and comfort, improving resident experience.
Use cases
- Preventive maintenance schedules: Regular servicing of heating systems and fire safety equipment.
- Condition monitoring: Tracking property health to plan upgrades and avoid costly failures.
- Integrated workflows: Linking repairs, compliance and asset management for seamless operations.
Key components
- Lifecycle planning: Forecast maintenance needs based on asset age and condition.
- Automated alerts: Notify teams of upcoming inspections and servicing deadlines.
- Centralised data: Store property and component details for easy access and reporting.
- Performance dashboards: Monitor maintenance KPIs and identify areas for improvement.
The BRIK Housing platform supports property maintenance best practices by centralising asset data, automating workflows, and providing real-time reporting. Built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform, it enables housing providers to deliver proactive maintenance strategies, reduce risk and maintain compliance – ensuring homes remain safe, efficient and tenant-friendly.
