A Successful Condo Construction Project?
What defines a successful construction project? There are three basic components to a construction project: Cost, Schedule, and Quality. In a perfect world, a construction project would excel in all...
View ArticleCondominium Transition Inspection
A Transition Inspection is a condition survey that is performed during the period of time when a newly formed condominium is transitioning from the developer’s control to the control of the elected...
View ArticleFinding a Good Contractor
In our experience, the best way to find a good contractor is by word of mouth. Contractors that have done good work usually get good referrals. One of the benefits of involving industry professionals...
View ArticleVinyl Siding Pros & Cons
Vinyl siding is one of the most commonly used siding materials at condo properties in New England, both for new construction projects and for siding replacement projects. Other commonly used siding...
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Condo Fire Escape Inspections
Many older buildings in New England still rely on steel fire escapes to get people out of the building in case of fire. Fire escapes must be properly maintained for life safety reasons. If left...
View ArticleProper Maintenance & Saving Money
“Condo owners need to do the smart thing, the right thing and maintain the upkeep of these items,” states Ralph Noblin, PE, president of Noblin & Associates, an engineering consulting firm located...
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When should you update your Condominium’s Reserve Study?
A Reserve Study is like a map for your condo’s financial future… A Reserve Study tells you what capital projects are looming in your condominium’s future, when you’re going to have to tackle them, and...
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How Much Does Snow Weigh?
As many are aware, New England has just come through a very unusual series of snowstorms that led to over 150 reported incidents of roof collapse or other snow related property damage in Massachusetts...
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“This Old Condo” Maintenance Seminar
Ralph Noblin, P.E. presents his famous “This Old Condo” maintenance seminar. “This Old Condo” Seminar presented by Ralph Noblin, P.E. January 10, 2012 6:00-8:00 pm Manchester Public Library 405 Pine...
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Big Turn Out for Noblin Maintenance Q & A
“I just wanted to thank you for the presentation… watching the residents it was amazing how much they learned from you. All the residents in attendance had good comments about the evening.” – Stanley...
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