If you're one of the 3.9 million Florida homeowners who live in an HOA, you likely view your monthly fees as a necessary evil. As much as they're a grudge expense, they relieve you of many ongoing tasks you'd rather avoid.
HOA property maintenance is the realm of your HOA board, leaving you free to spend your weekends attending to more pleasurable pastimes.
Have you ever considered what's involved in this critical property management task or that you might have a role to play, too? Keep reading to find out.
What Is the Importance of HOA Property Maintenance?
Access to convenient and desirable amenities is one of the biggest attractions of living in a Tampa HOA, or community association. Many of these housing developments feature the following facilities:
- Swimming pools
- Communal barbeque areas
- Safe play areas for children
- Fitness centers
- Office facilities
Enjoying this infrastructure without managing its upkeep is a huge benefit to homeowners. It also has a positive effect on HOA home value.
Elements of HOA Maintenance
Elected board members take care of all HOA management aspects, including maintenance of the common areas. In return, the homeowners pay an average monthly fee of $389.
This is what these HOA fees pay for:
Maintenance Activities for Community Spaces
The HOA board must conduct regular inspections of shared spaces to evaluate maintenance needs. They must oversee budget allocations for maintaining these areas, source fair prices from contractors, oversee the work, and manage payments.
They arrange and supervise tasks like:
- Landscaping
- Pool cleaning and repairs
- Painting
- General repairs
- Access to the property for contractors
The HOA board sets up community guidelines to prevent damage to shared amenities, communicates these rules to residents, and deals with any infringements of the rules.
If desired, the HOA board may appoint a property manager to handle these aspects daily.
Homeowners Maintenance Responsibilities
As a homeowner, you also have a responsibility to uphold the value and appeal of your community. All HOA communities have strict standards and rules regarding home maintenance, particularly regarding the exterior of your home.
HOA homeowners must manage the following aspects at their own cost:
- Regular property inspections
- Getting approval from the board regarding repairs or improvements
- Contacting approved vendors and contractors to do the work
- Supervising the work and managing contractor access
- Paying for the repairs
Depending on your HOA rules, some things you need to take care of as a homeowner may include the roof, exterior walls, and private gardens around your home.
Effortless, Expert HOA Management
HOA board members volunteer their time and efforts to help keep their community running efficiently. They rarely have the qualifications, time, or experience to manage every aspect of HOA property maintenance.
Hiring a certified association management company is the best way to ensure your HOA amenities stay in tip-top shape. PMI Tampa is a top choice for managing HOAs in Florida.
With over 20 years of experience, you can trust us to maintain the value of homes in your HOA and keep residents happy. Get in touch today to discuss your HOA management needs.
