The Building Doctor Show
We’ll help you diagnose your sick building! Buildings differ from one community to the next, but when you have new volunteers joining your Board every few years (or every few months… you know who you are) it can feel IMPOSSIBLE to keep up with maintenance, bylaws, and budgets. Ask the Building Doctor your questions and listen to the struggles of other Board members just like you. Join us on the last Tuesday of every month for The Building Doctor Show. Free and open to Boards, homeowners, and managers! Just register for the next live webinar using the link below, and submit your questions and pictures! Listen here every Wednesday, or join us LIVE at 3:30pm (Pacific time) on the last Tuesday of every month! https://learn.j2consultants.com/building-dr-show The Building Doctor Show is brought to you by J2 Building Consultants — an engineering, design, and construction management firm specializing in building envelope design, testing, performance assessment of construction-related damage, and facilitation of remediation repairs. We provide building envelope inspections and design, engineering assessments and calculations, project management, and contract administration for a variety of buildings and ownership groups. J2 has experts in building envelope study, forensic analysis, building science, waterproofing, and insurance claim resolution for condominiums, apartments, and commercial buildings. We also support our building owner clients, attorneys, and contractors with expert witness services.
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2 days ago
2 days ago
In this show, your Building Doctor breaks down how earthquakes affect the building envelope—your walls, windows, doors, and roof—and what steps you can take to minimize damage before the next big shake. From common failures to retrofitting strategies, we’ll guide you through the essentials of keeping your building safe and standing. Don’t wait until the ground moves!
Topics covered in this show:
Earthquake Awareness Month
How Earthquakes Affect the Building and Envelope
Methods to Protect Your Building
Inspections Before & After Earthquakes
Preventative Maintenance
Retrofitting the Building Envelope for Seismic Safety
Post-Earthquake Repairs
Earthquake Insurance
Friday Feb 28, 2025
Friday Feb 28, 2025
This is the part 2 for Fire Safety and Building Maintenance.
With recent wildfires in Los Angeles highlighting the dangers, it's more important than ever to ensure you are equipped with fire safety knowledge and your property is prepared.
What's in the show:
Building Maintenance Takeaways
Emergency Preparedness for HOAs
Insurance and Risk Assessment
Q & A session with Building Doctor
Additional Training Resources
Friday Feb 14, 2025
Friday Feb 14, 2025
With recent wildfires in Los Angeles highlighting the dangers, it's more important than ever to ensure you are equipped with fire safety knowledge and your property is prepared. In this episode, your Building Doctor tackles fire safety for your building, giving essential tips for fire-resistant building maintenance, and discussing how to mitigate risks for HOA communities and property management.
What's in the show:
Case study - How Fire Travels among Buildings
Dry Landscaping & Debris
Defensible Space
Case study - Survival Maui & LA Houses
Fireproofing Your Building
"Super Soaker"
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
In this episode, your Building Doctor answers the questions you have at the end of 2024. From the concept of "Building Doctor" and why you need one, to HOA budgeting and building maintenance, he is here to provide expert insights for you and your community.
Remember to send us your questions and feedback. Your Building Doctor and the team are always here to help.
Free resources:
J2 Resource Center: https://learn.j2consultants.com/resources
DIY condo inspection and maintenance guide: https://learn.j2consultants.com/diy-condo-inspection
Why Hire a Building Doctor (Service Offerings): https://learn.j2consultants.com/why-hire-a-building-doctor
Condo annual plan: https://learn.j2consultants.com/condo-annual-plan
Friday Jan 03, 2025
Friday Jan 03, 2025
In this episode, your Building Doctor helps you turn the Angst about your building into Thanks! We've listed 10 top Angst-giving issues that the Boards are facing, from budget battles and reserve shortages to unexpected repair surprises that seem to pop up just in time for the holidays.
What's in the show:
Live Q & A session with the Building Doctor
Free Training and Resources
Friday Dec 20, 2024
Friday Dec 20, 2024
In this episode, your Building Doctor helps you turn the Angst about your building into Thanks! We've listed 10 top Angst-giving issues that the Boards are facing, from budget battles and reserve shortages to unexpected repair surprises that seem to pop up just in time for the holidays.
What's in this episode:
Top 10 Angsts Turned into Thanks
Free training for you
Friday Dec 06, 2024
Friday Dec 06, 2024
In this episode, your Building Doctor addresses how to avoid the horrors in your buildings. After talking about 18 spookiest damage cases in the last episode, Building Doctor gives the tips and answers some great questions from the audience.
What's in this episode:
Tips to avoid horrors in your buildings
Q &A session
Free training for you
Friday Nov 22, 2024
Friday Nov 22, 2024
In this episode, your Building Doctor talks about The Horrifying Secrets Lurking Under Your Cladding (Why you need an inspection). We’ve prepared 18 spookiest damage cases we’ve seen lately. So get ready for this spooky tour. Your Building Doctor also gives you some tips to avoid these horrors in your buildings.
What's in this episode:
Some common symptoms of sick buildings
18 spookiest damage cases we've seen recently
Tips to avoid horrors in your buildings
Friday Nov 08, 2024
Friday Nov 08, 2024
"What should be included in my fall maintenance checklist?"
"Is it necessary to service the HVAC system before winter?"
"I've heard my neighbor had ice dams on the roof last winter. How can I prevent it?"
"Should I remove the portable air-conditioner before winter comes?"
In this episode, Building Doctor Jens answers some questions about fall maintenance tips to protect your building. This podcast is part of our monthly free webinar. If you want the full experience of the show, you can sign up here: Building Doctor Show: Monthly Webinar (j2consultants.com)
What's in this show:
Autumn Armor – The Importance of Fall Maintenance
Start with A Physical Inspection
Inspect and Address Leaks
Check Windows and Doors
Clean Roofs and Gutters
Prepare Decks and Patios
Landscaping Tips
Other Items
Action Items
Q/A
Friday Oct 25, 2024
Friday Oct 25, 2024
"What should be included in my fall maintenance checklist?"
"Is it necessary to service the HVAC system before winter?"
"I've heard my neighbor had ice dams on the roof last winter. How can I prevent it?"
"Should I remove the portable air-conditioner before winter comes?"
In this episode, Building Doctor Jens walks you through the fall maintenance tips to protect your building, helps you keep your property in top shape before the rains hit. The goal of this show is to give you the resources and timing triggers to get your community ready for the Fall and Winter weather.
What's in this show:
Autumn Armor – The Importance of Fall Maintenance
Start with A Physical Inspection
Inspect and Address Leaks
Check Windows and Doors
Clean Roofs and Gutters
Prepare Decks and Patios
Landscaping Tips
Other Items
Action Items
Q/A