How should deferred maintenance be prioritized?

Deferred maintenance should be evaluated based upon safety, operational impact, tenant experience, financial consequences, and the potential for additional damage if repairs are delayed. Not every issue requires immediate attention, but every issue should be documented, prioritized, and incorporated into an ongoing maintenance strategy.

Allowing deferred maintenance to accumulate often increases future repair costs while reducing tenant satisfaction and property competitiveness.

Good planning transforms deferred maintenance into scheduled maintenance.