Proactive Asset Management Through Planned Maintenance
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) is a proactive approach to maintaining buildings, helping reduce unexpected failures, manage risk and control long-term costs.
At James Scott Associates, we provide professional PPM services to help property owners, landlords and asset managers understand maintenance requirements, plan expenditure and protect the long-term performance of their buildings.
Our advice is practical, proportionate and aligned with asset strategy.
What Is Planned Preventative Maintenance?
Planned Preventative Maintenance involves the systematic inspection, assessment and planning of maintenance works over a defined period, rather than reacting to defects as they arise.
A PPM strategy typically includes:
- Identification of maintenance requirements
- Prioritisation of works
- Forecasting of future expenditure
- Alignment with operational and budget constraints
The aim is to reduce unplanned costs and extend the life of building elements.
Who Is PPM Suitable For?
Our PPM services are commonly instructed by:
- Commercial landlords and property owners
- Managing agents
- Asset and portfolio managers
- Investors and funders
- Public and private sector organisations
PPM is particularly valuable for properties held as long-term investments or income-producing assets.
Our PPM Services
Our Planned Preventative Maintenance services typically include:
- Condition assessment of building fabric and elements
- Identification of defects and maintenance needs
- Prioritisation of works by urgency and risk
- Planned maintenance schedules over an agreed period
- Indicative cost forecasts for future works
- Advice on lifecycle and replacement planning
PPM schedules can be tailored to suit single assets or portfolios.
