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Emergency Maintenance

Our Escalation Procedures

What happens if the first contractor can't resolve the problem, or the situation gets worse mid-response? Here's our escalation protocol, step by step.

The risk of a plan with no escalation

Many management companies stop at the first call: if the contractor doesn't answer or the problem exceeds their expertise, the owner is left searching for a solution alone, mid-emergency.

Our 3-tier escalation chain

Tier 1 (0-60 min): primary area contractor dispatched. Tier 2 (60-90 min, if Tier 1 doesn't respond or scope exceeds their expertise): backup contractor from our vetted network is dispatched and your Jones account manager is notified. Tier 3 (major situations - structural damage, evacuation, multi-unit incidents): Jones leadership directly involved, coordinating with insurers and municipal authorities as needed.

Why this process gives peace of mind

Remote owners who want certainty that a backup plan exists. Condos and multi-unit buildings where a poorly handled emergency can affect several tenants at once.

What you get

Never a single point of failure - a backup plan is always active
Account manager notified automatically at Tier 2
Leadership escalation for major situations
Proactive owner communication at every tier change
Insurer coordination for significant incidents

How it works

1

Initial dispatch

Primary area contractor sent.

2

Active monitoring

We track response time in real time.

3

Escalate if needed

Backup contractor plus account manager notified after 60-90 minutes with no response.

4

Leadership involved

For major incidents, Jones leadership coordinates directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if the primary contractor doesn't respond?

After 60-90 minutes with no confirmation, our backup contractor is automatically dispatched and your account manager is notified.

Who decides a situation needs leadership involvement?

Any incident affecting the building's structure, multiple units, or requiring evacuation automatically triggers Tier 3.

Will I be informed at every stage of the escalation?

Yes. You receive an update at every tier change, with status and the next contractor or party involved.

Does this process apply to condos?

Yes, with additional coordination with the condo board when the emergency affects common areas.

Know there's always a backup plan

Our escalation chain guarantees an emergency never goes unanswered.