Property managers are responsible for maintaining buildings that are comfortable, safe, and operational, especially during cold weather. Heating issues affect occupants, infrastructure, and revenue. Unexpected boiler failures, HVAC outages, construction shutdowns, and sudden cold snaps create significant risks, particularly in older facilities. Tenants expect prompt and effective solutions when heating problems arise.
For these reasons, property managers across North America rely on REIC Specialty. Our temporary heating systems maintain warmth, protect mechanical systems, and ensure tenant satisfaction during emergencies, maintenance, and seasonal changes.
When Permanent Heating Fails, Temporary Systems Hold Everything Together
Even well-maintained buildings can experience heating disruptions, which can have significant consequences for property managers. A single outage can result in:
Tenant Comfort Issues
Complaints can escalate quickly, especially in residential buildings, office towers, senior living centers, schools, and hospitality settings.
Frozen Pipes and Water Damage
Burst pipes are among the most costly consequences of cold-weather failures. They can shut down entire buildings and require extensive repairs.
Equipment and System Damage
HVAC equipment, sprinkler systems, elevators, and communication systems are vulnerable to cold conditions.
Business Interruptions
Commercial tenants may experience downtime, which can disrupt operations and potentially impact lease agreements.
Legal and Compliance Risks
Many municipalities require minimum indoor temperatures. Failure to comply can result in liability issues.
Temporary heating bridges the gap between system failure and full repair, keeping your building safe, compliant, and operational.
Why Temporary Heating Is a Must-Have Strategy for Property Managers
A reliable backup heating plan is essential. Property managers use temporary heating in several scenarios:
Emergency Outages
Boiler failures, broken heat exchangers, or ruptured hydronic lines demand immediate action.
Planned Shutdowns
Maintenance, retrofits, or boiler replacements can leave buildings without heat for extended periods.
Construction and Renovation Projects
Interior finishes, flooring, coatings, and drywall require controlled temperatures to cure and perform as intended.
Seasonal Transition Periods
Shoulder seasons, such as fall and spring, can bring unseasonably cold nights before permanent systems are fully operational.
Underperforming HVAC Systems
Older buildings often struggle to maintain consistent heating during extreme cold weather.
Temporary heating ensures tenant comfort and safety, protects building assets, and minimizes costly disruptions.
REIC Specialty: The Trusted Heating Partner for Property Managers
Property managers require more than equipment; they need a partner who understands building operations, tenant expectations, and industry regulations. REIC Specialty fulfills this role.
With 19 locations across North America and a fleet suited for diverse building types, our team provides:
- Rapid response when heating fails
- Professional installation with minimal disruption to daily operations
- Experienced technicians with expertise in building systems
- Clean, efficient, and compliant solutions for occupied spaces
- 24/7 support and monitoring
- Heating options for small offices, large commercial complexes, multi-family buildings, industrial facilities, hospitals, and schools
Temporary Heating Solutions for Buildings of All Types
REIC Specialty offers a wide range of heating technologies to meet the unique needs of each property and its tenants.
Indirect-Fired Heaters
This is our most popular option for property managers. These heaters deliver clean, dry air without combustion contaminants, making them ideal for occupied or semi-enclosed areas.
Best for:
- Office buildings
- Multi-family housing
- Retail spaces
- Schools
- Healthcare facilities
Electric Heaters
When noise, emissions, or fuel storage are concerns, electric heaters provide safe, quiet, zero-emission performance.
Best for:
- Sensitive areas such as hallways, lobbies, and upper floors
- Temporary heating during HVAC maintenance
- Server rooms or equipment areas
Flameless Heaters
Cahill’s industry-leading flameless heaters deliver highly efficient, high-output dry heat without a flame, making them ideal for sensitive or hazardous environments.
Best for:
- Large commercial or industrial buildings
- Facilities requiring long duct runs (up to 500 ft)
- Buildings with stringent safety requirements
Make-Up Air Units
These units support ventilation needs while maintaining a stable temperature, which is crucial in buildings with high occupancy or stringent air quality requirements.
Protecting Your Building and Tenants: More Than Just Heat
Temporary heating from REIC Specialty does more than warm the air; it protects the entire building ecosystem.
- Preventing Frozen Pipes: A single burst pipe can halt operations and result in costly repairs. Temporary heating keeps vulnerable lines and mechanical rooms above critical thresholds.
- Maintaining Indoor Air Quality: Indirect and electric heaters prevent soot, fumes, excess moisture, and combustion byproducts, ensuring clean air for occupants.
- Supporting Critical Systems: Sprinkler rooms, elevator equipment, IT rooms, and communication hubs require controlled temperatures.
- Ensuring Tenant Satisfaction: For both residential and commercial tenants, warmth equals comfort, and comfort reduces complaints and turnover.
- Protecting Building Materials: Finishes, flooring, coatings, and drywall can all fail if exposed to cold temperatures during construction or renovation.
How REIC Specialty Supports Property Managers from Start to Finish
Our service goes beyond equipment delivery. We provide a complete solution.
- Assessment: We evaluate building layout, heat loads, humidity needs, and tenant occupancy to design the right approach.
- Custom System Design: Every building is different. Our specialists engineer solutions tailored to your exact needs.
- Installation: Our trained technicians ensure safe setup, proper power management, ducting, and airflow distribution.
- Monitoring and Adjustment: We conduct regular checks to ensure consistent temperature throughout the building.
- 24/7 Support: If conditions change or you need adjustments, we are available day or night.
- Demobilization: When your permanent system is restored, we promptly and safely remove all temporary equipment, minimizing disruption.
Scenario: Keeping a Multi-Family Complex Warm During a Boiler Replacement
A property manager responsible for a 180-unit apartment building faces a critical challenge: the central boiler needs to be fully replaced, leaving the entire complex without heat during the winter. With hundreds of residents at risk of discomfort and safety concerns, a fast, reliable temporary heating solution is essential.
The REIC Solution:
REIC Specialty would deliver a complete turnkey plan, including indirect-fired heaters positioned outside the building to supply clean, reliable heat. Temporary ducting would distribute warmth to each floor, while electric heaters would be placed in common areas and high-priority units for added comfort. To ensure stable, uninterrupted performance, REIC Specialty’s team would provide 24/7 on-site monitoring. Make-up air units would maintain proper ventilation and indoor air quality throughout the building.
The Result: Tenants would remain warm, safe, and comfortable throughout the boiler replacement. The property manager would avoid complaints, prevent costly emergency relocations, and maintain smooth building operations during the shutdown.
Why Property Managers Choose REIC Specialty
Property managers trust REIC Specialty because we deliver reliable, tenant-safe heating solutions designed for real-world facility demands. Our advantages include:
- Fast response times when outages or emergencies occur
- Clean, safe, tenant-friendly heating options suitable for occupied buildings
- Scalable solutions for properties of any size, from small complexes to large multi-building campuses
- Experienced specialists who understand building operations and facility challenges
- Industry-leading auxiliary equipment, including dehumidifiers, air movers, scrubbers, and more
- Nationwide coverage with local expertise for rapid mobilization
- Full-service installation, monitoring, and support for total peace of mind
When heating outages occur, REIC Specialty helps you deliver solutions, not excuses.
Stay Ahead of the Cold: Protect Your Building, Tenants, and Investment
Cold weather doesn’t have to compromise your building’s performance or tenant satisfaction. With REIC Specialty’s temporary heating solutions, property managers can maintain comfort, safety, and uninterrupted operations, even during unexpected outages, major system upgrades, or winter emergencies.
Whether you are planning ahead or responding to a heating failure, contact REIC Specialty today for fast, reliable support.
Keep your building warm. Keep your tenants happy. Keep your operations running smoothly with REIC Specialty.
