Two AMCs with the same name can promise very different things. This checklist helps you compare them properly.
What an AMC is for
An Annual Maintenance Contract turns property upkeep from a series of emergencies into a plan. You agree what will be maintained, how often it will be inspected, and how faults are handled in between.
It is most valuable for owners who are away, landlords with multiple units, and commercial properties where downtime has a cost.
Check the scope
- Which disciplines are covered — HVAC, electrical, plumbing, finishing?
- Is there an equipment list, or is the scope described only in general terms?
- Are all units and areas included, or only some?
Check the visits
- How many preventive visits are planned per year, and when?
- What is inspected on each visit?
- Will you receive a report after each visit?
Check corrective work
- How do you report a fault between scheduled visits?
- Are repairs included, or charged separately? Are parts included?
- What is treated as an exclusion — for example misuse, third-party damage or equipment beyond repair?
Check who is accountable
Contracts that split disciplines between different providers often leave gaps. A single team across HVAC, electrical and plumbing means one party owns the whole property — and one number to call.