Winter’s long upon us, and given the rising energy prices, many people are rightly asking themselves how to heat their home or apartment as efficiently as possible. It’s not just about saving costs. Often with even minor optimisations, proper heating allows us to significantly reduce our CO2 emissions and help protect the climate.

Along the lines of “foresight is better than hindsight”, you would do well to take out an insurance policy for potential damages or accidents. As we explained the conditions in our last Housing Guide, this time we discuss specific to-dos in the event of damage in the building or household.

The Graefekiez neighbourhood is the heart of Berlin’s popular Kreuzberg district. Here, between Hasenheide, Hermannplatz and Paul-Lincke-Ufer, a new residential project developed by BUWOG is a prime example of how you can create living space while making efficient and sustainable use of the available land – a precious resource in the densely built-up urban environment.

It’s hard to believe, but even in BUWOG residential complexes something occasionally breaks and has to be repaired, and expenses for maintenance and upkeep are also incurred. Below, we provide an overview of the most common instances and who has to bear the costs for what.

Whether with new apartments or pre-war property – there is always something to do. This is certainly true in every apartment complex, and much of it falls under the responsibility of the respective property management – but by no means everything. Here you will find a guide to the questions, problems and concerns for which your property management is responsible and can help.