Take the next step toward smarter property management.
Welcome to Frugal our brand new, free tool designed by Fort Sands Construction for Property Managers and Condo Boards. Watch the quick info video now and discover how Frugal can streamline your planning, budgeting, and project oversight
Impact Summary
2. Optimization Builder
3. Contributions Dial
4. Your Plan is Ready
6 Steps of FRUGAL
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✺ Step 1 - Upload
Click Upload and provide FRUGAL with your Property Reserve Fund Study. You can submit multiple properties.
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✺ Step 2 - Analysis
FRUGAL analyzes your Reserve fund study using over 10,000 data points to work out realtime efficiency.
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✺ Step 3 - Contact
Fort Sands will contact you with your potential savings and schedule an appointment for a property review.
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✺ Step 4 - On-Site
Our experienced Project Advisors will conduct an on-site property inspection to evaluate the efficiency of the results.
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✺ Step 5 - Review
Fort Sands will present the Property Manager & Condo Board with a program to achieve the proposed savings.
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✺ Step 6 - Saving
Start your FRUGAL journey and save money by following the prescribed program.
✺ Frequently asked questions ✺
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Fort Sands Construction was founded with one clear purpose: to serve Condo and Multi-Family developments with dedicated, reliable construction and maintenance expertise. Everything we have achieved is a direct result of the steadfast support we’ve received from Condo Boards and Property Managers across Alberta and Saskatchewan. In appreciation, we’ve invested heavily in developing a suite of industry-specific tools—available at no cost—which leverage thousands of data points gathered over the past decade to help properties save both time and money.
Frugal is one of those tools. To ensure accuracy and genuine value, it requires a visit to your development so we can assess the real-world condition of the property and compare it against the details in your Reserve Fund Study. This “reality check” is essential for creating a meaningful, trustworthy strategy.
Fort Sands Construction has taken pride in the strong relationships we’ve built with Property Managers and Board Members. By blending the irreplaceable value of personal interaction with the power of our custom-built technology, we’ve created a hybrid model that fosters collaboration, strengthens professional relationships, and consistently delivers exceptional service.
Once we present your custom Frugal Programme, we kindly ask that your Board consider Fort Sands Construction for upcoming construction projects—and as a trusted partner to help carry out the recommendations outlined in your Frugal strategy.
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YES — Frugal is completely free, with no catches and no hidden conditions.
This exclusive Fort Sands Construction service gives your development a clear, strategic roadmap to achieve significant savings on future maintenance and capital projects.There are no fees to participate, no charges to engage with our team, and no cost for any written construction proposals we provide.
Frugal is designed purely to support Property Managers and Condo Boards with honest guidance, transparent planning, and long-term value without any obligation.
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An experienced Fort Sands Project Advisor will conduct a thorough site visit to verify your property’s current condition. During this assessment, we carefully compare the on-site findings with your Frugal results to ensure every recommendation is accurate, realistic, and fully aligned with the true state of your development.
This diligence allows us to confirm the real-time effectiveness of the programme and ensures you receive information that is precise, reliable, and grounded in professional expertise.
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YES — your information is fully protected.
Fort Sands Construction does not share your data with anyone. The Frugal system has been developed entirely in-house, and no third-party platforms or external providers are involved at any stage.All information, documents, and correspondence are handled exclusively by Fort Sands Construction personnel, ensuring complete confidentiality and full control over your data at all times.
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NO — Frugal does not replace your Reserve Fund Study.
It is designed to work alongside your existing study, helping identify specific areas where meaningful cost savings can be achieved. Your development will still be required to update its Reserve Fund Study every five years, as normal.
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NO — Frugal is not a contract or obligation.
Frugal is a prescribed, professionally engineered programme that uses real-time simulations to extend the life of your building envelope. While preventative measures and specialist maintenance are part of achieving the best results and Fort Sands Construction is fully equipped to provide those services you are never bound to us.You are free to follow your Frugal Programme independently, with any contractor you choose, and still benefit from the long-term protection, planning, and clarity it provides
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Each Reserve Fund Study Analysis includes two essential appointments:
Site Inspection Meeting
A visit with a Property Representative, Project Manager, or Board Member to assess the property and verify key details from your Reserve Fund Study.Frugal Strategy Presentation
A follow-up meeting where we present a customized Frugal cost-saving strategy for your development, designed specifically for your long-term maintenance and budgeting goals.
Your Project Advisor will ensure you feel informed, supported, and confident at every stage.
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YES — we are officially inviting select Property Management Companies to partner with the Frugal Programme.
This innovative tool, developed exclusively by Fort Sands Construction, is transforming how developments plan, budget, and manage maintenance.By becoming an official Frugal Partner, you gain access to a suite of exclusive advantages designed to elevate your service offering, strengthen client trust, and give you a clear edge over competing firms.
This is more than a tool, it’s a strategic partnership that empowers you and your clients to make smarter, faster, and more cost-efficient decisions.
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Frugal provides a real-time assessment of your property and the current adequacy of your reserve fund.
Frugal offers potential savings of up to 30% on capital expenditure over 5 years.
Frugal offers a proactive approach to Property Management and Condo Board efficiency.
Preserves the reserve fund to avoid top-ups.
Reduces the risk of a Special Assessment!
Reduces the risk of Insurance Claims!
Build a Professional Relationship with your Fort Sands Project Advisor.
Unlimited access to personalized construction expertise and advice.
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Once your analysis is complete and your custom Frugal Strategy has been delivered, we provide detailed projections showing how your development can reduce long-term costs by following the recommended approach.
While factors such as extreme weather, resident misuse, vandalism, and fluctuations in labour and material pricing make it impossible for any company to guarantee exact savings, we can confidently guarantee the following:
You are significantly more likely to achieve meaningful cost savings compared to not implementing a Frugal strategy.
Your development will maintain a safer, more secure living environment for all residents.
Your Reserve Fund adequacy will improve, helping you stay aligned with long-term financial requirements.
The risk of insurance claims and special assessments is reduced through proactive maintenance and early intervention.
Your Board delivers a stronger duty of care to residents by basing decisions on verified data and professional planning.
In short, while no one can control every external factor, adopting a Frugal Strategy puts your development in the strongest possible position—financially, operationally, and defensively
