A detailed evaluation of your rental home is a good way to commence your spring to-do list. Concrete areas including the foundation, driveway, patio, and walkways should be inspected, and any cracks or gaps repaired. Exterior doors and windows need to be checked for cracks and gaps and sealed with caulk or weather stripping if needed. Exterior door hardware should also be evaluated, repairing or replacing any squeaky handles or loose locks. Spring is the right occasion to hose down windows, clean door screens and to fix up exterior paint. It’s also a sound course of action to ascertain the quality of the roof and if there are missing or damaged shingles. At the same time, you can repair or replace outdoor light fixtures.
When marking off items on your list of spring maintenance, ensure the yard is included. Spring is the right time to test sprinkler systems and make any necessary repairs. Perimeter fences and gates should be checked and repaired if needed. Spring is also a good opportunity to judge the current reliability of garbage cans and replace any with smashed or cracked lids. Ultimately, spring cleaning should make room in the list for landscaping, and spring is a great time to plant new trees and bushes. Decide where you want to plant the trees and bushes and plan what else needs to be changed or added in order to further beautify your yard. Remove dead bushes or tree branches and rake up any leftover leaves. Lawns should be fertilized, and flower beds prepared for summer blooms.
A dumpster or other container may be needed when managing all of these repair and maintenance items. It’s a good idea to verify with local authorities first before making the decision to rent a dumpster. While a dumpster may be an effective way to manage the garbage from your spring maintenance and repair checklist, local regulations may not allow dumpsters to be placed in front of a rental house, or may only allow them for a specific length of time.
Spring cleaning items such as these are an essential part of rental property maintenance. By taking care of routine tasks like repair and maintenance, you can raise your rental rates, avert expensive repairs, and keep your tenants at ease. Real Property Management Colonial can help by supplying seasonal evaluations of your rental property’s condition as well as managing the punctual and adequate completion of any needed tasks. Please contact us online or by phone at 540-595-7411 for more information.