Date Posted: 2012-07-10 04:04:50
Site Posted: Myproperty.ph
Running an apartment or condo for rent can be a difficult task for any landlord; aside from ensuring the satisfaction of your tenants, you also have an entire building to look after. On the other hand, there is a way you can ensure that you can handle both tasks effectively: preventive maintenance.
A big factor in renter contentment is making sure that everything in the complex is running smoothly. Doing regular preventive maintenance checks will make sure that you can catch any issue before it happens. Here are some of the things that you should include in your list when performing a regular maintenance check of your condo or apartment.
1. Check out all the equipment that tends to sustain wear and tear easily, such as the roof, ventilation system and appliances. Ask each of your building’s maintenance crew a specific item to inspect so that you don’t miss anything.
2. Keep to a cleaning regimen for the whole apartment or condo by creating a schedule. Clean the swimming pool regularly to prevent the growth of mold and mildew. Have someone clean air conditioning filters to keep them functioning well, and prevent accidental fires by always checking on appliances like washing machines and dryers.
3. Don’t wait for renters to complain about rats, roaches and other possible infestations; call in a specialist to check for them. Pests can easily multiply and cause interior damage and health risks, so be sure to hire an exterminator as soon as you see a hint of their presence.
4. Be diligent in testing smoke alarms and sprinkler systems to make sure that they are working properly. Check to ensure that fire extinguishers are right where they should be and that they are functioning well. See to it that fire escapes are easy to open in case of emergencies.
Always make sure that you have enough funds to cover these regular tests and checks in your condo or apartment for rent. You may have to spend quite a bit now, but these safety measures will ensure that you can avoid accidents and costly repairs in the long run.
Jillian Cariola, Writer
(cover image by xandert)
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