Tenants in residences that do not have on site property managers have more autonomy and thus more responsibility. Tenants need to maintain properties according to their rental/lease agreement.
Here are a few items that when maintained on a regular basis will save you money and time:
Exterior
- Water to maintain the health of all vegetation.
- Weed all beds and lawn.
- Fertilize landscape and seed the lawn when needed.
- Remove leaves and debris.v
- Mow and edge lawn weekly during high growth time and every other week during slow growth time.
- Disconnect hoses and cover hose bibs to prevent damage to pipes during periods of freezing weather.
Interior
- Heat needs to be set no lower than 60 degrees to prevent pipes from freezing.
- Use exhaust fans and/or open windows during and after cooking, showering and laundering to decrease mildew growth.
- Smoke detectors need to be operational, tested, and have the correct batteries at all times.
- Central heating systems need filters changed multiple times per year.
- Light bulbs are to be maintained.
This is not an all-inclusive list and is intended to make your stay better.
