Many uncertainties accompany rental property ownership. However, one thing is for certain, maintenance and repairs are inevitable. Unfortunately, a common mistake for new landlords is underestimating potential maintenance costs and not preparing for the worst. While avoiding many disastrous repairs involves preventive action, it is always a good idea to set aside more emergency funds […]
Tag Archives: tips for rental property repairs
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Jun
Jun
You cleaned your rental and ensured everything is in working order before move in – but is that enough? Even if your rental is in tip-top shape, landlords must conduct a thorough move-in inspection. In turn, this protects themselves, the property, and the tenant. A rental move-in inspection is critical to evaluating tenant damage at […]
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Dec
Dec
As a landlord, making sure your rental properties are in habitable condition is a must. Therefore, any time maintenance issues arise, repairs need to occur as soon as possible. Ensure that tenants know the procedure for submitting maintenance requests and know the warning signs to look for to avoid extensive damage. Then, once a tenant […]
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Nov
Nov
Expenses and repairs – two anxiety-inducing words for rental property owners. As a landlord, you have a responsibility to maintain a safe and structurally sound home for your tenants. So, how can owners manage to maintain their property without breaking the bank? While you can never truly escape the need for routine maintenance, there are […]
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Oct
Oct
Philadelphia is a huge city, filled with thousands of pest control professionals. And, since most pest control companies provide similar services, it can be difficult to know which one to hire. That’s why we set out to research some of the very best pest control companies in the Philly region so you don’t have to. […]
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Sep
Sep
Owning rental property in Philadelphia comes with a lot of responsibility. Aside from the administrative side of being in the rental property business – tenant screening, lease drafting, and rent collection – there is a definite hands-on side to leasing an investment property as well. Whether you self-manage your rentals, or employ Philadelphia’s best property […]
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Sep
Sep
If you are a successful Philadelphia property owner, chances are you have been preparing for your annual end of summer property inspection. Routine inspections of your rental property are a great way to ward off major maintenance expenses, ensure your tenant is fulfilling their lease obligations, and ease your mind that your investment property is […]
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Aug
Aug
Did you know that the average roof repair cost is $716, with most property owners spending between $316 and $1,118? That’s a lot of money to spend on one property repair. And yet, having a sound roof on your Philly rental property is crucial to keeping your property, and tenants, safe and dry from the […]
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Mar
Mar
Replacing your Howard County rental property’s windows is probably not something you think about too often. However, as with everything property related, windows are bound to wear down and need replacement at one point or another. There is a lot that goes into replacing your Howard County rental’s windows. And one of the most important […]
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Feb
Feb
As a property owner, it is your responsibility to maintain the properties you lease to tenants. In fact, most states have very strict laws when it comes to providing tenants a habitable home that is livable and secure from safety hazards. And, while most property owners are aware of major frequent rental repairs in investment […]
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