Individuals with allergies often feel that even the smallest things in their home trigger their symptoms. Allergies can range from minor inconveniences to life-threatening conditions. Pet allergies are quite common, and seasonal allergies occur even more often. Considering this, it’s reasonable to expect that at least one tenant in your Rexburg single-family homes may be especially sensitive to certain allergens.
What can landlords do to help tenants with allergies?
Although tenants must manage their own allergies, it is your duty to present a clean rental home to new tenants.
Allowing tenants to keep pets means you must thoroughly clean the property between tenants to reduce allergens.
Keep your property professionally maintained
Renters frequently fail to deep clean the house before moving out. Assuming the house is fully cleaned can lead to unpleasant surprises for you and your new tenant. If new tenants find the house dirty from previous occupants, they can argue it contributes to their health issues.
Because of this, always ensure professional cleaning and maintenance are done thoroughly. Besides regular cleaning, filters in your rental homes need regular replacement. Verify and ensure these tasks are completed, as tenants may neglect them. Furthermore, professional cleaning of the home and carpets will improve its look and extend the flooring’s life.
Potential consequences for property owners
Insufficient cleaning can cause numerous problems for property owners, such as dirt buildup, health risks, and reduced property appeal and value. To ensure long-term quality and desirability, property owners must prioritize maintenance, particularly regular and thorough cleaning.
Health and safety risks, legal issues like code violations, reduced property value, and negative tenant retention are possible consequences.
To avoid potential issues, landlords should clearly state maintenance expectations in the lease agreement. It includes regular property inspections, providing tenants with maintenance resources, and employing professional cleaning services to keep the property in good condition.
Consider engaging a professional property management company in Rexburg to handle the specifics. Real Property Management Southeast Idaho carries out regular evaluations to keep filters and other maintenance tasks updated. Additionally, we handle move-out processes and prepare the property for new occupants. Contact us online or at 208-522-2400 for more information.
Originally Published on Feb 22, 2019
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