Your Morrow rental property will require routine maintenance to help protect your investment. Natural wear and tear alone can erode your profit margins. Preventing costly repairs and preserving your property’s condition doesn’t have to be tedious. Consider breaking up your maintenance tasks seasonally, carving out manageable time and budgets throughout the year. And here is the list of things you can do right now, this summer.
Air Conditioner Maintenance
You likely already scheduled your spring tune-up for the air conditioner a few months ago. But if you haven’t yet, do so this summer. A routine cleaning of the unit alone can improve cost efficiencies and prevent breakdowns. But you’ll also want to be sure the unit is working correctly through its most rigorous summer season. And even if you think everything is operating well, connect with your Morrow tenants to inquire and be sure. Any new noises, smells, or inconsistencies should be addressed.
Water Heater Maintenance
Consider bringing in an expert to assess and review the condition of your Morrow rental property’s water heater. Routine draining to remove sediment will prevent heating element damage that causes unit failure. Instead of replacing a water heater entirely, which can cost up to $4,000 depending on the model, make sure proper inspection and maintenance efforts are ongoing. If you’re faced with a complete replacement, it may be easier to do so during the summer and fall, as well.
Painting Projects
The sun can do damage to exterior paint and stain. Any painting projects you need to tackle can be done more efficiently right now. Consider connecting with your tenants, too, to get their feedback about any failing paint problems. Whether it’s a fence line, deck, or property exterior, painting now can help seal surfaces before the winter months, and moisture intrusion becomes severe. And it’s also best to do any interior paint projects during the summer months when you can open windows and ensure proper ventilation.
Roof Repairs
Summer is the most opportune time to maintain or repair the roof of your Morrow rental property. Consider bringing in a contractor to evaluate any chimney flashing issues or identify any mission shingles. A professional can also help you determine if you have problems with gutters or water draining away from the property foundation. Making these more minor repairs now will extend the life of your roof and help you avoid catastrophic failures in the upcoming fall or winter seasons.
Pest Control Efforts
Summertime in Morrow is also the ideal season for pests. Ants, spiders, wasps, and mosquitoes are out in full force, looking for ideal nesting and breeding spots. Don’t assume your rental property is immune to invasion. The best way to avoid major infestations is to adopt a seasonal pest control plan. Consider bringing in a professional to spray or evaluate any potential areas of concern. And deputize your renters by insisting they let you know should they suspect any kind of critter intrusion at all.
Fire Prevention Maintenance
During the hot summer months, there are increased chances for potential fire hazards. Dead limbs or brush can often be a problem year-round. But the intense heat and dry conditions of summer can be especially risky. It’s also bar-be-que season, another potential fire hazard. Verify that your Morrow rental property has working fire extinguishers and smoke detectors. Ensure grills are positioned away from the structure with proper ventilation. And if necessary, bring in a landscaping contractor to remove any trees, limbs, or brush debris that is of concern.
Protect your Morrow rental property year-round with routine maintenance. And add these tasks to your to-do list right now. For more ideas and assistance with your maintenance schedule, let the professionals at PMI South Atlanta help!
