For individuals with allergies, it can feel like everything in their home triggers their symptoms. Allergies can vary from being a minor inconvenience to a life-threatening issue. Allergies to pets are not rare, and seasonal allergies are even more common. Considering this, it’s reasonable to expect that at least one tenant in your Spring Branch single-family homes may be especially sensitive to certain allergens.
What can landlords do to help tenants with allergies?
While it’s the tenant’s job to monitor their allergies, you must provide a clean rental home for new tenants.
Allowing tenants to keep pets means you must thoroughly clean the property between tenants to reduce allergens.
Keep your property professionally maintained
Tenants aren’t always reliable about deep cleaning the house when they leave. Assuming the house is fully cleaned can lead to unpleasant surprises for you and your new tenant. If tenants realize the house is still dirty from prior occupants, they could claim it impacts their health.
As a result, it’s essential not to skimp on professional cleaning and maintenance. In addition to routine cleaning, it’s important to regularly replace filters in your rental homes. It’s crucial to confirm these tasks are done, as tenants may overlook them. Furthermore, professional cleaning of the home and carpets will improve its look and extend the flooring’s life.
Potential consequences for property owners
Poor cleaning can result in various issues for property owners, including dirt accumulation, health hazards, and a decline in property appeal and value. To ensure long-term quality and desirability, property owners must prioritize maintenance, particularly regular and thorough cleaning.
Risks to health and safety, legal problems such as code violations, reduced property value, and negative tenant retention are potential consequences.
Landlords should detail maintenance expectations in the lease agreement to avoid potential issues. This involves regular property inspections, offering resources for tenants to handle maintenance issues, and using professional cleaning services to maintain the property.
Consider engaging a professional property management company in Spring Branch to handle the specifics. At Real Property Management Affiliates, we perform regular assessments to keep filters and other maintenance items updated. Additionally, we handle move-out processes and prepare the property for new occupants. Contact us online or at 713-429-0411 for more information.
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