For landlords, however, the move-in and the move-out process involve a long list of interior and exterior elements that must be checked, as well as maintenance and repair tasks that must be completed, all in a short amount of time. You should take more than a quick glance around the home, a move-in and a move-out checklist can turn out to be an unusually intricate process – but only if it’s being done perfectly.
It’s important to perform a detailed evaluation of each interior and exterior element, as well as document any issues with the condition when inspecting a Goddard rental home after a renter moves out. This means that each part of each room of the house must be inspected and a detailed checklist filled out. Walls, doors, trim and baseboards, windows, screens, carpet/flooring, and so on must be gone over carefully and information on needed maintenance and repairs collected.
Other interior elements that need to be checked and documented include window coverings, light fixtures, vents, and fans. Certainly, it’s important not to forget to check fireplaces, smoke detectors, appliances, cabinets, countertops, faucets, showers, plumbing, closets, and so on. The whole list of interior elements must be assessed, and details collected so that if any restoration is required, decisions can be made swiftly.
As you work your way through the move-in/move-out process, it would be ideal for you to not fail to remember about a rental home’s exterior elements. The roof, gutters, siding, and garage door should all be checked, and their condition recorded. To be able to get an idea of where to focus your preparations for the next renter, sprinkler systems, landscaping, fences and gates, swimming pools, decks, patios, and all other exterior features need to be properly inspected.
You’re taking a risk if you mishandle the move-in/move-out process is. It can be very appealing to hurry through it so that you get a new lease signed on your Goddard rental home. Be mindful that acting foolhardy can do you more harm in the long run. You can reduce the possibility of missing important maintenance and repair items and giving your new tenant’s a great experience in the home by looking over each interior and exterior feature thoroughly.
If your time and energy are consumed by moving tenants in and out and it becomes too heavy a responsibility, think about what Real Property Management First Choice has to offer. Our team of competent professionals will deal with the entire process for you. Rest assured, they will gather all the detailed information about every component of your properties and arrange for any important maintenance and repairs to be done. You’ll have a new tenant and a property in its top condition in less than no time at all. Please contact us online or by phone at 479-242-0791 for more information.