The value of property in San Diego is high, but there is no guarantee that individual properties will stay that way. Tenants can damage property in various ways and a landlord must be on the lookout for even the smallest signs of necessary repair. Damage can cause an investment grade property to become an unnecessary burden on a portfolio.
A hole in the wall may not seem too important, but it is a gateway for vermin to come into the apartment or rental house. Leaky pipes invite black mold and electrical problems can become fire hazards. Tenants will sometimes try to hide the problem or, worse still, try to fix it themselves. A good rental needs professional care and a landlord in San Diego needs to be vigilant. Here are some ways to prevent damage from harming your property investment.
Pre-and Post-Vacancy Inspections
A thorough check of the property should be done before any tenant assumes occupancy. This includes taking pictures and doing a thorough inspection of utilities. It lets a landlord know what the condition of the rental is before the tenant moves in and after that tenant has gone. If there is no damage, that’s great! However, the post-vacancy inspection may uncover some problems, and these are legitimate expenses to draw out of the original security deposit.
