Guides

Maintenance and Make-Ready

Maintenance and make-ready guides help rental owners understand repairs, turnover work, move-out inspections, normal wear and tear, preventive maintenance, and seasonal preparation.

  1. 01 What Is Rental Property Maintenance? Learn what rental maintenance includes and why documentation matters.
  2. 02 What Is a Make-Ready? Understand the work needed to prepare a rental between tenants.
  3. 03 What Should Landlords Fix Before Renting a House? Review common safety, habitability, function, and presentation items before listing.
  4. 04 What Is a Move-Out Inspection? Learn how move-out inspections document condition after a tenant leaves.
  5. 05 What Is Normal Wear and Tear? Understand the difference between normal use and possible tenant damage.
  6. 06 Who Pays for Rental Property Repairs? See how responsibility can depend on cause, lease terms, and documentation.
  7. 07 How Do Landlords Handle Maintenance Requests? Learn how requests are received, prioritized, documented, and resolved.
  8. 08 What Is Preventive Maintenance for Rental Property? Review maintenance that helps reduce emergency repairs and preserve property condition.
  9. 09 How Often Should HVAC Be Serviced in a Rental? Understand common HVAC service timing and owner considerations.
  10. 10 What Maintenance Should Landlords Do Before Summer in Texas? Prepare for heat, HVAC load, irrigation, pests, and exterior wear.
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