Managing common repairs, either as a landlord or a letting agent on behalf of your clients, can be a complicated process. In our work, supporting homeowners, letting agents and other housing professionals with information and advice on tenement management, repair and retrofit, we come across many common misconceptions. These can impact the repair process, and …
Read more >Buying a rental property is just the start of a long journey. To make it succeed maintenance is not optional. Looking after the building keeps tenants happy, protects income and preserves the asset. When you deal with small problems straight away you avoid the stress and cost of big repairs later. Here are the top …
Read more >The summertime brings with it sunshine, high temperatures, and unfortunately a lot of unwanted visitors. Pests such as ants, flies, and wasps can be frustrating to deal with, and summer is when they come out to make your life difficult. Other pests like rats and mice will also be looking for ways to infiltrate the …
Read more >If you rent out a property you’ve probably already had to deal with a dripping tap, a blocked drain or a 2am call about a flooded bathroom. These things happen but how you manage them makes all the difference. Staying on top of plumbing issues doesn’t just keep your tenants happy. It protects your property, …
Read more >In a city like Edinburgh, historic buildings dominate, and maintaining property exteriors becomes all the more important. For landlords, well-maintained exteriors can help command premium rents and attract quality tenants who value their living environment. What’s more, for tenement buildings, landlords have a responsibility to keep these communal areas in good condition, so it pays …
Read more >When the weather is fair, homeowners and landlords can take advantage by carrying out maintenance to the outside of their properties. Summer is the perfect time of year to tackle outdoor jobs such as gardening, painting and caring for your property’s railings and ironworks. This month, we talk you through some useful tips for summer …
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