When you discover that a common area of your tenement building, such as the roof or external wall, needs to be repaired or improved, the first step is typically to contact all the other owners in the building. This is because, depending on what your titles say, all or some of the owners share responsibility …
Read more >Pest infestations are an issue that many landlords, tenants and letting agents will encounter at some point. Whether it’s bed bugs, mice, moths or wasps, infestations can cause inconvenience, property damage and disputes over responsibility if they are not addressed promptly. In episode 111 of Citylets Podcast, Lets Talk, we speak with Rebekah Carral from …
Read more >The best way to choose a tradesperson to work on a property you’re renting out in Edinburgh is to ask around for recommendations or compare local profiles on trusted directories. Once you’ve found someone who seems suitable, there are a few questions you should ask before hiring them for your job. Failure to obtain pertinent …
Read more >If you are looking to carry out major repairs in your tenement building, such as fixing a leaking roof, you might find it a worthwhile but expensive project, as the cost of labour and materials in the construction sector continues to rise. Carrying out repairs is crucial to keeping buildings safe and liveable, but the …
Read more >The private rented sector in Scotland is governed by a framework of legislation designed to ensure that rental properties are safe, habitable and maintained to an acceptable condition. At the centre of this framework lies the Repairing Standard, a legal benchmark that all private landlords must meet. Understanding this standard is essential for landlords, letting …
Read more >Spring has finally arrived, and the better weather brings new opportunities for tenement flat owners to check and maintain the external surfaces and gardens of their buildings. This time of year, however, sees lots of enquiries about how to carry out repairs and tackle any damage done over the winter months. This is a short …
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