Once leaves start changing and the weather cools, certain repairs and maintenance tasks should be performed on your Union Park rental properties before winter. Part of preparing for the cold weather to come is making sure that your rental home is well insulated. Insulation and weather stripping add value and efficiency to a rental home, preventing extreme temperatures and high energy bills. A well-insulated rental property is one that would keep residents warm and happy the whole winter.
As with other maintenance and repair items related to the structure of a rental home, insulation and weather stripping shouldn’t be left to the residents to set up, maintain, or replace. There is no assurance that residents are going to do it well. Furthermore, certain insulation types can be hazardous if not handled correctly.
As the owner, you can try to insulate your rental property yourself. There are various methods, all of which would yield good results. Fiberglass insulation comes in rolls and batts that are ready for installation in walls and in the attic. Other types of insulation include blown-in insulation, which is a kind of loose fill blown into attics or walls. And expanding foam insulation, which sprays on something resembling a thin foam but then expands to seal a gap or space around pipes, windows and doors, and other areas. And of course, weather stripping is applied around doors and windows to stop drafts. Each kind is designed for use in distinct spots of the home and necessitates safety gear and specialized equipment designed specifically for this job.
Whether it’s your first time insulating your rental properties or replacing old or worn insulation, insulation should be a component of your property management plan. Existing insulation and weather stripping need to be checked each year for signs of deterioration, and holes or gaps have to be filled before cold weather comes. Putting it off until your Union Park residents complain or until the problem gets too big to ignore is not a good idea.
As part of our quality property management services, Real Property Management Freedom can make certain that your rental home is well insulated before winter comes and that insulation repairs are done regularly. No need to put installing insulation to the list of things you already have to deal with! We’ll take care of everything, giving you the time to grow your investment activities and enjoy the long-term benefits of your rental properties. For further information about our different property management services, please contact us online or give us a call at 407-624-4706 today!
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