PropManagers Quick and To The Point Guide On How To Prepare Your Rental Properties For This Winter

Do you manage a property in a cold weather market?

If so, now is the time take action to make sure you don't catch yourself with expensive and stressful emergencies caused by the cold.

We will keep this short and sweet and not waste your time. Below are the action items that you should take now to prepare your properties for this winter.

Action items:

• Heating: Schedule furnace/boiler inspections, check filters and replace them if necessary, and address unreliable equipment.

• Pipes: Inspect exposed plumbing, replace missing insulation, and shut off and drain outdoor faucets.

• Vacant units: Confirm heat stays on and arrange regular property checks.

• Roof and gutters: Clear leaves and debris. For recurring ice dams, have a contractor assess attic insulation and ventilation.

• Tenants: Send winter reminders covering emergency reporting, thermostat settings during travel, reminding them to leave their faucets dripping during deep freezes, reporting leaks or drafts, and snow/ice responsibilities under the lease.

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