If your previous tenants took good care of your income property, you may not think it’s necessary to have the unit professionally cleaned before renting to new tenants. However, even if the property looks fine, having the space professionally cleaned is important for a few reasons. What exactly is a professional cleaning, and why does it matter if you have one done between tenants? Here’s what you need to know as a landlord in Maryland.
What Exactly Is a Professional Cleaning?
A professional cleaning is more of a deep clean than merely dusting and vacuuming. Professional cleaners go beyond a surface cleaning and will clean blinds, trim, doors, corners, ceilings, inside cabinets and appliances, and even your outdoor areas such as patios and balconies.
Although the service will vary form company to company, a professional cleaning can ensure all components of your income property are clean and ready for new tenants. Here’s how a deep cleaning can impact your new renters as well as the long-term success of your rental property.
Help Tenants Feel More Comfortable
No tenant wants to move into a new home only to find evidence that someone else was there. Whether it’s dog hair under the couch or an item left in a cabinet, tenants don’t want to have to clean up someone else’s mess.
You also want your residents to feel comfortable moving into their new space. A clean unit goes a long way toward making tenants feel at home and helping them settle into their space. In addition, left-behind items—even if it’s just dirt and dust—can make tenants feel that the property isn’t hygienic and they may complain and ask that you have the unit cleaned.
Start Your Relationship on a Positive Note
Starting your relationship off on a positive note can help set the tone for the term of your lease with your new renters. If the property they move into hasn’t been professionally cleaned, tenants may not feel welcome or may not feel that the property is well cared for. Tenants who find immediate issues when they move in may look for other problems that could be a cause for concern.
By having your income property professionally cleaned, you can ensure tenants walk in to nothing except a clean unit that’s ready for them to occupy and help tenants feel welcome and cared for. Want to ensure your relationship with new tenants starts amicably? Consider leaving a welcome basket for them as a sign of your appreciation.
Increase the Long-Term Value of Your Rental
A deep clean of your rental property doesn’t just make a positive statement for your new tenants and help foster a friendly relationship. A professional cleaning can also increase the long-term value of your income property in Maryland because:
Tenants are more likely to leave positive feedback and references for you as a landlord.
You will be better able to maintain the property, especially by having appliances, cabinets, and floors cleaned regularly.
It can also be easier to advertise your unit and attract your ideal tenants because the home is clean and tidy.
For a relatively inexpensive price, a deep cleaning can help you see a better return on investment for your rental property.
Do You Have Your Income Property Professionally Cleaned?
Do you typically have your income property cleaned by professionals between tenants? If not, it’s time to start thinking about how a deep clean could make a significant difference for your investment. Have questions about your income property in Maryland? Contact FAS Management today to leverage the expertise of our professional property managers. Call us at (202) 337-5080.
