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Maintenance & Repairs
Guidance and insights to maintain habitability and avoid costly repairs
This section offers clear, practical guidance to help you maintain your property and fulfill your repair obligations as a rental housing provider. From seasonal upkeep to mold prevention and lead-safe work practices, our articles and resources are designed to support habitability, reduce costly surprises, and keep your units in good condition. Whether you're preparing for move-in or tackling mid-tenancy repairs, you'll find actionable information to stay on top of your responsibilities.
Understanding Reasonable Cleanliness, Move-Out Inspections, and Legal Deposit Deductions Continue Reading
If your property was built before 1978, disturbing painted surfaces, even for routine repairs, can trigger strict federal and state lead safety rules. Continue Reading
A playback recording of our ever-popular educational session about mold. The live stream was on April 08, 2025. Continue Reading
Article #1 of our new series, Mindset Shift: From Friendly to Legally Smart Continue Reading
Received a mold report? Don’t panic! This step-by-step guide walks you through seven essential steps to properly assess, address, and prevent mold issues—keeping both your property and your residents protected. Continue Reading
Common tenant-related causes of mold and what rental housing providers can and should do to safeguard their properties Continue Reading
A breakdown of when landlords must allow testing, when they can refuse, and what you’re actually required to do under the law. Continue Reading
Key maintenance tasks to keep your property running smoothly and tenants happy during the fall season. Continue Reading
Responding, Prioritizing, and Other Considerations Continue Reading
Building maintenance tips for spring! Continue Reading
Dealing with Mold Issues: A Comprehensive Guide for Rental Housing Providers Continue Reading