Temecula Property Management – Should landlord do their own repairs?

March 7, 2018

By Utopia Property Management Are you searching for Temecula Property Management? If so, you’ve come…

By Utopia Property Management

Are you searching for Temecula Property Management? If so, you’ve come to the right place!

As a long time, rental property company, we’ve helped many owners across Temecula manage their properties and over the years we’ve also been asked common questions including if landlords should do their own repairs.

Although it’s easy for some landlords to do things like pull toilets, install garbage disposals, and other routine maintenance tasks, the reality is that it’s not a good idea for landlords to do their own repairs, especially for these reasons.

#1 – The Repairs May Not Be Up to Code

Not every landlord is skilled at making repairs and it’s possible that some of their repairs may not be up to code.

Thankfully, when a property management company in Temecula is hired, the landlord can have confidence that repairs made to their Temecula rental property will all be up to code since they will be completed by a licensed professional who specializes in that type of work.

#2 – Most Landlords Don’t Have Time

Yes, it’s true that some repairs may be easy for a landlord to do themselves.

When a landlord gets busy though, it’s not always easy for them to keep their promises to their tenants, especially if they have multiple properties to manage.

This is why a landlord should hire a property manager because the manager will make sure that the repairs are completed on time, and promises made to the tenant are kept.

#3 – The Repairs May Be Risky

Last of all, but most important, another vital reason for landlords to not attempt to make repairs to their rental properties themselves is that the repairs may be risky and no owner should attempt to make potentially risky repairs to their property especially if they lack the training and tools to get those repairs done correctly.

Hire Professional Temecula Property Management

For professional property management in Temecula contact Utopia Property Management today by calling us at (800) 294-4656 or connect with us online.

Elly Johnson

Elly Johnson stands at the forefront of content research and online branding at Utopia Management. As the Content Marketing Manager, she delves deep into understanding local real estate and rental markets, fueled by her passion for travel and keen research skills. Elly is dedicated to empowering individuals with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about where to reside. A proud alumna of the University of South Florida, located in the vibrant heart of Tampa Bay, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Her academic background and extensive travel experiences uniquely position her to provide insights that resonate with diverse audiences.

Subscribe to our Weekly Newsletter

Subscribe to over 10,000 homeowners who get exclusive insights on Property Management Strategy & Operations and Tenant Relations & Retention, delivered straight to your inbox.

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter

"*" indicates required fields

By filling out and submitting this form, I consent to receive marketing emails and SMS messages from Utopia Property Management.

You may unsubscribe or change your preferences at any time. Your personal information will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Get in Touch with us:

Get in touch

"*" indicates required fields