At RE Solutions XV, we work closely with property owners who share our commitment to provide a safe, clean, and well-maintained home to residents. To achieve this, we have established the following requirements for the properties we manage.
Before advertising or renting a property, it must fully comply with Texas Property Code Chapter 92, Texas judicial law, and our own standards for quality and maintenance. This proactive approach helps maintain a high level of service and satisfaction for both property owners and tenants while decreasing liability for the owner.
Initial Requirements:
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Cleaned: The property must be cleaned and free of trash and debris, both inside and outside.
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HVAC Servicing: The HVAC system must be serviced with a new filter installed.
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Mechanical Elements: All mechanical elements, including appliances and ceiling fans, must be operating as designed.
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Caulking: Kitchen and bathroom caulking must be clean and free of mildew.
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Doors and Locks: All doors and locks must function properly.
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Windows: Windows must open, close, and lock properly.
Full Rent-Ready Requirements:
To meet internal and state rental housing requirements, including the Texas Property Code, every property must fulfill the following list to be fully advertised and considered 'Rent-Ready.
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Rekeying: The property must be rekeyed to the RE Solutions XV key system.
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Professionally cleaned to 'Hotel Room Clean' standard.
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Carpet professionally cleaned to include any pet and/or odor treatment as needed.
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Free from cockroaches, fleas, or any other pests or rodents. A one time pest control may be required on a case by case basis.
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All painted surfaces must be free of marks, gouges, large holes, and mismatched touch up areas.
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No personal property or items in the unit, including furniture, knickknacks, toiletries, shower curtains, Kleenex boxes, kitchen or bathroom items, soap dispensers, pictures, etc.
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No lawn equipment, including mowers and tools.
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Garage must be completely empty and the floor must be swept.
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Water softener must be at least ¾ full of salt (if applicable).
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Any refrigerator or osmosis filters must be less than 30 days old.
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All chemicals and cleaning items removed from the property (except paint for property).
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No exterior debris, to include pet toys or feces.
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Landscaping must be cut and trimmed, to include bushes.
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Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors installed per the Texas Property Code, to include fresh batteries.
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Smoke detectors should be less than 8 years old.
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All light bulbs must be working.
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Bathroom and kitchen caulking must be fresh and free of mildew.
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Dryer vent line must be cleaned and free of obstructions and/or debris.
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Safety railings must be secure.
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Wood-burning fireplaces, if operational, must be inspected and clean of debris and have a fireplace screen or heat-proof glass doors installed. If non-operational, the fireplace opening must be permanently sealed.
Recommendations:
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Tree limbs should be removed 10-15 feet away from the house and roof.
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Remove garbage disposals.
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Place coverings (vertical blinds, mini blinds, curtains) on all windows and sliding doors.
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If you choose to offer a refrigerator, offer one without an ice maker or water dispenser.
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Doors should open and close smoothly with doorstops installed on all doors.
Annual Maintenance:
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Hot water tanks, to include tankless, should be drained and serviced.
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Gutters and downspouts should be cleaned and free of obstructions.
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HVAC Servicing: The HVAC system should be inspected and serviced.
This list is not exhaustive but highlights the majority of important and often overlooked details to get your property rent-ready.