Mixed Materials in New Builds
Since construction is done in certain ways over time, contractors making changes in how it’s done can be a drawn-out process. Contractors may be leery of anything new or untried. So most contractors when building, say an apartment building, often would rather select materials that they are comfortable with, know are reliable where they are […]
Neutrals That Are Dominating the Design Space
When you think of neutrals, you may think of white, off white, beige and tan. However, for this year, neutrals are a shade different. If you’re thinking of repainting your rental property, multi-family dwelling or apartment building, you need to check out the new shades. What’s hot? One of the new neutral shades which are […]
Different Types of Shingles for Your Rental
It’s important when considering having your roof redone on a rental property the different types of roofing shingles. You need to consult with a roofing contractor also to figure out which type of shingle will work best on your property along with the costs of installing the right type of shingle on your roof. Below […]
Why Recoat a Roof on Your Rental
A roof is made up of at least four layers. These layers consist of insulation, a waterproof membrane, some type of roof adhesive and the materials that make up the roof like plywood and shingles. So why bother doing a roof coating to the roof of your rental unit? The reasons are listed below: It […]
Fences and Rental Properties
Fences have a lot of uses for a rental property. It can provide the tenants of a multi-dwelling apartment with security, help keep children and pets safe and boost curb appeal. But choosing the right fence isn’t always easy without doing some research first. To help you choose the right fence, below are some different […]
Why Have Your Roof Professionally Cleaned
Sometimes on your roof shingles, algae and moss which appear as dark streaks will form because there isn’t enough natural light. A lot of homeowners may think that this is weathering and that the roof will need to be replaced. However, your roof may just need a good cleaning. Also, when there is an alga […]
Why Should There be Stair Safety Railings in Multi-Family Dwellings
Sound stair railings in multi-family dwellings are a necessity. Because if a tenant falls or is otherwise injured going up or down a set of stairs in your building, not only will your tenant be hurt, but you could be sued. However, if your stairs are up to code, then there can be room for […]
How to Keep Parking from Being an Issue with Tenants
One of a tenant’s biggest gripes is a lack of parking. So in areas where parking is at a premium as an example, coming home from work late and not having a parking space can cause volatile problems. As a multi-dwelling property owner, it’s up to you to have the parking situation sorted out then […]
Safety Tips for Rental Properties in the Winter
Before and when winter arrives, there are some things that you need to do to keep your rental properties safe for your tenants. Also, not only could you have significant repairs eventually if you don’t, but if a tenant or tenants in one of your multi-family dwellings falls or is injured, the results could cost […]
Tips on Renovating Your Rental Properties
When you own multi-family dwellings, there comes a time when repairs need to be attended to because some tenants can be hard on your property and leave a mess when they move out. In other instances, it’s just time to replace or improve somethings in a rental unit. So below are some suggestions which may […]