{"id":3960,"date":"2021-09-20T10:30:41","date_gmt":"2021-09-20T17:30:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/?p=3960"},"modified":"2022-05-26T12:27:31","modified_gmt":"2022-05-26T19:27:31","slug":"safety-checklist-for-rental-properties","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/safety-checklist-for-rental-properties\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety Checklist For Rental Properties"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/safety-checklist-for-rental-properties\/safety-checklist-for-rental-properties-2\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15729 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Safety-Checklist-For-Rental-Properties.jpg\" alt=\"Rental Safety Checklist\" width=\"950\" height=\"558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Safety-Checklist-For-Rental-Properties.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Safety-Checklist-For-Rental-Properties-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Safety-Checklist-For-Rental-Properties-600x352.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Safety-Checklist-For-Rental-Properties-768x451.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/a>Rental property owners and managers are responsible for providing safe and healthy conditions for their tenants. \u00a0Rental property safety includes keeping tenants safe from physical harm from insecure or damaged structures, reducing the threat of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/2015\/07\/how-safe-are-your-tenants\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> criminal intruders that could harm or threaten your tenants<\/a>, and providing a property that does not negatively affect a tenant\u2019s health. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Landlords and property managers can provide safe conditions for their renters by performing a few basic safety and maintenance procedures before and after a lease term. \u00a0Safety checks will help you address risk issues before they cause additional property damage or hurt a tenant.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only is it a good idea to provide a safe home to your tenants, but it is also the law. \u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nolo.com\/legal-encyclopedia\/free-books\/renters-rights-book\/chapter7-2.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the legal team\u00a0at Nolo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, most state laws require a landlord to provide a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/implied-warranty-of-habitability\/\">safe and livable home<\/a> by ensuring that:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Structural elements of the building are secure and intact, including floors, stairs, walls, and roofs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common areas, like hallways and stairways, are in a safe and clean condition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning systems and elevators are operating safely<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hot water heaters and heating systems work appropriately at reasonable times<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known environmental toxins, like lead paint dust, asbestos, and mold, are managed appropriately<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The threat of foreseeable criminal intrusions are reasonably reduced<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infestations of rodents and other vermin are exterminated.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/seasonal-maintenance-guide\/\">Regular inspections<\/a> of your property will help keep your tenants safe and prevent further property damage by identifying small problems before they become expensive repairs.<\/p>\n<h2>Interior Safety Check<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Doors <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Both interior and exterior doors need to open and close properly. If a door doesn\u2019t close securely, your tenant could be at risk for an intrusion. If a door doesn\u2019t open smoothly it could be a fire evacuation hazard. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Lights <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Turn every light switch on and off. Do they come on smoothly? A delayed response could indicate faulty wiring, which can spark a fire. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Outlets <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Check all wall outlets to make sure they work appropriately and that the cover panels are secure. Black, scorched, or dangling wires are also hints of bad wiring.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Ceilings <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Look for any water stains, cracks or sags in the ceiling that could be an indication of a water leak or damaged roof that needs to be addressed immediately before it causes additional property damage or collapses on a tenant. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><b>Walls &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check all the base of walls and look for any cracks or holes that could let vermin or other pests find a home in the walls. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walls are susceptible to water damaged and should be examined for cracks and water stains.<\/span><b> \u00a0<\/b><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b>Floors &#8211; <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sloping floors can indicate structural damage or foundation problems and should be repaired or replaced immediately. Stains and soft spots in the flooring can also reveal rot or water damage. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Fireplace<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; \u00a0A good old fashion chimney sweep will remove any debris that has built up during the fireplace\u2019s warm weather hiatus. A clogged chimney runs the risk of igniting a chimney fire or poses a potential health risk for your tenants if the ventilation system is blocked. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Appliance Safety Check<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Smoke and CO Alarms<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Even if you require tenants to maintain the smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarm systems, you should make it a habit to double-check they are working properly every time you inspected the property or perform routine maintenance. \u00a0A passive tenant will easily forget to change the batteries, or worse, some tenants will remove them altogether.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>HVAC System<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Have your heating system inspected, serviced, and cleaned at least once a year. \u00a0Proper maintenance can extend the life of your furnace, postponing an expensive replacement. \u00a0Remind your tenants to change air filters regularly, and provide them with extra filters to make sure it gets done \u2013 this is an inexpensive maintenance task that can prevent major HVAC problems.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Washer\/Dryer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Lint and debris can build up over time in dryer vents, which can damage the appliance and even cause fires. While the dryer is running, check that the exhaust is coming out. If there isn\u2019t much exhaust, check for blockages and clear them as well as you can. You may need a professional. Also may also need to vacuum the lint from the hose at the dryer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Stove\/Oven<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Make sure each heating element works properly if electric and that gas lines are clear and burners ignite appropriately for gas stoves. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Refrigerator<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Make sure the refrigerator maintains an appropriate and accurate temperature to keep food safely stored. \u00a0Check any other supplied kitchen appliances to make sure they are functioning (dishwasher, garbage disposal, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Water Heater<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Check the temperature to make sure it is set below 120\u00b0 F to prevent scalding. Test safety relief valve once a year to ensure proper operation and flush the system to remove sediment buildup which can cause a system failure. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Plumbing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Check water supply and pressure on all sinks and showers:<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Does water flow properly? Flush the toilet to make sure it drains and refills properly without leaking any water. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Exterior Safety Check<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Walkways and Stairwells<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Make sure all railings are secure and anti-slip or caution guards are in place. \u00a0It is a good idea to routinely do this before winter seasons bring wet and icy weather. \u00a0Walkways and common areas should also be well-lit and free of obstacles or debris.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Lights <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Ensure you provide good exterior lighting at every front door and around the property to improve visibility and deter criminal activity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Landscape <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Trim bushes and exterior plants to reduce possible hiding spots for criminals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Windows- <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure all the windows close securely and have working locks.<\/span><b> \u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider installing window pins to keep windows from opening too wide. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Roof Inspection<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: \u00a0Check for missing or lose shingles. \u00a0A slightly damaged roof can lead to water exposure which causes deterioration of insulation, wood, and drywall, making electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems vulnerable. Due to the importance of your roof, have a licensed, certified roofing professional check the condition of your roof. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Schedule regular safety inspections at least once a year, and again in between lease terms to provide safe conditions for your tenants. \u00a0Give your tenants an easy way to submit maintenance requests to you so you can address health and safety concerns appropriately. \u00a0Take maintenance requests seriously and respond to them quickly to prevent costly repairs &#8211; fixing a leaky sink is much more affordable than replacing the floor due to water damage. \u00a0Some states even allow tenants to withhold rent or sue a landlord if a property repair that affects a tenant\u2019s health or safety is not handled in a timely manner.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure to keep excellent records of your safety inspections, including notes with dates and pictures. Inspection reports and paperwork help you keep track of the condition of your property, and can also serve as legal documents if anything happens to your rental home. Keep inspection reports and maintenance files stored electronically in your property management <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/\">software account<\/a>, which should provide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/2015\/08\/property-managers-guide-to-maintaining-proper-records\/\" rel=\"noopener\">unlimited cloud-based storage<\/a> options linked directly to a property or a tenant for easy access and reference.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>This article was originally published in August 2017 and has since been updated.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>RELATED READING FOR YOU:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rentecdirect.com\/blog\/septic-system-basics-for-landlords-property-managers-and-investors\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Septic System Basics for Landlords, Property Managers, and Investors<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"LinkSuggestion__Link-sc-1mdih4x-2 jZPuuT\" 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