129. Bathroom Maintenance Items You Will Definitely Encounter
May 3, 2022
Operating short-term rentals reveals the surprising wear and tear our bathrooms endure. Guests will inevitably put fixtures to the test, making regular maintenance crucial. Discover essential tips for stocking supplies and ensuring a clean, welcoming space. Plus, find out about an often-overlooked item you’ll definitely need to consider. Elevate your property’s appeal by understanding the intricacies of bathroom upkeep and keeping the experience enjoyable for your guests!
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Budget for Bathroom Maintenance
Reserve roughly $100 per room monthly for maintenance in a three-bedroom short-term rental.
The more properties you own, the less reserve is needed per property due to lower simultaneous risks.
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Secure Bathroom Towel Racks
Install towel racks securely into wall studs to prevent loosening or falling.
Consider towel hooks or racks behind toilets as easier or sturdier alternatives.
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Prevent Drainage Backups
Use shower drains with hair catchers and traps to prevent backups.
Instruct housekeepers to clean these traps regularly to avoid clogs.
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Operating short-term rentals will give you a new appreciation for the spaces we live in. It gets us thinking more about interior design but it also has us thinking about how durable our interior design will be. Or at least you should be thinking that if you already have a rental property. How well will your rental hold up to guests coming in and out on a regular basis? It would be hard to argue that every guest (or long-term tenant) will treat our properties exactly the way we do. As a result, we’re likely to get some additional wear and tear. But not all parts of a rental will receive the same amount of wear. Normal wear and tear are all based on usage and if there is one place I can guarantee your guests will always use, it's the bathroom. So because it gets used every time a guest stays with you it needs a little more attention. We’ll shed some light on wear and tear this week with a focus on our bathrooms. Including:
The bathroom items that will wear out
Budgeting
A couple items you need but don’t want your guests to see
An item you probably haven’t thought about (you will need)
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