Today is the first official day of spring, and for many landlords and property owners this could be time to begin assessing your
landscaping needs. While many landlords
stipulate in their lease agreement that
yard maintenance is the responsibility of the tenants, you might find yourself with a vacancy in the coming weeks
and will want to fix up your property for new renters and new spring blooms.
Here is a spring to-do list for this year's inaugural yard cleanup:
1.
Rake leaves out of garden areas. Piles of dead
leaves will suffocate your existing flowers and plants. Plus, cleaning out beds
will give the yard a fresh look and showcase any returning blossoms to
potential tenants. A handy leaf
blower can help expedite this job.
2.
Trim back dead shrubs and flowers. If your
hydrangea bushes still have last year’s dead blooms, trimming them off will
only ensure healthy new buds in the coming months. Tenants
will be delighted when they notice lots of budding perennials.
3.
Clean out last year’s mulch. This will make room
in your gardens for a fresh layer to be applied. New mulch makes any
landscaping job appear well maintained. It’s also healthier for your plants.
4.
Assess the lawn. Spring is a good time to aerate
and reseed the lawn to ensure thick growth all season long. If you noticed the
property had a lackluster lawn during last year’s spring and summer, this is a
good time to begin trying to make it better.
Remember the importance of curb appeal, as the yard could be
the first thing potential tenants
notice when they come for a tour of your rental property. Great looking landscaping
only complements a great home, and having both will ensure you can justify
charging a competitive monthly rent.
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