The importance of hosts continuously investing in their short-term rental properties, both financially and in terms of time and effort, to maintain high standards, enhance the guest experience, and remain competitive.
Glossary Term: Property Maintenance
The essential systems that provide water, electricity, gas, and waste disposal services to a short-term rental property.
A cleaning schedule for short-term rentals that aims to benefit both the host and the guest. This could involve offering flexible check-in/check-out times in exchange for guests completing minor cleaning tasks, or providing incentives for guests who leave the property tidy.
Scheduling a buffer time of at least two hours between guest check-out and the next check-in to allow for thorough cleaning and preparation.
A comprehensive list of cleaning tasks to be completed between guest stays, ensuring a high level of hygiene and sanitation in the rental property.
Keeping track of all furniture, appliances, and supplies in the rental property, ensuring everything is in working order and readily available for guests.
A lighter cleaning service offered between guest stays, typically involving surface cleaning, trash removal, and linen refresh.
A white pigment often used in paints, coatings, and cleaning products, known for its brightness and ability to reflect UV rays.
Regular upkeep and repairs of a short-term rental property to ensure its functionality, safety, and appeal to guests. This includes cleaning, landscaping, and appliance maintenance.
An important consideration for short-term rental owners, as repairs, maintenance, and renovations often require skilled professionals.
A detailed list of all small appliances provided at the rental property, such as coffee makers, toasters, blenders, and hair dryers, for guest convenience and property management.
Professional services hired to clear snow and ice from driveways, walkways, and other areas of a property. Essential for short-term rentals in snowy climates to ensure guest safety and accessibility.