Recommendations and best practices for reducing utility consumption in a short-term rental property, such as using energy-efficient appliances or promoting mindful usage to guests.
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Glossary Term: Utilities
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A predetermined amount of money included in the rental rate to cover a portion or all of the expected utility costs for a guest’s stay.
Disagreements or conflicts that may arise between hosts, guests, or utility providers regarding the accuracy or responsibility for utility charges.
The essential systems that provide water, electricity, gas, and waste disposal services to a short-term rental property.
Professional assessments of a property’s energy and water consumption patterns to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
Regularly tracking and analyzing utility consumption data to identify trends, anomalies, and potential areas for optimization.
A pricing strategy where the rental rate includes all utility costs, simplifying the booking process for guests.
A charge imposed on guests if their utility usage exceeds a predetermined threshold or allowance during their stay.
A detailed itemization of individual utility expenses (e.g., electricity, water, gas) for a specific period, such as a month or a guest’s stay.
Temporary disruptions in utility services (e.g., power outages, water shut-offs) that can impact guest comfort and require prompt attention.
A common listing feature indicating that the rental price includes the cost of essential utilities like electricity, water, gas, and internet.
The recorded measurements of utility consumption taken from meters at the beginning and end of a billing cycle or guest stay.