November Rain - is your property storm ready?
What a wet old week it has been. As we kick off November 2020 I feel many property investors collectively wince as they consider whether this wild weather has caused any havoc on their property over the weekend that was.
Come today there may be some necessary clean-up, and we can never predict what mother nature will throw our way, however, what we can do is prepare. Kate Benjamin Property guides its investors through the process, proactively preparing their property and reducing the risk of unnecessary damage.
One of the many draw cards of living in the Hills, is its leafy streets and bush outlooks. If you were caught out in the rain this weekend, wondering whether your property was at risk, here are some things to consider implementing:
Annual gutter cleaning - this prevents water overflow and drain blockage, and helps prepare in both a storm or bushfire threat
Review low hanging branches and any large trees that may pose a threat to property. It is important to start this process as early as possible, as native tree removal or trimming of over 10% will require council approval
Annual pest inspection - not only is this a good idea for maintaining the integrity of your investment, any tree that has attracted the attention of termites will be weakened and potentially at risk during wild weather.
In addition to property preparation, Kate Benjamin Property makes sure that our tenants fulfil their obligations when it comes to property maintenance, and that they understand the importance of reporting any repairs as soon as possible. Regular periodic inspections are used to flag any potential preventative maintenance required.
If you would like a review of your property, contact us as part of our HEALTHY RENTAL PROPERTY PLAN initiative.
