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Foundation Care 101: A Landlord’s Guide to Long-Term Stability

Wake Forest Rental Property with a Beautiful Patio and Strong Foundation

For the rental property to retain its functionality over time, it is vital to ensure that the foundation is adequately maintained and sealed. Moisture can infiltrate through wall or floor cracks, fostering the growth of mold and creating harmful living conditions. For this reason, you should incorporate foundation sealing and restoration into your property management strategy.

For a single-family rental property to last a long and lucrative time, it needs a strong, waterproof foundation. It can also aid in the prevention of other problems like pests or structural damage. You can safeguard your investment and guarantee the security and comfort of your tenants by taking proactive steps to preserve the integrity of the foundation of your rental property.

When to Repair Property Foundations

Now is the perfect time to seal and repair your property’s foundation in preparation for the winter months ahead. It’s not a good idea to put off foundation maintenance until after moisture has caused damage or right before a deep frost. Unsatisfactory conditions can lead to inadequate restorations, thereby increasing the susceptibility of your property to additional harm. A small problem should never be disregarded because it could grow into a big one later on!

The foundation of the property needs to be maintained, and it is not advisable to delegate this task to your residents. The owner has to be in charge of this. Regular maintenance should not be overlooked, and even well-meaning tenants can neglect this important task. In fact, improper sealing and repairs might result in more expensive problems down the road.

Hire a Professional to Help with Foundation Repair

It is critical to ensure that the repair is performed properly; otherwise, you risk causing more damage than good. Although you may be compelled to rectify the issue yourself, doing so would be unwise.

It takes the right skills and knowledge to seal foundation cracks. In addition to knowing the correct methods, you must also apply the crack sealing at an appropriate time of the year.

Constant neglect of foundation maintenance can result in serious complications including water damage, mildew growth, and structural issues. To prevent these issues from occurring, it’s critical to prioritize routine maintenance.

If this is your first attempt at sealing the foundation, it might not be the best use of your time and energy. Hiring an expert who possesses the requisite knowledge and tools to execute the task accurately and effectively is the best course of action. This will ensure that your property is secure for your tenants and that the foundation is kept up to date.

This is where Real Property Management Raleigh can be a real asset to your investment strategy. With regular maintenance, our staff makes sure your foundation remains stable and strong. With the assurance that your investment is in capable hands, we commit our time and resources to ensuring your complete satisfaction. For more information about maintenance plans and other property management services, contact us online or call us at 919-481-0008 today!

Originally Published on Aug 31, 2018

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