If you’ve just bought a holiday home on the Costa Blanca, surrounded by crystal-clear oceans, soft sand beaches, and warm weather, the last thing on your mind is probably upkeep. Contrarily, this is not how things should be. Preventing costly maintenance issues and attracting higher-quality renters are two benefits of keeping your holiday property in good condition.
Keeping your new Costa Blanca home in top shape is a breeze with these helpful suggestions.
Choose an experienced property manager or caretaker to oversee the property.
An experienced property manager can guarantee that your holiday home will be well cared for. Find a reliable person with lots of experience and have them take charge. A property manager’s duties may include screening prospective tenants, screening current tenants, inspecting the property, responding to maintenance requests and emergencies, and even marketing the property. A property manager might alleviate stress, but they can also drain your financial account by taking as much as 25-40% of your rental income.
If you plan to handle your own bookings for your Costa Blanca rental property, hiring a local caretaker is a lot more cost-effective option than hiring a property manager. The property will be checked on every few days by a reliable local housekeeper or handyman to make sure everything is in order.
Cleaning service
Hire maids to come in after guests depart to make your home look if they were never there. This will make sure the property is ready for the future occupants and that everything has been left in good shape. It’s best to catch a problem early on with equipment like taps, showers, air conditioners, and stoves than to wait until there’s an issue. Be ready to call on Costa Blanca cleaning staff that come highly recommended.
Upkeep
Keep your property in good condition and put off costly repairs by doing regular preventive maintenance. Remember that homes near the water are more likely to rust, so it’s wise to keep a constant eye on yours. Ownersite recommends the following preventative maintenance tasks for your Costa Blanca property:
Exterior
Clean any gutters of any leaves or other debris that may have accumulated.
Eliminate the potential for mold growth by washing it away regularly.
Keep siding and window caulk well-maintained.
Ensure that your air conditioners are spotless.
Examine the foundation.
You should check the sprinkler system for leaks and do some tree and brush trimming.
Ensure the roof, screens, fences, gates, and automatic door opener are all in good working order.
Check for evidence of termites and other pests such as rodents, and stinging insects.
Interior
Repair damaged grout and tile in the kitchen and bathroom.
Fix any plumbing issues, such as dripping faucets, that you may find.
Look for damp spots in the ceiling or attic to determine whether there are any leaks.
Hire a professional to sweep your chimney and fireplace.
Check the circuit breakers.
Check the fire extinguisher and replace the batteries in smoke alarms if necessary.
Phone numbers for urgent services
No matter how regularly your property manager or local caretaker inspects the property or how well you keep up with regular maintenance, an unexpected problem may arise at some point. Pipes can explode, appliances can malfunction, gutters can detach, and walls can crack. That’s why it’s crucial to have contact information for reliable urgent services in your area, such as handymen, plumbers, and electricians.
If you wish to rent your Costa Blanca property to responsible, respectful people, you must take good care of it. Check out our fantastic Costa Blanca real estate for sale if you’re interested in purchasing a holiday home or retirement investment, and get in touch if you’d like additional details about visiting Spain and the Spanish real estate market.
The following is how to reach us:
Visit us at Carrer la Santamaría, 8 – 03710, Calpe (Alicante), Spain. Our hours are 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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