When discussing handymen, the old saying “a jack of all trades is a master of none” often gets thrown around by tradesmen. However, this isn't the complete saying: "A jack of all trades is a master of none, but frequently better than a master of one.”
For landlords having a handyman can be crucial in maximizing income from their Long Beach rental properties. Whether you are a new landlord or a seasoned investor, below are five reasons to have a handyman handy.
When you hire a handyman, you’ll gain the freedom of time, especially if there is direct communication between the handyman and the tenants. This can avoid altercations and arguments between yourself and your tenant. The handyman can deal with necessary maintenance and repairs without involving you in every step, simply providing a report of the repair at a later date. Handymen should have enough experience performing a wide assortment of jobs with more efficiency than perhaps you could give yourself.
Although many landlords don't mind doing the work themselves, thinking they’re saving money, time is money. When comparing the costs of a specialist, a handyman will cost you far less to perform more duties. A handyman is often enough to manage daily maintenance unless the job requires a large team of professionals. As a rule of thumb, a handyman can provide repairs and maintenance on any given day, but you should hire a specialist on a large project.
Hiring a handyman’s services can help provide you with extra protection. The fact of the matter is some repairs are considered more dangerous than others, such as repairs done to the roof. Out of sheer experience, handymen are less likely to get injured when working in different areas of the properties, such as roofs, attics, or crawl spaces. And should have the experience to use otherwise dangerous tools safely.
Other than physical risk, a handyman can provide mental relief. As a professional, their work is likely to hold up for longer and risk fewer things going wrong with repairs. A handyman's work often guarantees their work, meaning if something goes wrong, they’ll return to repair at no cost to you.
Handymen provide measurable efficiency to your Long Bach rental Properties maintenance. If all the systems woke appropriately and efficiently, it could make your rental look more desirable. If a tenant sees a property is well taken care of, they can safely assume this will continue after they move in. If the property looks like it’s in disrepair, it can push them to seek other options. A handyman can extend the life of the property’s core systems, appliances, exterior, and interior by reducing the rate of wear and tear to your property.
Doing repairs yourself can be gratifying for some, but is it worth it?
Once you’ve understood the value of your time, you’ll understand why a handyman can provide you with the most valuable thing: time. The time you spend doing maintenance or repairs could be better spent with family and friends. If you’re only starting your real estate career, having the time to invest in other properties, manage more extensive projects, or expand your portfolio can be crucial.
Having a handyman available for repairs is a smart decision. Suppose you're looking for a reliable and experienced handyman or need more information on what to look for when hiring a handyman. In that case, we invite you to call us today at (562) 888-0247, or you can fill out our
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