The benefits of regular property cleaning

When managing a large portfolio of properties staying on top of things can be something of a challenge. Although offering a regular property cleaning service to your tenants may seem like an unnecessary expense there are many benefits in doing so. This blog talks you through how a regular cleaning service can help you avoid unexpected costs and maintenance issues when it comes to your properties.

Expert cleaners ensure long-term damage is avoided
Regular professional cleaning services will keep your properties at a consistently higher cleanliness standard than relying on tenants alone. Even if tenants have good intentions all too often time constraints mean that dirt and grime is allowed to build up, potentially causing damage to carpets, tiling or paintwork. Professional cleaners will ensure not only that the property is kept clean, but that any long-term damage is avoided.

Keeping your properties at a consistently high standard
In addition to keeping your property at a consistently high cleanliness standard a regular cleaning service can prevent potentially costly maintenance issues.  Our regular domestic cleaners will alert us and take photos of any areas of concern at your properties (such as a blocked sink, mould, a loose cupboard door etc).  This enables you to immediately view and assess any issues before they have time to escalate into a costly problem.

Giving you peace of mind
When you manage a large portfolio of properties, regular visits to each property are rarely practical. Although the majority of tenants will cause minimal harm there can be those who fail to take care of the property as they should. A regular and trusted cleaning team can advise you of any signs of potential misuse, such as using unapproved methods of adhering things to the walls (i.e. tape or sticky tack), smoking indoors, or keeping pets.

Happier tenants and maintained occupancy rates
Just as you want tenants who take care of your property, they want a landlord who understands their requirements. Tenants will value a regular cleaning service, and the reassurance that it will be the same person each week. This in turn makes them more tolerant of any issues with the property which may occur, giving you more leeway when dealing with issues across your property portfolio. Additionally, happier tenants will have less reason to move out, reducing the number of vacant properties you have at any one time.

Saving you money and hassle at the end of tenancy
A regular property cleaning service will ensure that your properties are kept at a high standard, and any issues are dealt with as they occur. When the time does come for an end of tenancy clean the regular cleaning services will ensure this is far less strenuous and time consuming (thus saving you money). Furthermore, you will have far fewer dilapidation claims to deal with, helping you avoid any unnecessary hassle and expense.

How can GMC help you?
GMC’s regular cleaning services are truly national. This means that regardless of the geographical location of your properties we can help take care of your whole portfolio. Our cleaners will get to know your properties, and act like a second set of eyes and ears. Helping you stay on top of any issues, and avoid any unnecessary problems. The team at GMC are always here to take care of your properties and make your job easier. For further information on our regular cleaning or any other property maintenance services just contact us on info@genmaint.co.uk or call 01903 721020.