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How would you describe your ideal resident?
Friendly? Pays the bills on time? Never complains?
Even with the best of residents, there may be some unexpected surprises once it’s move-out time. What kind of surprises? We’re talking pests – specifically bed bugs, fleas and cockroaches. These pests may have become issues during the previous resident’s lease term for various reasons, and they could lengthen unit turnover time, ultimately affecting your revenue.
Setting up regular pest control inspections is a simple way to help avoid surprises. And, establishing a documented process for your pest management program, including bed bug inspections, could help you avoid costly infestations and even resulting lawsuits.
Don’t forget to take special care to identify pest activity before a new resident moves into an empty unit. Work with your pest management professional to thoroughly inspect and treat for the following common pests to help achieve a smooth unit turnover:
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