When a prospective tenant visits a rental property, it is not just the space they see that plays a vital role in their decision, but also how the property smells. Research shows that olfactory stimuli, or smells and odors, are linked to more brain activity than visual stimuli. In other words, while a clean rental property is important, it is also crucial for it to smell welcoming. Many real estate experts believe that the wafting aroma of baked goodies helps folks feel at home, and they are more likely to visualize the house as their next home.

It is important that your rental property is well-cleaned and maintained. Not many people want to live in a house that smells stale and feels unwelcoming. Carpets should be deep cleaned every time a tenant moves out in order to not only remove smells but also to keep the carpet in good condition for a longer period of time. If your rental property is pet friendly, it is even more important that the carpets be cleaned, because the smell of pet urine or other messes is usually very unwelcoming to prospective tenants.

If you don’t have time or energy to deep clean your property or at least remove any sources of foul odor between tenants, you may want to consider hiring a property management company to do it for you. Specialized Property Management Atlanta is a highly professional and experienced company that can help you manage your property effectively. Here are a few things we can do for you:

Regular Maintenance Checks

Property maintenance is one of the main services that we offer here at SPM Atlanta. We provide maintenance services that are not only affordable but also on time and of high quality. This helps retain tenants and ensures that your property remains profitably occupied.

Get the Property Ready for Tenants

When tenants move out, our team will ensure that the house is ready for the next tenants. As mentioned above, preparing a property for a new tenant involves deep cleaning, removing bad smells, and fixing anything that might turn a tenant off. We have the experience and resources necessary to really do this well.

Once the rental property has received a thorough cleaning and smells clean too, you can introduce some pleasant aromas when you show the house. You could plug in a diffuser with some essential oils, light a candle, or plug in a wax warmer to spread a welcoming scent around the home as prospective tenants tour. Alternatively, a lemon can be cut and placed in a small bowl, with the cut side up. The citrusy aroma makes the house smell fresh, and the lemons make a cute presentation on the kitchen counter.

The backyard and garden should be swept clean, and free of debris and garbage. Fragrant plants such as jasmine and lemongrass will make the outdoor space smell nice. A few well-placed potted plants like rosemary and lavender or herbs such as basil and thyme can make indoors smell wonderful as well. You, as a rental property owner, might not have the time or energy to keep up with a regular maintenance schedule. You may also be unable to identify tenants who may not take as good care of the property as it deserves. If this is true for you, you might consider working with a property management company, such as Specialized Property Management Atlanta, that will take good care of your investment. We will take care of all aspects of rental property management: from property inspections that ensure that the house is tenant-ready, to marketing and identifying potential tenants. Our team here at SPM Atlanta is comprised of seasoned professionals who will make the renting and management process hassle-free. For more information or to get a quote, call us at 404-596-8429 or contact us online. We would love to help you as much as we can.