Presenting a Property To Let

Whether you are looking to let your own home, or have an investment property to let, it is important to ensure the property is presented in good order throughout. This will help to attract a good quality tenant and maximise the potential rental income.

Ideally, a property should be well decorated throughout and we suggest neutral colours such as magnolia or cream. Kitchens and bathrooms should be modern and well equipped. The following are generally expected to be provided:

    * Carpets & curtains in neutral or muted colours
    * Light fittings complete with working bulbs
    * TV aerial
    * Telephone line
    * Kitchen appliances such as fridge, cooker and washing machine
    * Bathroom with shower attachment or shower unit
    * Shower rail & curtain or shower screen
    * Bathroom cabinet, towel rail, mirror and toilet roll holder
    * Dustbin
    * Instruction Booklets for all appliances
    * At least two sets of keys

It is extremely helpful to a tenant to supply an information pack to contain such details as:

    * Dustbin collection day
    * Parking arrangements, identifying any specific allocated garage/parking space and those available for visitors
    * Location of meters
    * Any shared communal areas, ie, location of dustbins, or clothes drying area
    * Copies of any appliance warranties/service contracts
    * Utility, telephone and television service providers

We recommend that a property, including the windows and carpets, are professionally cleaned, prior to the commencement of a tenancy. The garden should also be left in good seasonal order and be well maintained. If a garage is available to use, this should be left empty and secure.

If letting a property on a Furnished basis, the property should be uncluttered and personal items such as ornaments, books, etc, should be removed. All soft furnishings must also comply with safety regulations. The main items generally required would be:

    * Sofas
    * Dining table and chairs
    * Kitchen equipment
    * Iron & ironing board
    * Hoover
    * Beds
    * Bedside tables
    * Wardrobes (if not fitted)
    * Lawnmower & basic garden tools

We will be happy to advise you further, regarding the presentation of your property.