Property owners face ongoing challenges from vandalism of residential property, with vandals targeting roughly 15% of American homes yearly. This malicious activity often causes expensive damage to a rental home and contributes to the detriment of property values. As such, preventing vandalism is a top priority for landlords and property owners looking to safeguard their rentals. Vandals focus on properties that appear neglected, but strategic efforts can make your home less of a target for vandals.
Simple Safety Measures for Rental Properties
- Motion sensor lights. Vandals prefer the cover of night. Motion sensor lights, which are energy-efficient options, illuminate when triggered, helping to prevent vandalism at your rental property by deterring intruders.
- Locking gate with your fence. A locking gate with your fence adds an extra layer of protection. A secure locked gate restricts access, deterring them from the yard and minimizing vandalism risks.
- Added greenery. Strategically placed thorny shrubs or thick bushes, called added greenery, serve as a natural barrier, keeping unwanted visitors at bay from your rental.
- Blinds or drapes. Vandals often hit properties they think are unoccupied. Blinds or drapes and a light or two is left on can create the illusion that nobody is home is false, reducing your property’s appeal as a target for vandals.
Conclusively, if vandals do strike, it’s important to clean up the mess as soon as possible. Quickly painting over graffiti and addressing any further damage keeps your property in good shape and can discourage a vandal from striking again, helping to prevent your rental home from repeated targeting.
By implementing these tips, you can protect your rental from vandalism and preserve its integrity. Real Property Management Instant Equity provides full-service property management, including properties in Cedar Park repairs and maintenance, to handle vandalism efficiently. Contact us online or call 512-500-0422 today for more details.
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