As a property owner, your real estate investment is a critical asset. But maintaining its value and ensuring its longevity requires proactive care. Routine property inspections are one of the most effective tools to achieve this. By identifying potential issues early, preventing costly repairs, and fostering tenant satisfaction, inspections help you maximize your investment’s potential.
Why Routine Inspections Are Essential
1. Preventative Maintenance
Routine inspections help you catch small issues before they escalate. A tiny crack in the foundation, a slow plumbing leak, or minor roof damage can quickly turn into costly problems if left unattended. Regular check-ups allow you to address these issues early, saving you money in the long run.
2. Safety and Compliance
Property inspections ensure that your property complies with safety standards. Our team will check smoke detectors and ensure that vents and ducts are free of debris. Being in the home on a regular basis allows us to minimize liability risks and protects your tenants.
3. Tenant Retention
When tenants see that you’re committed to maintaining their home, they’re more likely to renew their lease. Routine inspections show tenants you care about their comfort and safety, helping foster trust and satisfaction.
4. Maintaining Property Value
Well-maintained properties retain their value over time. Inspections allow you to keep your property in peak condition, ensuring it remains an attractive option for tenants and buyers alike.
What to Expect During an Inspection
A thorough property inspection should evaluate all key systems and areas, including:
- Roof and Gutters: Checking for leaks, blockages, and wear from a ground view.
- Plumbing Systems: Looking for leaks, clogs, and water pressure issues.
- HVAC Systems: Testing for general functionality and change out furnace filters.
- Structural Integrity: Examining walls, ceilings, and floors for damage, wear, pest entry points, and structural integrity. We’ll also catch any related curb appeal items such as saplings, siding, soffit, and facia issues.
This process provides a comprehensive understanding of your property’s current state, giving you the insights needed to plan for repairs, upgrades, or preventative maintenance.
The Financial Benefits of Routine Inspections
Early Detection Saves Money
A small water stain might seem harmless, but it could signal a roof leak. If left unaddressed, that leak could lead to significant water damage, mold growth, or structural issues—all of which are expensive to fix. Inspections catch these small problems before they become financial headaches.
Lower Vacancy Costs
By maintaining your property’s appeal, inspections help reduce vacancy periods. Tenants are more likely to stay in a well-maintained property, and prospective renters are drawn to homes that show clear signs of care.
Boosting Market Appeal
If you decide to sell, a history of routine inspections and well-documented maintenance can increase buyer confidence, making your property more marketable and commanding higher offers.
The United Properties Difference
At United Properties of West Michigan, we go above and beyond to make inspections simple, effective, and stress-free for property owners. Our process stands out because it’s thorough, transparent, and designed to maximize the value of your investment.
Our Quarterly Inspection Process
We conduct inspections every quarter to stay ahead of potential issues. Here’s how we do it:
- Comprehensive Evaluation: From roof to foundation, we inspect every aspect of your property.
- Detailed Documentation: Using advanced tools, we capture 360-degree photos and create detailed reports. For larger properties, reports can be up to 40 pages long.
- Secure Online Access: Reports are sent via the Property Meld Owner’s Hub and email, so you can access them anytime, anywhere.
- Proactive Repairs: If we spot a problem, we’ll handle it quickly to prevent larger issues.
Why Choose Quarterly Inspections?
Unlike annual or bi-annual inspections, quarterly evaluations provide year-round insights into your property. They help us catch seasonal issues, respond to tenant concerns promptly, and maintain consistent care for your investment.
Protect Your Property with Confidence
Routine inspections are more than just a maintenance tool—they’re a strategy for success. They save you money, improve tenant satisfaction, and ensure your property continues to thrive.
At United Properties of West Michigan, we take care of your property like it’s our own. With quarterly inspections, you gain peace of mind knowing your investment is in capable, caring hands.
Contact us today to schedule your next inspection or learn more about our property management services.
Sergio joined United Properties in 2020. He is a graduate from Pickens Technical College as a Nurse Assistant and as a Small Animal Care Provider in 2010. In the past nine years, Sergio has had various jobs, all focused around customer service.
Eden joined United Properties in 2016. Eden graduated from Davenport University in 2015 with an Associate’s in Business Administration. She’s the Executive Assistant to the Owner of United Properties, with a focus on procedural documentation. She enjoys playing guitar, reading, and doing outdoor activities. Eden is trilingual and able to communicate in English, Spanish, and American Sign Language. 
David joined the United Properties team in 2019 as the Director of Client Relations and Business Development. In this capacity, he is responsible for leading all leasing, application underwriting, tenant relations, accounts receivable, process improvement, remote workers, and general office functionality (essentially anything outside of maintenance and service). David comes from a longstanding career at a Fortune 15 company primarily in a sales and customer service leadership role.
Matthew joined the United Properties in early 2020. He is a graduate of Lee University with a bachelor’s in Intercultural Studies and also a master’s in Discipleship and Christian Formation. Matthew serves as a project manager over the Rent Ready process. He has 20 years of construction experience and over 10 years of experience in leadership positions. He oversees a team of technicians and schedules outside vendors getting properties back to the United rent-ready standard so that they can be leased again.
Carla joined United Properties in late 2019 as a billing specialist. Carla ensures invoices are received from contractors and bills them out in a timely fashion.
Cristina joined United Properties as the Accounting and Billing Team Lead in October of 2020. She has experience as a technology professional, an English-Spanish translator, and has worked the past several years as the treasurer of her condominium.
Rick joined United Properties in 2020 as a Service Coordinator and then later transitioned to the Collections team, where his customer service shines. Rick has an extensive background in customer service and enjoys being able to resolve issues. He and his wife are raising their two kids and in his free time, Rick enjoys making his own homemade jerky.
Harriet joined United Properties as a Accounting & Billing Specialist in February of 2021. She has experience as a bookkeeper and a Property Manager for a Real Estate account. She was a working student during her college days. Harriet loves cleaning because she thinks it is therapeutic. She also loves watching series during her free time, and she’s a fur mom of one dog. Her inspiration to work every day is her family.
Diego has an extensive background in customer service and, most recently in Maintenance and
Paulina joined United in early 2021 as a Leasing Assistant. She has a background studying social work, with several years of experience in customer service. She speaks English and Spanish fluently and loves to learn. Paulina enjoys small road trips and cold, rainy weather. Her dog is her favorite thing in the world.
Jessica has a Bachelor’s Degree in Financial strategies and public accounting and is studying a masters in Blockchain and Fintech regulation. She has previous experience as a customer service representative. She speaks English and Spanish. She loves taking long walks with her three dogs, hiking and road tripping during the weekends.
Chris Good is new to the United Properties Team since June 2022 as a Business Development Manager. With years of experience in both the construction industry (Master Electrician) and the Real Estate industry (Broker), he will closely work with new and experienced investors to facilitate their real estate goals.
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