How to Tidy Up Seattle Rental Properties: A Guide to Yard Clean-Up
By Lee's Product Team September 23, 2024

How to Tidy Up Seattle Rental Properties: A Guide to Yard Clean-Up

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As a landlord, securing your investment means managing property conditions, especially yard maintenance between tenants. Neglected yards can deter new tenants and decrease property value. Our reliable yard clean-up service can restore your property’s appeal, saving you time and effort. Outsource to us to tackle overgrown grass, weeds, and debris, and ensure a smooth transition between tenants.

Read Scott A.‘s review of Lee’s General Landscaping and Yard Clean Up on Yelp

The Struggles of an Unkempt Yard

When tenants leave a property, it’s not uncommon to find the yard in poor shape. An unkept yard can include:

  1. Overgrown Grass & Weeds: Without regular mowing and weed control, lawns can become an eyesore, making the entire property look rundown.
  2. Neglected Shrubs & Trees: Bushes, trees, and hedges left without pruning can grow wildly, making the yard look chaotic and untidy.
  3. Debris & Trash: Leftover debris like branches, leaves, and even trash can accumulate, contributing to a sense of neglect.
  4. Weed Overgrowth in Garden Beds: Gardens that were once a selling point may become overrun with weeds, detracting from the home’s curb appeal.

For landlords, the time and energy required to clean up a yard can be overwhelming. You may not have the right tools or expertise, and dealing with a heavily overgrown yard can feel like a daunting task.

The Benefits of a Professional Yard Clean-Up Service

Instead of trying to manage the clean-up yourself, hiring a professional yard clean-up service can make all the difference. At Lee’s General Landscaping, we specialize in tackling overgrown and neglected rental properties, making them more appealing to potential tenants. Here are a few key benefits of outsourcing this work:

  1. Efficiency & Speed: A professional team can complete the clean-up in a fraction of the time it would take a landlord working alone. They have the right tools and expertise to get the job done quickly and efficiently.
  2. Attention to Detail: A well-kept yard goes beyond mowing the grass. We offer full-service clean-ups, including weeding, pruning trees and bushes, removing debris, and more to ensure your property looks pristine.
  3. Increased Property Value: A neat, appealing yard can significantly increase the curb appeal and overall value of your rental property, making it easier to attract and retain high-quality tenants.
  4. Low-Maintenance Solutions: After the initial clean-up, we offer options like mulch application and weed prevention strategies to keep your yard looking great for longer periods with minimal upkeep.
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Regular Yard Maintenance: Like a Haircut for Your Property

Think of yard maintenance for your rental property as similar to getting a haircut. Regular trims and touch-ups keep everything looking neat and tidy, preventing larger, more difficult problems from arising. Just as you wouldn’t wait months between haircuts, maintaining your property’s yard on a regular basis ensures it always looks its best and remains appealing to prospective tenants.

A reliable yard service not only saves you time and effort but also ensures that your property’s exterior consistently looks well-maintained, even after a tenant moves out.

Scott’s Experience: A Testimonial

Scott A. from Lake City, WA, faced this exact challenge when his tenants left his rental property with a neglected yard. He shares his experience:

“Lee came over to our rental house in Lake City to clean up the yard after the tenants who had moved out neglected it. He showed up for the estimate 1/2 hour early to give me a quote. The price was in line with another estimate I had gotten, but based on the Yelp reviews I had read, I decided to go with him. Boy, am I glad I did! When he was done, it looked fabulous. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a reasonably priced yard clean-up.”

Scott’s experience highlights how beneficial it is to have a trusted professional like Lee’s General Landscaping handle post-tenant clean-up. His yard looked fabulous, and the property became ready for its next tenants in no time.

Ready?

If you own a rental property, maintaining an appealing yard is crucial in attracting tenants and preserving your property’s value. Instead of tackling overgrown or neglected yards on your own, consider outsourcing to a professional yard service like Lee’s General Landscaping. From thorough clean-ups to regular maintenance, we ensure your property always looks its best. Just like a regular haircut keeps you looking sharp, our yard clean-up services will make your rental property stand out and invite new tenants.

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Receiving Lee’s Yard Service: A 4-Step Process

  1. Schedule Appointment: Request quote with details
  2. On-Site Analysis: Project manager assesses site, provides recommendations & quote
  3. Service & Cleanup: Team arrives, works, and cleans up

Enjoy Your Fresh Yard!: Relax and appreciate the results!

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1. General Yard Service

We also offer service for one time clean up, over grown yard, low maintenance design, home sale prep, insurance claims, commercial properties, etc.

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Maintenance: We offer different packages for yard services: one time clean up, biweekly maintenance , quarterly, or annual.

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