All Forum Posts by: Daniel Overby

@Daniel Overby Ozone treatment for sure. That will take out 99% of the stink. There are a number of companies that offer this service - of it you think it'll be an ongoing issue - I would just buy the device. Make sure you are doing regular inspections in line with your local laws and the leases to check on the properties. Make sure they understand the fixing the stink will come right out of their security deposit. That's what I've been doing and it is working well.

I'm glad to hear the ozone treatment works so well. What are the size of the units you've used this on and how bad was the smoke smell? If I can just do an ozone blast and get rid of the smell that doesn't sound so bad lol

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Originally posted by @JD Martin:

I've never had to rip out flooring. I don't have any carpet in any of our units so that makes a difference. Beyond that an ozone machine is your friend. I've never had to rip out fixtures or trim - that's way overkill. It will require a good cleaning, for sure, andd yes there's a chance you may have to paint.

What size units have you had to deal with? For larger ones like 3 or 4 bedroom single family with tall ceilings I'm curious how the ozone machine does

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Originally posted by @Anjali L.:

I have the same problem with my tenants. Whenever we tell them, they straight up deny even though there’s a cloud of smoke arising from their unit every time we enter the building. Is there anyway to prove they are the ones smoking?

Exactly. That is a huge issue - even if you know 100% it is very hard to enforce.

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Smoking inside of a home is one of the more expensive types of damage to remedy. Sometimes it can take ripping out all flooring, trim, and fixtures, and adding layers of paint everywhere to block out the odor. Most leases have a "no smoking" clause but most times once you learn it has been violated the damage has been done. Are smoking tenants a big issue for your properties or no? What are good ways to prevent this from happening? How often does this happen to you? What have you had to pay to fix the odor?

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I am interested in buying wholesale properties. However, it is seeming to me that it is extremely risky for those who are not essentially experts in rehab. Most wholesalers are asking for all cash, no inspection offers. They will allow the buyer a quick walkthrough but nothing more. How are you all dealing with this? How do you manage risk when there are no inspections?

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