Some optional items from a LTR lease now become requirement: you have to own the utility account, definitely have contractors to maintain yard, pest control, periodic soft wash the exterior, pool/hot tub (only speaking from FL, or any other property routine maintenance in other region). 

Call pest control?

My experience with all of our properties on what tenants will and won't pay for:Will: prime location; maximum square footage possible for the price range; an extra bathroom; good storage; no carpeting; accepting pets; fenced-in yard; central HVAC; main-floor W&D hookups.Won't: fancy appliances; upgraded counters; jacuzzi tubs; fancy outdoor spaces; throw-ins (lawn care, pest control, etc); fancy floors; fancy window treatments; Our tenants have consistently told us that they value the most space per dollar that they can get, in the best location, with basic amenities more than anything else.   

Plumbing could have broken pipes, sewage could be cracked, electrical box could be shot, pests would be a huge problem in my guess.

We replaced flooring, window treatments, painted the interior, made major upgrades to the termite infested exterior, and more.

@Luke Hoffman Emergency Procedures for Repairs and Emergency Contact List for Plumber (Sewer), Roof, HVAC, Trees, Pest Control, Share Laundry Washers & Dryers, etc.

We find it especially helpful when we don't have people moving out as often, to refresh ourselves on what to do when.Here are the things I include:Table of Contents:Resources. 4Property Selection.. 4Purchasing/Evaluation Reminders:4Unit Preparation.. 4Sequencing of Repairs. 4Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design.. 5Remove the Cleaning Vinyl and Plastic Blinds. 5Cleaning Cabinets. 6Hot water heater. 6Smoke detector & carbon monoxide detector. 6Advertising to Applicants. 7Utilities. 7Pet Policy. 7Smoking Policy. 9Occupancy Standards. 9Market Rent. 9Evaluation at Vacancy. 11Reevaluating during tenancy. 11Change to rental rates. 11Advertising. 11Tenant Selection.. 12Rating Applications. 14Tenant Selected. 16Rental Agreement. 16Paperwork & Legwork needed for Move in.. 18Move in.. 19Maintenance During Tenancy. 19Maintenance Needs reported by Tenant. 19Maintenance Performed by Tenant. 19Maintenance Inspection.. 20Things to Keep Maintained. 20Trees, lawn care & Trimming bushes. 20Monthly Processes. 21Collecting Rent. 22Rental Financials. 22Gather Market Rent. 22Document. 22Update Tenant Listing. 22Update Occupancy Tracking. 23Follow-up on Late Rent & Late Utilities. 23Less Frequent Processes. 23Here’s things to do on a routine, but less frequent basis.23Maintenance Inspections. 23Review Landlord/Tenant Law.. 23Issues/Changes During Tenancy. 23Late Rent. 23Unpaid Utilities. 24Mildew, Pests, or Rodents. 24Agreement Violations. 24Neighbor Complaints. 24Change in Tenants. 24Amendment to Rental Agreement. 24Abandonment. 25Terminate Agreement. 25Eviction.. 25Judgment. 26Tenant Turnover. 26Items left behind. 27Turning Prior Tenants in to Collections. 28IRS Guidance. 28Misc.

In terms of what you need to do to get an STR up and running (self-managing of course), please see below:Purchase furnishings and suppliesSet everything up yourself or hire a local crewSource all your vendors (utilities, internet, pool care, lawn care, pest control, STR insurance, plumber, electrical, and the most important 3, photographer, handyman, and cleaning crew)Create your listings on Airbnb, VRBO, etc.Set up your PMS tool (Guesty or OwnerRez are two popular ones)Set up your pricing tool (Wheelhouse and Pricelabs are two popular ones)Ask friends and family to stay at your place for free in exchange for early feedback and 5-star ratingsGrow your bookings from there!

Pest control and solar panels can also be very lucrative door to door .

Speak with your pest control guy about this.