(Builder grade, hospitality grade, etc...)To help avoid disappointments like this, it's best to know what you want and spec what you want upfront, such as Moen Faucet p/n xxxx, American Standard water closet p/n xxxxx set on a bed of mortar with a new wax seal and a new water supply valve kit and escutcheon, etc...

They lite a candle by that was about it

Personally, I would never use any kind of glue down any more unless you are talking about the type of industrial/commercial tile that's glued down and used in office buildings - with regular waxing it will literally last forever.

Small rental properties don't hold a candle to big deals! 

If the unit is well-sealed(you can check for drafts by walking around with a candle and seeing if/when the flame blows(super-cheap way,) or get an energy inspection(more $$)) and insulated(double-pane windows at least, proper wall insulation- and maybe ceiling too?

I was pleasantly surprised when a tenant moved out and the floors I thought needed major work was just $400 of wax and polishing.

His quote included just changing out the wax ring....the material cost....$87....that's one expensive wax ring.

Some will burn incense, scented candles, or use air fresheners to cover up the odor before you come in.

I know I was frazzled the day they came in with their sales pitch, but point was they were professional - we verbally discussed "staging apps for online photos" and "candles, scents" for showings.Come to find out; all that is for listings that are for sale, not rent.

i just learned Baosun built a 'candle wood suites' hotel in the US... so maybe there is hope after all!