The following code supports Susan's and my remarks:§ 1.263(a)-1(f)(1)(i) Except as otherwise provided in paragraph (f)(2) of this section, a taxpayer electing to apply the de minimis safe harbor under this paragraph (f) may not capitalize under § 1.263(a)-2(d)(1) or § 1.263(a)-3(d) any amount paid in the taxable year for the acquisition or production of a unit of tangible property nor treat as a material or supply under § 1.162-3(a) any amount paid in the taxable year for tangible property if the amount specified under this paragraph (f)(1) meets the requirements of paragraph (f)(1)(i) or (f)(1)(ii) of this section.

Originally posted by @Frank Romine:@Jim WorkmanLock down all your exterior faucets.Frank Do you have a specific product you've used for this that has done well?

With that in mind, the burden is on you (not the investor) to secure the right product, with the right information, in the right way, and at the right price. 

I spent a few bucks at the hardware store on some cheapo tools and the least expensive products I could find.

Excellent product and even better support and educational material

Maybe because I posted links to products and they thought I was advertising? 

A good product will sell itself.  

Different companies use different terminology as this is a fairly unknown product.

I plan on going over there tomorrow to visit the property and see what type of condition they are keeping it in, but I was wondering what recommendations you all may have for dealing with this issue, both products that are effective, as well as dealing with the tenants if they are in fact keeping the home in unsanitary conditions.

CPA in Arkansas - If the property is not being used for "the production of income," ie you do not have the property available for rent, it cannot be depreciated.