Considering installing a mini split heat pump in one of my SFR. The house is 900 sq ft. Currently a 2 bedroom but will be converted to a 3 bedroom at next tenant turnover. Anyone have any experience with this type of ...

Not you getting tested...getting the building tested!

As a Home Performance Expert I run into many situations of uncomfortable, unhealthy, and too often unsafe indoor home environments. When it comes to getti...

I have a tenant who just moved in about 2 months to newly remodeled rental (everything is new) that purchased this year. I had the AC system checked by HVAC company and everything works fine according to the company. ...

The California Apartment Association (CAA) is urging Governor Gavin Newsom to veto AB 2684, a bill that could lead to expensive air conditioning mandates for rental properties. The bill, introduced by Assemblyman Isaa...

Hey STR friends!!  I have a question for all STR owners that post mountain cabins on AirBnB and VRBO.  I was practicing the Enemy method @Avery Carl in the Pocono mountains.  For fun, I compared two properties with th...

I have two rental units in which the electric dryer does not vent to the exterior.  I provide lint traps for tenants use.  I know this is not ideal, but have decided for now, I am OK with the solution.One unit is comp...

Tenant has mentioned it twice now, “after initial inspection [no mold test was done then]” – suspicion of mold.I do not doubt it, because I have seen a few cracks and need for regrading.We do not close on home until J...

Improving energy efficiency not only helps the environment but also puts money back in your pocket. Let's explore budget-friendly tips to make your rental more energy-efficient and sustainable for the long run.
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Hi all,
Thanks as always for any help and advice.

Tenants are experiencing heavy condensation. Walls or damp to touch, and some clothes are now moldy. We've brought in two dehumidifiers which are helping, but I'm no...

This issue has occurred several times at different properties: tenants complaining that the AC isn't cooling to a ridiculously low temperature when the ambient temp is about 40 degrees warmer. My response has been tha...