Pest Control
By The SJM Properties Team on 28th Jul 2024,Pest Control
In UK lettings, responsibility for pest control can depend on various factors, including the terms of the tenancy agreement, the nature of the pest problem, and whether the...
‘Wear and Tear’ Explained
By The SJM Properties Team on 21st Jul 2024,‘Wear and Tear’ Explained
When it comes to deposit deductions, understanding the boundaries of "wear and tear" versus "damage" is crucial for both landlords and tenants....
The Importance of Reporting Maintenance Issues
By The SJM Properties TeamThe Importance of Reporting Maintenance Issues
Tenants, it is paramount that maintenance issues do not go unreported and are brought to our attention promptly once identified. This enables us to take quick and...
Inventories Explained
By The SJM Properties TeamInventories Explained
If you are an applicant thinking of renting a property through a letting agent, an inventory is a crucial document that will be sent to you on your move in day....
Tenancy Liability Insurance
By The SJM Properties TeamTenants Liability Insurance
What is tenants liability insurance?
Tenants liability insurance is a type of cover created for renters. Insurance of this nature offers accidental cover for fixtures, fittings...
How to Prepare your Property for Winter
By The SJM Properties TeamHow to Prepare your Property for Winter
The cold weather is on its way and the Christmas wrapping paper is already in the shops! Therefore, we have put together a small list of things you can do to prepare and...
Bleeding your radiator
By The SJM Properties TeamBleeding your radiator
How to tell if your radiator needs bleeding:
Have you noticed you aren’t getting as much heat from your radiators as normal? To touch does your radiator feel warm...
Have you got a boiler problem?
By The SJM Properties TeamHave you got a boiler problem?
Perhaps you are having an issue with your heating or hot water, maybe they are not working as efficiently as you would like? This could be a sign of low pressure so always check the water...
Energy Efficiency Targets are Axed!
By The SJM Properties TeamLandlords can breathe a sigh of relief as plans to introduce energy efficiency targets are axed!
Property Visits
By The SJM Properties TeamProperty Visits
Conducting regular property visits are a crucial part of our fully managed service. At SJM Properties we undertake an initial inspection three months after a tenant has moved in and (provided everything is...
Pre-Move in Legislation for Landlords
By The SJM Properties TeamLegislation you need to be aware of pre-move in!
It can be tricky to keep up to date with the ever-changing legislation so please find below a brief checklist of legislation to consider before you can rent your...
Landlord Insurance
By The SJM Properties TeamLandlord Insurance
Landlords, if you have been keeping up with our blogs, you’ll know we recently explained Rent Guarantee Insurance and the benefits of it but while we are on the subject, we thought it important to...
Causes of Damp and Mould
By The SJM Properties TeamCauses of Damp and Mould
Did you know that condensation is scarcely a building fault and is actually caused by how we live inside our homes?
Mundane tasks such as washing/drying clothes, taking a bath or shower,...