ü Provide thorough pre-season checks
Ø Check all appliances are working correctly
Ø Check status of fire extinguisher(s) and fire blanket(s) if fitted. Report any problems to owner
Ø Check toilet cisterns and pipe work to ensure correct working. Check for leaks. Report any damage to owner
Ø Check plastic furniture (table and chairs). Report any damage to owner
Ø Check plumbing, taps and waste pipe work for damage/leaks. Report any problems to owner
Ø Check air conditioning units are working. Report any problems to owner
Ø Check utilities supplies are functioning correctly (i.e. water and electricity working)
Ø Check all electric lights both internal and external are working. Report any faults/damage to owner
Ø Check door handles, locks and hinges. Report any problems to owner
ü Provide during the season services
Ø Check property after guests’ departure and report to owner
Ø Check bins, cupboards, fridge(s)/freezer(s), oven(s) and microwave(s) for waste and perishable foodstuffs, and remove after guests departure
Ø Change over gas bottles when required (cost of supply extra)
ü Provide end of season services (to be carried out after last Summer occupation date)
Ø Turn off services i.e. electricity, water, gas (if requested)
Ø Check bins, cupboards, fridge(s)/freezer(s), oven(s), hob(s) and microwave(s) for waste and perishable foodstuffs and remove/dispose if there is any
Ø Ensure all exterior windows and doors are locked and any additional security features (e.g. window locks) have been applied
Ø Ensure all exterior furniture (chairs, tables, sun beds and umbrellas) are returned to place of storage
Ø Unplug all electrical equipment and store in cupboards (if requested by owner)
Ø Lift bed mattresses to allow air to circulate underneath
ü Check property once each week and report any problems to owner
Ø Any problems to be recorded on digital camera and e-mailed to owner
Ø The following areas to be checked and noted during each property visit. Any damage to be reported to the owner by e-mail.
· Property security – check for signs of attempted forced entry, illegal entry and vandalism
· Water penetration – check inside property for leaks from roof as a result of weather
· Plumbing – check interior pipe work for signs of leaks
· Damage – check for signs of external damage as a result of bad weather
· Bills – check for delivery of utilities bills (electricity, water) and either take away for payment and e-mail details to owner, or leave inside property for owners to arrange payment
· Damp – check for signs of damp
· Fences and walls – Check for damage
· Rubbish – check for accumulation of litter and household waste
· Windows and doors – check for broken glass, locks and catches