Storm damage to the roofs of most of the properties in 2023 were all fixed by late spring of 2024. Fourteen got new roofs, gutters and downspouts. Some got siding repairs, and six houses had storm-damaged windows and doors replaced as well. Replacement garage doors were installed at 2340 Knapp Street, 510 Stanton Avenue, 3105 Story Street, 3118 Story Street and 3401 West Street. A major remodel to the main floor layout at 3023 Lincoln Way was completed over the summer. Details of that project are included in the property's webpage.
New granite countertops are planned for more of the kitchens during 2025. New walk-in showers will be installed in at least three other properties in 2025 as well. A new retaining wall at 3105 Story Street will also be built. And some age and storm damaged trees will be removed at 3111 Lincoln Way, 510 Stanton Avenue, and 2334 Storm Street.
As always, regular maintenance and repairs occupy a big chunk of the schedule, but keeping things in good condition is a key to keeping the value of the properties where it should be.
Useful Tips and Suggestions for Tenants
Easily avoid losing part of your damage deposit by knowing how to clean your place before you leave at the end of your lease.
Does the washing machine at your place need a good cleaning? Check out this page for a pretty simple and inexpensive way to make it sparkling clean.
Toilets get clogged for any number of reasons, and according to the terms of your Lease, clearing them is your responsibility. Before breaking out the heavy tools, watch this YouTube video about clearing toilet clogs without a plunger. A little dishwashing liquid. a little time, and some hot water may be all it takes. (Note that this is for toilet clogs, not sink or tub/shower drain clogs.)
Have ants been scouting your place for a food source that the whole anthill can use? Put a stop to their exploring with this trick and maybe save some money doing it. If you're more of a visual learner, here's a YouTube video with 7 Genius Ways to Get Rid of Ants.
Many of our properties have glass stove tops. Cleaning them with just any cleanser can scratch the glass, so it's important to use one designed for glass cooktops. For those into Do It Yourself methods that tend to be a bit less expensive, check out this page for an easy 3-ingredient solution to a dirty glass cooktop.
Regular cleaning of your shower eliminates the need to 'deep clean' it just before you move out. Here's how with dish soap, vinegar, and soap-dispensing brush. A somewhat more nature-friendly version can be found on this page.
A couple of great collections of cleaning tips and tricks can be found on Buzzfeed. One for Seriously Useful Tips Every Clean Freak Needs To Know, and another with 31 Ways To Seriously Deep Clean Your Home.
Hey kids, remember the feeling you got when you cleaned your room without being asked and no one noticed? That's what adulthood's like. @MaraWilson