5 Important Items On Our Renovations Standards Checklist
Our Renovation Standards Checklist (for rentals + long-term holds). One thing we’ve learned in Rentals and Renovations is this: The goal isn’t just to make a property look good…It’s to make it durable, clean, functional, and easy to maintain for years. A pretty renovation that falls apart in 6 months isn’t a win. A “simple” renovation that holds up through multiple tenants is. So here’s our renovation standards checklist — the things we try to follow on every project to protect the investment and create a better living experience 👇
1. Durability first & flooring that can take a beating
Before trendy finishes, we ask: what will hold up to real life? We lean towards materials that are easy to clean, tough, and consistent throughout the home.
2. Paint that stays looking clean & lighting upgrades matter
Neutral colors + washable finishes + proper prep work. A good paint job changes everything. Lighting is also underrated. A brighter, consistent home instantly feels newer and more welcoming.
3. Kitchens should be simple + functional & bathrooms: no shortcuts
Not luxury – just clean, durable, and easy to maintain since kitchens is where people judge fast. In bathrooms, fixtures should feel solid, finishes should be clean, and ventilation matters more than people think.
4. Matching hardware + fixtures and curb appeal still counts
Door handles, cabinet pulls, faucets, and lighting finishes should feel intentional. Consistency makes the whole renovation look higher-end. Landscaping, a clean entry, updated porch light, and simple exterior touches go a long way.
5. Renovate to reduce future maintenance and ask “Would we live here”?
We try to make choices that prevent headaches later, not create them. Not because it needs to be perfect – but because a rental should still feel like a home someone is proud of.
5 Important Items on our Renovations Standards Checklist
At the end of the day, our renovation standards come down to one thing: better living experience + fewer future issues + protecting the investment long-term. If you’re in rentals/renovations too, I’d love to hear this: What’s ONE renovation standard you never skip. We value our homeowners and tenants to much to skip any of the steps described in this blog.
