Kay Walten

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Keep Calm and Summer On: Your Pre-Guest Prep List

Here’s what fellow hosts and managers are doing to get guest-ready

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Kay Walten
Jun 11, 2025
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Summer is here, and so are your guests—with high expectations and zero patience for a broken A/C, a wasp party on the patio, or a grill that won’t light.

No stress—we’ve got your back with a quick-hit summer maintenance checklist to help you breeze through the season (and maybe avoid a meltdown or two).

📋 From airflow to fire pits, bugs to BBQs, here’s what smart hosts are checking off now—before things heat up in all the wrong ways.

Before your calendar fills up, take a moment to walk through this summer maintenance checklist. It’s not just about avoiding breakdowns—it's about protecting your reputation, preventing fire hazards, and giving your guests a great experience.

Summertime Vacation Rental Checklist

Here’s what fellow hosts and managers are doing to get guest-ready:

Keep It Cool

  • Schedule an A/C tune-up before things get sticky

  • Swap filters, vacuum vents, and double-check ceiling fan settings (counterclockwise = breeze)

  • Bonus: Place portable fans in bedrooms or main living spaces

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