Repairs Managed for You
We coordinate and oversee the contractors who handle repairs and upkeep.
Rental Property Maintenance
Maintenance That Protects Your Rental and Your Income
Maintenance is where rentals quietly make or lose money. A slow repair turns into a bigger one, a missed inspection becomes a failed one, and a resident who feels ignored does not renew. Zamzam Property Management handles repairs, upkeep and emergencies for you, with vetted contractors and a record of everything that was done.
This page explains how we handle maintenance, what Michigan law expects of a landlord and how we keep costs under control.
How We Handle Maintenance
What We Take Care Of
From a dripping faucet to a full turnover, this is the work we manage.
- Resident repair requests
- Emergency calls
- Plumbing and drains
- Electrical repairs
- Heating and cooling
- Appliances
- Roof leaks
- Water damage
- Annual inspections
- Code violation repairs
- City inspection preparation
- Condition reports
- Move-out inspections
- Turnover cleaning and repairs
- Renovation bids
- Invoices and receipts on file
How a Repair Gets Handled
Every request follows the same path, so nothing is lost and you always know what was done.
From Request to Repair:
- The request comes in. Residents report problems to us, including through the emergency hotline at any hour.
- We sort it. Emergencies go out immediately. Routine items are scheduled.
- The right person is assigned. In-house staff, a handyman or a licensed contractor, depending on the job.
- The work is overseen. We coordinate access with the resident and follow the job to completion.
- It goes on the record. Invoices and receipts are kept on file and show on your statement.
Larger Projects:
- Recommendations. We advise on how a renovation or rehab can raise rental income.
- Estimates. We prepare preliminary cost estimates.
- Bids. We get multiple independent bids for the work.
- Oversight. We act as the general contractor and oversee the project.
- Turnovers. Between residents we clean, repair and upgrade the home as needed, then put it back on the market.
What Michigan Expects of a Landlord
Maintenance is not optional. These are the obligations that matter most.
Landlord Obligations:
- Fit and in reasonable repair. Michigan law requires a landlord to keep a rental fit for its intended use and in reasonable repair during the lease, and to comply with state and local health and safety laws.
- Local rental codes. Many Metro Detroit cities require rental registration and periodic inspections, and each sets its own standards.
- Lead-safe work. Federal rules require lead-safe certified firms for most paid renovation or repair work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978. See the EPA rule.
- Licensed trades. Work such as electrical, plumbing and mechanical generally has to be done by properly licensed contractors, with permits where required.
Why Fast Repairs Pay:
- Small problems stay small. A leak caught early is a repair. A leak ignored is a restoration project.
- Inspections pass. A maintained home is ready when the city or a housing agency inspects it.
- Residents stay. People renew when repairs are handled promptly.
- Disputes are avoided. Documented, timely repairs are the best answer to a rent or deposit dispute.
- Value is protected. Regular upkeep protects what the property is worth.
Getting Started with Zamzam
Maintenance Is Part of Full-Service Management
Maintenance is one piece of what we do for every rental we manage. We also market the home, screen applicants, collect rent, inspect the property and send you monthly statements with every expense itemized.
If your rental has fallen behind on repairs or failed an inspection, tell us. Getting a home back into shape is work we do regularly.
Rental Property Maintenance FAQ
Who handles repair requests from residents?
We do. Residents report problems to us, we assign the work to in-house staff, a handyman or a licensed contractor, and we follow the job through to completion.
Do you respond to emergencies after hours?
Yes. We operate a round-the-clock hotline for urgent repair requests.
Who does the repair work?
It depends on the job. We match each task to in-house staff, a handyman or a licensed contractor based on quality and cost, using professionals known for fair pricing and code-compliant work.
How will I know what was done and what it cost?
We keep invoices and receipts on file, and your monthly statement shows income and itemized expenses.
Do you inspect the property?
Yes. We conduct scheduled inspections of the interior and exterior, checking for needed repairs, safety hazards, code violations and lease compliance, and we send condition reports when repairs are required.
Can you manage a renovation or rehab?
Yes. For larger projects we recommend how the work can raise rental income, prepare preliminary cost estimates, get multiple independent bids and oversee the project as general contractor.
What is preventative maintenance?
It means finding and fixing small problems before they turn into expensive ones, through regular inspections and upkeep rather than waiting for something to fail.
What are a landlord’s repair duties in Michigan?
Michigan law requires a landlord to keep a rental fit for its intended use and in reasonable repair during the lease, and to comply with applicable state and local health and safety laws. Many cities add their own rental inspection requirements.
Talk to Us About Your Rental
Request a free rental analysis and we will tell you what your home could rent for and what it needs. Prefer to talk? Call 248-592-7688.
Tell Us About Your Rental:
- Property address and number of bedrooms
- Whether the home is vacant or occupied
- Current rent, if it is rented
- Any problem you are dealing with right now
- What you want from the property
Sources: Michigan Compiled Laws 554.139, lessor’s covenants; EPA, Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program. Rules change. This page is general information, not legal advice.