Roddy playbook

Rent Ready

Preparing your property for move-in

Adapted from the Rent Ready framework on rentgrace.com, Roddy’s version blends warranty-of-habitability requirements with our North Texas vendor bench so every home launches in showcase condition.

340+

Turns managed in 2025

5.4

Average make-ready days

24 hrs

Vendor response SLA

Key outcomes

Transparent steps lifted from the Roddy operations manual.

Warranty-of-habitability checklist

Electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and life-safety devices verified and documented for compliance with Texas Property Code and local ordinances.

Cosmetic + curb appeal upgrades

Fresh paint, landscaping refresh, fixture swaps, and punch repairs lifted from roddyproperties.com/services to match modern renter expectations.

Photo-ready presentation

Our marketing team signs off before the listing goes live so you’re not paying for re-shoots or delaying syndication.

Execution checklist

How we keep every step accountable

Exterior

  • Landscaping trimmed, beds mulched, exterior washed
  • All locks rekeyed; garage swept and cleared
  • Address numbers, lighting, and mailboxes aligned with HOA requirements

Interior

  • Appliances serviced and manuals logged
  • Fresh caulk/paint; flooring professionally cleaned
  • Smart locks + CO/smoke detectors tested and documented

Free resource

Download the Rent Ready punch list

A printable checklist inspired by McCaw’s make-ready process plus our own vendor standards.

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