Richmond Property Management Blog

Toilet Problems in Richmond Rentals: Clogs, Running Toilets & Leaks

A toilet problem usually falls into one of four paths: the bowl is rising or overflowing, the toilet is clogged or flushing poorly, it keeps running or refilling, or water is appearing around the base. Start with the symptom you actually have.The first important distinction is wh...

Plumbing & Water Problems in Richmond Rentals: Start Here

A toilet that will not flush, a slow shower drain, weak water pressure, a leaking pipe, and a loss of hot water are all plumbing problems, but they need different first steps. This guide helps PMI James River residents get to the right troubleshooting path quickly.Start with what...

Emergency vs Urgent vs Routine Maintenance: How Repairs Are Classified in Richmond Rentals

Not every maintenance problem that needs prompt attention is an after-hours emergency. PMI James River uses three levels for Richmond-area rental maintenance: emergency, urgent, and routine. The difference is based on what is happening now, how serious the risk is, and whether th...

What Should I Do If I Smell Gas in My Richmond Rental?

If you smell natural gas or reasonably suspect a gas leak in your Richmond rental, leave the area immediately. Once you are outside and away from the suspected leak, call 911.Do not stay inside to find the source, check an appliance, open windows, relight anything or operate elec...

Fall in RVA Without a Ticket: Free Things to Do in Richmond This Fall

Fall in RVA does not have to mean buying a festival ticket every time you want to get out of the house. Some of Richmond's best fall outings have no required admission at all, and they work just as well on an ordinary Saturday as they do when you have visitors in town.This gu...

A Richmond Renter's Guide to Living Well in RVA

Richmond is a city you live in, not just one you pay rent in. The James River cuts through the middle of it, neighborhoods and nearby communities can produce completely different daily routines, and there is enough going on around the metro that your rental can become a home base...

How Do I Prevent Frozen Pipes in a Richmond Rental?

A frozen pipe can start as a small change at one faucet and become a water-damage problem after the line thaws. In a Richmond rental, the safest approach is to know which plumbing is more exposed, take the simple prevention steps that apply to your home, and report warning signs ...

Smoke Alarm Problems in a Richmond Rental

A smoke alarm can make several different sounds, and the first step is knowing which one you are hearing. A periodic maintenance chirp is not the same as a smoke alarm signal. Many common U.S. alarms use repeating groups of three loud beeps for smoke or fire, while an occasional ...

What Counts as a Rental Emergency, and What Should You Do?

At PMI James River, a rental emergency is a situation where serious harm is actively at stake and the problem cannot safely wait until normal working hours. That generally means an immediate threat to life or safety, a home that cannot be secured, or major property damage that is...

Carbon Monoxide Alarm Problems in a Richmond Rental

A carbon monoxide alarm can make more than one kind of sound. A low-battery or end-of-life chirp is not the same as a carbon monoxide emergency alarm. The important job is to learn the difference while the alarm is operating normally, before you ever have to make that decision un...