Creating & Managing Maintenance Requests

Learn how to efficiently create, track, and manage maintenance requests to keep your properties in excellent condition and tenants satisfied.

Quick Actions

Create Request

Submit a new maintenance request

New Request

Track Status

Monitor ongoing maintenance work

View Requests

Manage Vendors

Coordinate with service providers

Vendor Guide

Types of Maintenance Requests

Emergency Requests

Urgent issues that require immediate attention:

  • • Burst pipes or water leaks
  • • Electrical failures or safety hazards
  • • Heating/cooling system breakdowns
  • • Security system malfunctions
  • • Fire alarm or safety issues

Emergency requests are prioritized and should be reported immediately by phone or in-app emergency feature.

Urgent Requests

Issues that need attention within 24-48 hours:

  • • Non-functioning appliances
  • • Plumbing issues (non-emergency)
  • • HVAC problems affecting comfort
  • • Broken locks or security issues
  • • Pest control problems

Urgent requests are typically addressed within 1-2 business days.

Routine Requests

General maintenance and improvements:

  • • Minor repairs and touch-ups
  • • Cosmetic improvements
  • • Preventive maintenance
  • • Landscaping and exterior work
  • • General cleaning and maintenance

Routine requests are typically scheduled within 1-2 weeks.

Preventive Maintenance

Scheduled maintenance to prevent issues:

  • • HVAC system inspections
  • • Plumbing system checks
  • • Electrical system reviews
  • • Roof and gutter maintenance
  • • Seasonal property inspections

Preventive maintenance is scheduled quarterly or annually.

How to Create a Maintenance Request

1

Access Maintenance Portal

• Navigate to Dashboard → Maintenance

• Click "Create New Request" button

• Select the property and unit (if applicable)

• Choose request type and priority level

2

Describe the Issue

• Provide a clear, detailed description of the problem

• Include specific location details (room, area, etc.)

• Mention when the issue first occurred

• Note any temporary solutions already attempted

3

Add Supporting Information

• Upload photos or videos of the issue

• Attach any relevant documents or receipts

• Specify preferred contact method

• Indicate if tenant will be present for access

4

Submit and Track

• Review all information for accuracy

• Submit the request

• Receive confirmation and tracking number

• Monitor progress through the dashboard

Best Practices for Maintenance Requests

Clear Communication

  • • Use specific, descriptive language
  • • Include relevant measurements and details
  • • Provide context about when issues occur
  • • Mention any safety concerns immediately

Documentation

  • • Take clear photos from multiple angles
  • • Keep records of all communications
  • • Document any temporary fixes applied
  • • Save receipts for reimbursable expenses

Priority Setting

  • • Assess safety implications first
  • • Consider tenant impact and comfort
  • • Factor in property damage potential
  • • Balance urgency with available resources

Follow-up

  • • Monitor request progress regularly
  • • Communicate updates to tenants
  • • Verify work completion and quality
  • • Document resolution and lessons learned