When disaster strikes your Airbnb (Ep536)

Get Paid For Your Pad
Published: January 9, 2023
Hosting Operations

Summary

This podcast episode discusses a real-life carbon monoxide leak at a short-term rental property and highlights the importance of proactive safety measures. Hosts should prioritize regular safety inspections and build a support network within the STR community to protect guests and mitigate risks.

Key Insights

  • Generic inspections may not identify all safety risks, emphasizing the need for thorough and specific safety protocols.

Action Items

  • Consider getting feedback on safety from staff who help maintain and clean the property.
    Effort: low
    Impact: medium
  • Implement regular safety protocols across your STR portfolio, including carbon monoxide and smoke detectors.
    Effort: low
    Impact: high

Tools & Resources

  • SoulSTR: Jennifer Lawyer is co-founder of SoulSTR, a short-term rental management company.
  • Get Paid For Your Pad: The episode is from Get Paid For Your Pad, a podcast for short-term rental hosts.

Common Mistakes

  • Relying solely on generic inspections can lead to overlooked safety hazards.

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