West Seattle Rental Turnover Cleanup
Homeowner’s Issue
Turnovers in West Seattle come with a predictable set of problems: sod torn by renters, beds packed with English ivy or Himalayan blackberry, moss from long, damp winters, and drainage that channels water down into foundations on sloped lots. Many homes around Admiral, Alki, and the Lincoln Park corridors sit on compacted glacial till or fill soils that hold water in the winter and bake in the rare late-summer heat. Coastal exposure on Alki and Seaview drives adds salt spray and wind that stress tender plants; shady ravines in Highland Park and Fauntleroy foster moss, mushroom flushes, and slugs.
Seattle’s rainfall pattern—wet fall through spring, a drier July–September—means weeds explode in spring and moss is a persistent problem year-round. HOA expectations in tighter neighborhoods want tidiness and clear sightlines while Seattle’s summer watering guidance encourages low-water plantings and mulching. For rental properties, curb appeal must be fast, affordable, and resilient: landlords need a cleanup that prevents recurring headaches, respects city composting programs, and uses sustainable methods only (no herbicides). We focus on fixes that survive West Seattle’s microclimates and reduce future tenant damage.
Our Quality Service
We strip a yard back to a functional, lease-ready condition using hand tools, cordless trimmers, and wheelbarrows—no chemical shortcuts. Typical turnaround for a standard rental is one business day; larger properties or heavy cleanups may take two to three days. We prioritize composting, hauling to green bin or transfer stations, and installing mulch to reduce watering and weed pressure.
Local insight guides our choices: we favor coarse mulch to limit moss, choose low-water, salt-tolerant replacements near the shore, and reshape shallow swales to fix seasonal standing water. We follow Seattle Public Utilities guidance on green waste and adjust schedules around rainy windows to avoid compacting wet soil. Results: safer walkways, cleaner curb appeal, and lower rework between tenants.
What’s Included
- Site assessment and photo documentation.
- Debris removal: leaves, branches, trash, tenant items.
- Lawn cut, string-trim, and clean edging.
- Hand weeding of beds; removal of invasive runners where practical.
- Pruning lowers hazards and clears sightlines to meet HOA standards.
- Fresh mulch applied to beds (depth per plant needs).
- Haul-away of non-compostable debris; green-bin composting option.
Options / Upgrades:
- Mulch + landscape fabric for long-term weed suppression (where appropriate).
- Organic weed control and spot treatments with manual removal only — no herbicides.
- Plant replacements with low-water, native or salt-tolerant species.
- Gravel or decomposed granite pathway refresh.
- Full haul-away vs. green-bin composting (we sort on-site and confirm disposal choice).
Before & After / Expectations
Expect noise from trimmers and hauling, moderate mess during the workday, and clean, lease-ready results by the end of service. Access: a clear gate or driveway makes the job faster; stairs and narrow alleys add time and labor. If heavy debris or large green waste piles are present, we’ll confirm extra haul fees before work begins.
Care tips for West Seattle:
- Water new plantings early morning during warm spells; most established beds need only supplemental summer watering.
- Watch for spring germination (March–May) and plan follow-up weeding within 4–6 weeks.
- Moss and ivy respond to light, aeration, and increased drainage—mulch and pruning help more than chemical fixes.
- Keep gutters and downspouts clear; standing water near foundations accelerates plant and soil problems.
FAQs
- How soon can you turn a rental property? Typical standard cleanup: 1 business day. Heavy yards may take 2–3 days; we confirm on estimate.
- Do you use herbicides? No. We use only sustainable, manual and organic methods—no herbicides.
- What about disposal? We separate compostable material for green-bin pickup or transfer stations; non-compostable waste is hauled away per the estimate.
- Do you handle steep lots and alleys? Yes. We price for access difficulty and safety equipment if stairs or steep slopes require extra labor.
Call to Action
Get your West Seattle rental moved-in ready with a sustainable cleanup that lasts. We schedule quickly, give honest estimates, and know the neighborhoods from Alki to Fauntleroy. Email for a free estimate and photo-based quote.
neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com
206-538-9344
Mon–Sun: 9am–6pm
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