10/01/2026
Who notices the damage? 👀
Accidents happen. Things get broken. Sometimes it’s a guest. Sometimes it’s wear and tear. Sometimes nobody even realizes something happened.
You can absolutely put your property on Airbnb, manage the bookings yourself and hire a cleaner.
But here’s the question:
Who is actually managing the PROPERTY?
Is your $25/hour cleaner expected to notice a damaged door, document it, figure out which stay it happened during, contact the guest, get repair quotes and start a claim?
And if you live out of town and don’t walk through the property between guests… when do you find out?
That timing matters. Airbnb requires hosts to document damage and pursue the responsible guest within specific time limits; photos, videos, receipts and repair estimates can all be important to a reimbursement request.
This is where local, hands-on property management earns its fee.
We’re not just managing an Airbnb calendar. We’re keeping eyes on your investment, communicating with cleaners, identifying problems, documenting damage, coordinating repairs and dealing with issues before the next guest walks through the door.
Because getting the booking is only one part of managing a vacation rental.
Your property is a major investment. Manage it like one.
Stay with Darby | Vacation Rentals & Management 🏡
