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You may decide to rent a house for a variety of reasons, to set up home for the first time, to bridge the gap while between selling and buying or for the flexibility of where or when you make your next move.
When searching for a property to rent, remember that the rental market moves much faster than if you were buying. Many properties remain available for only a few days once they appear in "houses to rent" ads. The DB Roberts ‘How To Rent Guide’ below provides plenty of useful hints and tips on renting.
When properties or rooms become available to rent they are displayed on our website. You can find our listings by clicking here.
Once you have been accepted by the landlord, we will be in touch with the next steps of completing your online reference request, where the referencing team will guide you through the process and ask you to pay the holding deposit.
When you find a property you would like to rent, move quickly and contact us for your pre qualification form.
Once completed, we will discuss your application form with the landlord and move to the next step viewings.
Sometimes you may need a Guarantor to support your application; this is someone who promises to pay the rent if you are unable to most people ask a relative to help with this.
You will be invited to attend a viewing with a member of our expert lettings team.
Before you get the keys, you will need to sign the tenancy agreement online and pay the balance of the first month's rent* and your security deposit to DB Roberts.
When properties or rooms become available to rent they are displayed on our website. You can find our listings by clicking here.
When you find a property you would like to rent, move quickly and contact us for your pre qualification form.
Once completed, we will discuss your application form with the landlord and move to the next step viewings.
You will be invited to attend a viewing with a member of our expert lettings team.
Once you have been accepted by the landlord, we will be in touch with the next steps of completing your online reference request, where the referencing team will guide you through the process and ask you to pay the holding deposit.
Sometimes you may need a Guarantor to support your application; this is someone who promises to pay the rent if you are unable to most people ask a relative to help with this.
Before you get the keys, you will need to sign the tenancy agreement online and pay the balance of the first month's rent* and your security deposit to DB Roberts.
You must look after the house and garden throughout the entire duration of your tenancy, ensuring that both the interior and exterior areas remain clean, tidy, and well-maintained at all times. This includes carrying out regular cleaning, disposing of household waste responsibly, and taking reasonable steps to prevent the build-up of dirt, mould, or any condition that could cause damage or deterioration to the property. You are expected to keep all rooms in a hygienic state, maintain floors, surfaces, appliances, and fittings in good working order, and avoid actions that could cause unnecessary wear and tear.
While major repairs and structural issues remain the responsibility of the landlord, you are expected to carry out small day-to-day tasks that fall under normal household maintenance. This includes minor jobs such as replacing light bulbs when they stop working, tightening loose screws, and fitting a new washer on a dripping tap where it is safe and simple to do so. These tasks are considered basic upkeep and form part of the reasonable responsibilities of any tenant living in a property.
When your tenancy comes to an end, you must leave the property clean, tidy, and in good overall condition, reflecting the state it was in at the start of your tenancy, allowing for normal and reasonable wear and tear. This includes cleaning all rooms thoroughly, removing all personal belongings, and ensuring no waste, dirt, or damage is left behind. The kitchen should be cleaned fully, including appliances, surfaces, cupboards, and floors. Bathrooms must be sanitised, with attention to tiles, toilets, sinks, and shower or bath areas to ensure they are hygienic and free from limescale or mould.
Provided you pay your rent promptly and look after the property, you are unlikely to hear from the DB Roberts property management team, except for occasional inspections. However, if you need to report a repair to us at any time, you can do so using our useful smartphone App.
We hope this is useful property rental advice. Renting a house through us is simple and safe; rent with confidence with DB Roberts.
*First month’s rent, minus holding deposit (one week’s rent)
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