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Maintenance requests

How to report a maintenance issue.

Submit through your AppFolio tenant portal. Emergency? Call us directly.

What counts as an emergency?

Emergencies justify a phone call — and an immediate response. Everything else goes through the portal so we can dispatch it efficiently.

Emergencies — call us

  • ·Active water leak or flooding
  • ·No heat in winter (below 50°F outside)
  • ·No AC in extreme heat (above 90°F outside)
  • ·Sewer backup
  • ·Electrical sparking or burning smell
  • ·Gas smell
  • ·Lockout (call during business hours)
  • ·Broken exterior door or window — security risk

Not emergencies — use the portal

  • ·Slow drain
  • ·Dishwasher / appliance malfunction
  • ·Light fixture not working
  • ·Garage door issue
  • ·Cosmetic issues (paint, caulking)
  • ·Pest control concerns
  • ·Lawn / landscaping issues
  • ·HVAC running but not optimal

Life-threatening emergencies: Always call 911 first, then call us.

Response times

What to expect.

Emergency (calls)
Active leaks, no heat/AC, security risks
Same day
Urgent (portal)
Major appliance failures, plumbing concerns
1–2 business days
Standard (portal)
Most maintenance requests
3–5 business days
Cosmetic / non-urgent
Things that aren't impacting habitability
As scheduled

Tips for a faster fix

  • ·Include photos. Pictures cut diagnosis time in half — and reduce return visits.
  • ·Be specific. "Kitchen sink slow drain" beats "plumbing issue."
  • ·Tell us your access preferences. "OK to enter without me present" speeds things up.
  • ·Mention pets. Vendors need to know if there's a dog in the yard or a cat that shouldn't get out.
  • ·Track your request in the portal. You'll see vendor scheduling, status updates, and completion confirmations.