Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Prep
Thoughtful, Turn-Key Property Preparation Across East Tennessee
Hearth & Haul Co. provides Airbnb and short-term rental preparation services designed to help properties feel guest-ready, functional, and well cared for. We support hosts, investors, and property owners with hands-on services that reduce stress and simplify the process of launching or refreshing a rental.
Rather than coordinating multiple vendors, our clients rely on one dependable team to handle clean-outs, installs, organization, and prep — all executed with care, efficiency, and respect for the home.
Who This Service Is For
Our Airbnb and short-term rental prep services are ideal for:
New Airbnb or short-term rental launches
Under-performing rentals needing a refresh
Investor-owned properties
Rentals between guests or tenants
Hosts who want reliable, professional support
If your goal is to create a space that functions well, photographs beautifully, and feels ready for guests — this service is designed for you.
What’s Included
Each project is tailored to the property and goals, but services may include:
Clean-outs and haul-away
Light demolition or removal of outdated elements
Garage, closet, or storage installs
Organization and space optimization
Light staging & layout support to improve flow, esthetics and usability
Final readiness walk-through
Our focus is on preparation — helping properties feel intentional, uncluttered, and easy to maintain for ongoing hosting.
What’s Not Included
To ensure clarity and alignment, our services do not include:
Interior decorating or full staging services
Professional photography
Deep cleaning services
Ongoing guest turnover cleaning
We’re happy to coordinate with or recommend trusted partners if needed.
Our Rental Prep Process
Initial Consultation
We review the property, hosting goals, and timeline.Scope & Planning
Services are tailored to the needs of the space and intended guest experience.Execution & Prep
Clean-outs, installs, and organization are completed efficiently and thoughtfully.Final Walkthrough
We ensure the property feels functional, ready, and easy to manage moving forward.
Pricing Approach
Airbnb and short-term rental prep pricing is based on:
Size of the property
Scope of services required
Access and timeline
We provide clear pricing ranges after consultation so expectations are aligned before work begins.
Why Choose Hearth & Haul Co.
One coordinated team instead of multiple vendors
Calm, organized execution
Practical upgrades designed for durability
Clear communication throughout the process
Services designed specifically for hosting realities
We understand that successful short-term rentals depend on function, flow, and consistency — not just aesthetics.
Preparing a Rental or Launching a Listing?
If you’re planning to launch or refresh a short-term rental, we’d be happy to help.
Airbnb & Short-Term Rental Prep:
Your Questions, Answered
Designed for Hosts Who Want Fewer Issues and Better Performance
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Short-term rentals function differently than primary homes. They experience higher use, faster turnover, and less margin for error. Our services are designed specifically to improve durability, flow, and ease of maintenance — helping reduce guest issues, protect the property, and support better long-term performance.
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We focus on function first — clear layouts, organized storage, simplified spaces, and thoughtful prep. When a property feels intuitive and uncluttered, guests have fewer questions, fewer complaints, and a smoother stay overall. This often translates to stronger reviews and easier hosting.
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Yes. We frequently support hosts launching new short-term rentals. Our services help ensure the property is properly cleared, set up, organized, and guest-ready before the listing goes live — so you’re not scrambling after the first bookings come in.
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Absolutely. Many hosts reach out when a rental isn’t performing as expected. We help identify layout, storage, and functionality issues that may be affecting guest experience, then make practical adjustments that improve flow, usability, and presentation.
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Our staging is functional, not decorative. We work with existing furnishings to improve layout, remove unnecessary items, and create spaces that are easy for guests to use and easy for hosts to maintain. This avoids over-styling while still helping the property show well in photos and in person.
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Yes. Airbnb prep projects often include a combination of clean-outs, light demolition, installs, organization, and staging support. Coordinating everything through one team keeps timelines tight and execution consistent.
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Yes. Our Property Care Subscriptions are ideal for Airbnb hosts who want ongoing support, seasonal prep, and priority scheduling. This is especially valuable for out-of-town owners or properties with frequent bookings.
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Many hosts can do parts of this themselves — but doing it well, efficiently, and proactively is where issues arise. We bring an experienced, objective eye to the property and handle the physical execution, allowing hosts to focus on managing bookings instead of solving preventable problems.
Ideally before a listing goes live or when a rental needs a refresh. That said, we can step in at any stage — including between bookings or during seasonal slowdowns — to help reset and improve the space.
“Communication was top-notch and the final outcome was even better than we imagined. A great experience all around.”
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