We conduct a walk around the entire perimeter of the home, and any outbuildings looking for any issues that needs to be addressed, such as:

• Signs of forced entry, vandalism, theft or squatters.
• Broken windows
• Torn or damaged screens
• Damaged gutters or roof shingles
• Check property for erosion or drainage problems
• Check for damage caused by fallen trees or limbs
• Check if landscape maintenance has been performed
• Pest intrusions
• Check outdoor faucets for leakage or covered in cold weather
• Suspicious activity
• Check all doors/accessible windows to make sure they're locked and secured
• We will also collect any newspapers , flyers, mail, or junk mail from your mailbox, property or porch

This is a sample of what we check indoors on all floors of the home including the basement:

• Check thermostat for proper settings and operation
• Examine all doors, windows and sliders to ensure they are locked and secure and not leaking
• Security System
• Smoker Detectors
• Electrical circuit breakers are not tripped
• Operate all faucets and flush toilets to prevent the P-trap from losing it's seal by evaporation
• Garbage disposal functioning
• Visual supply lines for leaks or stains under sinks and around toilets
• Heat/AC is functioning at proper temperature
• Ensure all doors/windows are locked
• Check water softener/water filter for leaks and verify salt level
• Operate garage door opener to check drive chain mechanism
• Propane/Oil Levels are adequate
• Investigate any noises, alarms, beeps or odors
• Bulbs on timer lights are checked to insure they are not burned out
• Check for visual pest infestations
• Turn on lights and fans throughout house
• Refrigerators and freezers are functioning properly and food has not spoiled
• Operate a rinse cycle on the Dishwasher
• Place all mail & delivery items in a specific location

If a problem is detected and requires immediate attention, we'll contact you and work with you to ensure the matter is addressed.

If you're away, and an impending storm is approaching, we can contact you to alert you ahead of time.

• We can go to your property and secure items such as potted plants, gas grills, and lawn furniture and place them in a garage or shed.

Following the storm's passing, we can return to you home and check the following:

• Inspect exterior & interior for storm damage
• Make sure the utilities aren’t interrupted
• Check interior for any tripped circuit breakers
• Reset clocks on appliances after power failures
• Check fire/smoke/CO2 alarms
• Security System Operation
• Verify Shingle & Siding Condition where viewable
• Other Items Specific to Your Property

If property is damaged, we will triage it and advise you to prevent further damage. Additional repairs will be quoted by us at that time based on time/materials. Larger jobs will be subcontracted using our local referral partners and we will obtain a quick quote for you, so you don’t have to. We can also remain on site while contractors are present.

We offer a wide range of additional services if you need them, such as:

• Blowing debris off your driveway, walkways and decks
• Resetting clocks or timers after a power failure
• Watering plants indoors & outdoors
• Starting & idling vehicles
• Monitoring pool levels and adding chlorine to pool
• Replacing light bulbs or CO2 and smoke detector batteries as needed
• Accepting deliveries on your behalf
• Picking up dry cleaning
• Running errands before you arrive home
• Private transportation to the airport
• HVAC & water filters
• Purchases from big box stores
• Light grocery shopping before you arrive home
• Propane bottle refilling

Please let us know if there's any other requests. We try and make every effort to accommodate your requests. We have a pick up truck so we can pick up anything that you need.

Our main focus is home watch services, but we've recently added some additional contractor services for our clients while they are infrequently at their home:

Current Contractor Management   

Need help making sure work is getting done at your home but don't have the time? Then this service is for you!

• Managing contractors that you have already hired to do schedule routine maintenance (such as lawn care, irrigation, fertilization, snow plowing, etc.
• Paying them on your behalf
• Ensuring they are doing the best job possible for you

New Project Management

Have a new home project in mind but don't have the time to get things started? We've got you covered!

• Obtaining multiple project bids
• Assist if needed in negotiating the contract
• Weekly check-ins with each contractor to track progress 
• Ensuring timelines are being met
• Photographing progress of work completed and forwarding a weekly report to the homeowner

Handyman Repairs

We have several local, dependable handymen that are available to repair items on your list or construct something needed.

• We obtain a written estimate for repair from one of our referral partner
• Schedule the work to be completed in a timely fashion
• Send photos of completed work to the customer
• We invoice the customer from us directly

Contractor Referrals

We have over two dozen local referral partners that have been vetted to be trustworthy and professional:

• We obtain written quotes from these referral partners for the scope of work to be completed
• Forward all estimates to the customer for review
• Coordinate timelines and entry into the home so work can be completed in a timely fashion
• We invoice the customer directly to create less hassle