Mitigating the risks of an unoccupied home
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Storm Damage
Imagine…You are out of the country on your summer vacation and this happens. With our storm assessment checks, we will check on your property, report any damage and act quickly. From coordinating tree service cleanup and dealing with power outages, we will be your advocate for your home. Read more about summer storm protection here.
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HVAC Problems
At every visit, we record the temperature of all thermostats in your house. This was an example of a furnace that went out. Luckily, with our twice weekly visits to this property, we caught it early before serious damage. When something like this happens, we notify you immediately and put in the call to your preferred HVAC company and are there to coordinate and oversee all service calls. Read more
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Ice Dams
During our exterior house check, we will take pictures and inform you of any potential ice dam situation. We also carefully monitor the walls and ceilings inside the htuse o catch any water damage caused by ice dams.
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Undetected Water Damage
Imagine you didn’t have anyone checking on your home regularly? Water damage can happen fast and be very costly. With a regular visit, we hope to catch small problems before they become a big problem like this. Read more tips to prevent water damage here.
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Pests!
Pest can wreack havoc on a home quickly. From a mess like this, to the smell that no smart home could ever catch, we will quickly inform you of the problem and take the steps to handle it.
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"Checks" from neighbors or family
Many people use neighbors or family to "check" on their house. While well-intentioned, are they thoroughly checking all areas of your house? One example is how we look under and around each water source at every visit. Our goal is to catch problems in the early stages before it becomes a big and costly problem.
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Severe winter weather
During major storms, we often get asked to go check on your home. We have a storm assessment program so we will go to visit your house after a major storm and will update you on any damage.
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Mail Services
You would be surprised how often we find mail even when the mail has been forwarded or stopped. At each visit, we check the mail box and remove anything signaling a vacant home. Read more how our services can help prevent your house looking empty and prevent squatters.
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Burglary and Squatters
Home watch services mitigate the risk of burglary and squatters by ensuring regular checks and a visible presence, deterring unauthorized access and maintaining the security of unoccupied properties.