We serve as your eyes and ears while you are out of town.
We have compiled a checklist of things to look for while we are watching your home so we can make sure that all is well while you are gone. We will email you a copy of the checklist, and even facetime you if you would like. This is what we check for:
Upon Arrival
Visually scan area around house before performing exterior checks.
Exterior
- Visual inspection of home exterior.
- Look for broken windows, theft, or vandalism.
- Check screens and porch enclosure for tear or damage.
- Remove newspapers, flyers, packages, and phone books from front door area.
- Visually inspect from ground level rain gutters, roof, siding, fences, gates & exterior doors including storm doors & garage doors.
- Check for overgrown yard & flower beds, lawn damage, weeds, lack of water issues, tree branches, and drainage problems.
- Check Pool/Spa for water level, discoloration, algae, trash, pool pump operation and filter screen.
- Check for pest, rodent and insect infestation.
- Check mailbox.
- Forward mail if requested (extra charge).
Interior Checks:
- Check for signs of forced entry, theft, or vandalism.
- Check for signs of pests or insects.
- Check to make sure all doors and windows are securely locked.
- Check for signs of water damage on floors, ceilings and walls.
- Check temperature and humidity readings.
- Check refrigerator, freezer and make sure ice maker is off.
- Check all faucets for operation and leaks in kitchens, bathrooms, utility and tub/showers.
- Flush toilets to prevent dried gaskets, traps and bowl leaks.
- Check circuit breaker box for signs of surge.
- Check air conditioner for water leaks.
- Check for unusual odors.
- Check hot water heater for drainage.
- Run dishwasher and garbage disposal for proper operation and to prevent gaskets from drying out.
- Check smoke detectors for proper operations.
- Check with property owner via e-mail with digital photo and report.
Departure
- Enable security system if applicable.
- Lock garage, out buildings, and doors.
- A final look at exterior.