The National Home Watch Association defines a home watch as " a visual inspection of a home or property looking for obvious issues."
Home watch typically refers to a service provided to homeowners, especially when they are away from their property for an extended period. Some clients are snowbirds, vacationers, cottage owners, and owners of unoccupied or vacant homes like real estate listings. Home watch services are often contracted to professionals or companies who visit the property regularly to inspect for noticeable signs of damage, maintenance issues, or security concerns. They may perform tasks like checking for leaks, monitoring for signs of pests, testing that doors and windows are secure, collecting mail, and performing basic maintenance tasks like changing a furnace's air filter through their optional concierge services. The goal is to provide peace of mind to homeowners by checking the property in their absence.
According to the National Home Watch Association, "Some Canadian homeowners insurance requires Home Watch Visits as often as every forty-eight hours when the home is unoccupied."
Unoccupied homes are vulnerable and at higher risk of break-ins, vandalism, water damage, mold, rodents, and more.
If you have to file a claim, your insurance company may require proof that the home was checked. At Home Watch Professional House Checks, we provide state-of-the-art reports with GPS Tracking each time we perform a home watch. This could be the difference between a claim being denied or accepted.
Have you ever had to deal with leaks or water damage at home? It's a common issue for many of us. Now, imagine being away from home for a while. How certain are you that your home is protected from potential dangers like a sump pump failure, leaks from ice dams, power outages, furnace malfunctions, or frozen pipes? Take a look at our photo gallery of home watch visits. These disasters are more common than you would think.
Have you ever noticed that your neighbor's driveway is free of tire tracks on snowy days or that there are piled-up newspapers and mail in their mailbox? It clearly indicates that they're away from home or on vacation. But have you ever considered that criminals or squatters might notice the same thing about your house when you are away? Give us a call. We remove the signs of an unoccupied home during each home watch visit.
During winter, Rochester and Western New York can experience heavy snowfall that can harm a house's structure. Ice damming, in particular, can cause water damage, rot, and mold to the interior of your home in a short period. We check the roof, exterior, and interior during our home watch visits. We will even come out after a storm and advise you immediately if we observe any damage.
Living in New York means dealing with extreme weather, including snow, wind, rain, and ice. These storms can lead to various issues like fallen trees, flooded basements, sump pump failure, and downed power lines, causing substantial damage to our homes. Our emergency home watch visits involve carefully checking for damage and promptly informing you.
Are you confident in your home surveillance system's ability to detect every possible issue? While cameras can capture motion, they might miss a water leak or malfunctioning furnace. Additionally, what happens if there's a power outage or Wi-Fi failure? Don't take any chances with your home security. We offer home watch visits at your preferred frequency to give you the peace of mind you deserve!
Feeling concerned about leaving your home unattended for extended periods is natural. Various risks include weather damage, water leaks, mold, vandalism, break-ins or squatters, equipment failures, and pest infestations. While some solutions, like asking friends and relatives or using technology, may seem helpful, it's essential to consider if they can detect potential problems and prioritize the safety of your home. Also, it's crucial to determine if they can be held accountable if something goes wrong and if they have insurance to cover any damages. Furthermore, it's essential to ensure that the technology devices installed can identify issues like mold, pest infestation, or water leaks and if they can function without power or WiFi. Home Watch Services are Risk Mitigation. Call or Text today to learn more. 585-704-8324
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Home Watch Professional House Checks.
Our company utilizes cutting-edge Home Watch Software to generate detailed and user-friendly reports, complete with photos. These reports are conveniently sent to your email, allowing you to access them remotely from anywhere. For accuracy, each report is GPS time-stamped with the date and time of our home watch services visit.
Our high commitment to maintaining the best services in the industry is evident through our National Home Watch Association (NHWA) member accreditation. As an accredited member, we have undergone thorough vetting, including a background check, proper insurance, fair website content, and passing consumer complaints issues. Moreover, we have agreed to adhere to the NHWA's Mission Statement and Code of Ethics, which sets a high standard for our services. By committing to these standards, we aim to assure our clients that we always have their best interests in mind.
National Home Watch Association's definition of home watch is "A visual inspection of a home or property looking for obvious issues."
At our company, we keep things simple. You can reach out to us by phone, text, email, or use the "Contact Us" button to schedule a meeting. We're always happy to chat with you, discuss any concerns you may have, give you pricing details, and answer any questions about our home watch services. If you decide to move forward, we'll set up a home visit walk through and provide you with an estimate. It's as simple as that!
We serve Western New York, Greater Rochester, Monroe County, Orleans County, Genesee County, Livingston County, Ontario County, and Wayne County. Please see our Service Area Page for a more specific list.
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