Home Watch Services
A local resource to keep a close eye on your vacation home
Overview
Every absentee and second home owner has, at some point, faced the question: “Who will watch my home while I’m away?”
AOPW has you covered. Home Watch is our bread and butter, and we pride ourselves on treating our clients homes as our own.
Long distance home ownership can come with feelings of anxiety and apprehension to leave it vacant for too long, and with good reason. A vacant home can fall victim to catastrophe if left to sit without any eyes on it. We ensure your home is thoroughly walked through, inside and out, to catch and prevent issues that will inevitably arise.
At the end of every inspection, our clients receive a detailed inspection report right to their email containing all noted information with photos to help give a more comprehensive understanding of what’s happening in the home. Each inspection we conduct our inspection checklist, which you can read through below.
Checklist
- Inspect exterior for damage/peeling paint
- Inspect windows, door frames, and siding for wood rot and damage
- Confirm that all sections of fencing are secure
- Inspect for rodent and insect infestations
- Inspect roofing, checking for debris, pine straw and tree limbs
- Inspect gutters, checking for debris
- Inspect outdoor showers and hose bibs for leaks and functionality
- Confirm that windows are not damaged
- Inspect exterior screens for damage
- Run exterior fans to prevent rust
- Retrieve mail, forwarding to home address as needed
- Inspect lawn for dead spots and irrigation leaks
- Inspect quality of bush and tree maintenance
- Inspect flower beds and shrubbery
- Confirm that pool/spa areas are clean and free of debris
- Confirm that fountain and water features are functioning properly
- Test doorbells
- Confirm that alarm is operating properly
- Confirm that all exterior doors are secured
- Confirm that all windows are secured
- Inspect interior ceilings and walls for water intrusion
- Inspect windows, skylights and frames for water intrusion and wood rot
- Inspect floors at exterior door thresholds for water intrusion and wood rot
- Schedule AC Maintenance periodically
- Test ceiling fans
- Test elevators
- Inspect breaker boxes for tripped breakers
- Confirm water heater is off at breaker box as needed
- Confirm thermostats are operating correctly
- Run kitchen faucets and inspect P-traps for leaks
- Test kitchen garbage disposal and check for leaks
- Confirm the refrigerator and freezer are operating properly
- Confirm ice maker is off and empty as needed
- Test faucets and inspect P-traps in all bathrooms
- Flush toilets bi weekly and inspect supply lines for leaks
- Leave all toilet seats up to prevent microbial growth
- Inspect grout/caulk in shower and bath tubs
- Run water in all showers and tubs bi weekly
- Inspect air handler pan for leaks or condensation
- Inspect water heater pan for water
- Inspect water heater for rust
- Inspect for rodent and insect infestations in Attic
- Inspect insulation in Attic
- Confirm that all garage doors are operating properly
- Confirm and schedule arrival cleaning as needed
- Confirm water is on upon arrival
- Confirm water heater is on upon arrival
- Confirm icemaker is on upon arrival
- Put out/put away outdoor furniture for storm preparation
- Set thermostats to comfortable temperature upon arrival
What experience can you expect with AOPW?
A local resource that's a phone call away, ready to address concerns or dilemmas that may arise while you're out of town
A thorough inspection report detailing our findings regarding your second home
Dependable and punctual service
Immediate communication regarding any notable concern in your home
A consistent schedule of inspections
Quick response to emergencies
Peace of mind that your home is being cared for
