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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Home Watch?
The National Home Watch Association defines Home Watch as “The visual inspection of a home or property looking for obvious issues.”
Will you take photos of my home during my inspection?
Yes, our team will take inspection photos during the routine visits.
Can I request the same Home Watch professional each visit?
Yes, you can request the same Home Watch Today professional each visit for an additional charge.
What is the advantage to hiring a professional Home Watch company versus having my neighbor check on my house?
Insured, Bonded and Accredited. Home Watch Today has a team of background checked professionals as well as insured and bonded. Not only that, but our team has experience in two industries and can mitigate one of the largest issues your home can present, air conditioner failure.
Are you a house sitter service?
We are not house sitters. Our core service includes periodic visits to your home where we follow a specific and mutually agreed upon checklist. We are in your home for less than an hour per visit and take great pride in making sure your home is as you left it for your return. House sitters are not looking to be caretakers. They are looking for a place to stay and get paid in a nice area with 24/7 access to everything in your home.
What type of reporting can I expect from you?
Home Watch Today will send you a detailed report by email with pictures of any problems identified upon completion of inspecting the interior and exterior of your home.
Will you check for water damage?
Yes, our team will check for any signs of visible water damage and leaks. Neglected water damage can be denied by your insurance carrier which is why it is crucial to act quickly. Water damage in the Florida climate can grow into mold spores and colonize in as little as 24 to 48 hours and spread throughout your home, causing serious health hazards.
We have a neighborhood watch program. Doesn’t that do the same thing?
Most neighborhood watch programs are passive by nature and do not provide the level of engagement with your property that Home Watch Today provides. We will check your property’s interior and exterior in far more detail than you can expect from a neighborhood watch program.
If I need coordination with contractors doing work on my home can you help?
Home Watch Today will provide access services and remain on-site for an hourly charge. We ask for at least a 48-hour notification to schedule our personnel.
If you find a problem, what type of notification will I receive?
Home Watch Today will send you a report upon completion of our visit to your home. Any problems identified will be accompanied by pictures and details of the problem. If we take any immediate action to prevent further damage, we will contact you immediately to discuss what occurred and consider what course of action is needed for the repair.
Can you help me with home maintenance services?
While we do not provide home maintenance services, we can refer you to quality contractors or vendors and coordinate access to your property.
What is Home Watch Today?
Home Watch Today is a professional insured, bonded, and accredited Home Watch Service serving Sarasota, FL and the surrounding area. We check your property and identify problems or potential problems that can occur while your property is unoccupied. We provide a physical presence that is unavailable through a remote alarm monitoring service. We can help with most requests you have by contacting us.
What are the benefits to having a trusted brand watch my home?
What about natural disasters and hurricanes?
Living in the hurricane capital of the U.S. you are more than likely going to experience a tropical storm or hurricane during your home ownership. Research suggests that the most damaging U.S. hurricanes are three times more frequent than 100 years ago. Our Home Watch Today team will ensure your outdoor patio furniture is brought in, loose items are stored away and hurricane shutters are in place. Our home watch services offer risk mitigation and peace of mind for when you are away.
Should I be concerned about squatters?
Squatting has increased throughout the nation where people claim ownership of a vacant property through “adverse possession.” According to the National Rental Home Council, many factors including rising prices and the wind-down of pandemic-era government programs have led to the rise of squatters. However, the state of Florida has abolished squatters rights beginning in March of 2024. Our team will guarantee that no unwanted visitors are occupying your home while you’re away.
My alarm company provides security for my home. What value do you add?
An alarm company monitors entry into your home or a fire alarm but does not monitor potential problems due to broken pipes, mold, pests, or vagrants. We identify those problems or the possibility of their occurrence and notify you for guidance.
What are your credentials?
Home Watch Today proudly displays the Accredited banner of the National Home Watch Association. We have been vetted and approved by this organization to ensure we are bonded and insured for your protection. We also subscribe to the NHWA’s Code of Ethics.
Do you provide keyholder services?
Absolutely! We can coordinate access to your property for any situation at an hourly rate. All we need is your notification of date and time and any instructions you have.
Are your services expensive?
We think our services are reasonably priced for the value we provide. When you compare the possible damage due to a leak or damage by pests or vagrants with the cost, our services are an excellent value. We will be happy to discuss our pricing for home watch services and any additional services you may require at a free consultation.
Are you a property inspector?
While we check your property, we are NOT a property inspector. Property inspectors are usually involved at the sale of a property to do a detailed inspection of the structure, plumbing, electrical and heating and air condition systems. Home Watch Today provides a visual inspection of your vacant home or property looking for obvious issues.