Imagine your home as a sanctuary, a haven of comfort and security. It's where cherished memories are created, and where your loved ones find peace. Ensuring its safety is paramount, and that's where property watch services step in. Different from conventional property management, these services offer a tailored approach to safeguarding your non-rental property. 

Ability to respond, regardless of where you are 
Life is unpredictable, and emergencies can occur at any moment. Property watch services allow you to respond with a local contact, no matter where you are. 

Peace of Mind, Unmatched
There's an immeasurable comfort that comes with receiving a full inspection report on a regular basis and that problems are discovered early instead of a report at a later stage when small problems become disasters. Property watch services offer a profound sense of peace, allowing you to go about your daily life without the constant worry of what might be transpiring at your property. 

Preservation of Property Value
A well-maintained property is an appreciating asset. Property watch services play a pivotal role in helping home owners to preserve the value of their investment. By ensuring timely checks, detecting potential issues before they escalate, and safeguarding against external threats, these services contribute to the long-term prosperity of your property.

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Imagine you return from a rejuvenating vacation, eager to step into the comfort of your home. But what if, amidst the blissful reunion, you're met with an unexpected and unwelcome surprise? Pests, uninvited guests that have made themselves at home in your absence. This scenario is more common than you might think, underscoring the importance of a vigilant home watch services checklist. 

Regular Checks
Consistency is the key ingredient for an effective home watch service. Certified professionals adhere to a structured home watch services checklist, ensuring that your property undergoes regular inspections. By catching potential issues in their early nascent stages, the regular inspections attempt to prevent small problems from escalating into major infestations.

Reporting
Effective communication is at the heart of a successful home watch service. Certified professionals understand that prompt reporting is crucial in preventing pest infestations. When they identify any issues during their inspection, they provide detailed, timely reports to homeowners. These reports not only outline the observed issues but also offer recommendations for corrective action. This could range from sealing entry points to adding pest or bird deterrent. By promptly relaying this information, home watch professionals empower homeowners to take proactive measures against pests.

Garden and Yard Inspection
The outdoor surroundings of your home can be a haven for pests. A certified home watch professional recognizes this and incorporates garden and yard status into their checklist. 

Certified Home Watch Professional
A Certified Home Watch Professional is someone who has been trained in the industry “Best Practices” developed by the experienced professionals of the National Home Watch Association. This is a significant investment made by Home Watcher LV to make sure that we provide the best possible Home Watch Services in our Southern Nevada region.

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​As the leaves change into vibrant colors and a gentle chill fills the air, snowbirds embark on their seasonal migration, leaving behind the colder landscapes. If you're among the fortunate souls with a winter haven waiting for you in the Las Vegas Valley, hopefully, you have hired a professional Home Watch service to make timely visits to your unoccupied home and make sure that it is ready for your arrival.
With planning and a touch of practical know-how, vacant homes in Las Vegas can be prepared to become your welcoming retreat.
 
Homecoming Reunion
 
Your triumphant return to Las Vegas starts with the task of reawakening your home equipment. A professional Home Watch service would ensure that your home is set properly for the off-season but now it’s time to conduct a complete start-up of your water, gas, and electrical systems. This step guarantees a seamless transition as you settle back into your away home. It is recommended that you go for a professional HVAC inspection, ensuring your heating and cooling systems are prepared to take on the southern Nevada weather.
 
Extending a Warm Welcome
 
If you'd like to explore an exemplary service for managing your snowbird property, a professional home watch service stands ready to exceed your expectations. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the unique needs of seasonal homes, companies specialize in providing top-notch Home Watch services that encompass everything from routine maintenance to emergency response. The team of dedicated professionals ensures that your property remains in impeccable condition during your absence and is primed for your arrival.
 
Navigating Seasonal Shifts

Beyond the technicalities of home systems, their comprehensive approach includes meticulous inspection of your property's interior and exterior. These services assess and address any concerns that might arise during your time away, from ensuring the security of your property to up-keeping its aesthetic charm. Their services also encompass managing deliveries, mail forwarding, and more, all tailored to your specific requirements.
 
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Discover unparalleled peace of mind for your seasonal residence. At Home Watcher LV, we offer professional Home Watch services for your unoccupied home. Our expert team specializes in safeguarding your property, making sure that the house equipment is set correctly to survive a long-term absence without damage.  Ready to secure your sanctuary? Trust the experts. Contact us today!

Robert and Aaron who are entrepreneurs, want to expand their already well established business to Home Watch Services covering the area of Hilton Head Island of South Carolina.  The opportunity is certainly present for a Home Watch Company.  I am confident that with their business experience as well as their technical expertise, they will be on a path to success.
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Again, congratulations to Robert and Aaron for becoming Certified Home Watch Professionals.

 As you would expect, we set and test your irrigation system while you are away. As of May 1st, it is time to adjust the system following the summer schedule.  We apply the recommended schedule from the Southern Nevada Water Authority.

If you have no grass, then the irrigation schedule should be set to early cycle and soak waterings of a total of 60 minutes for no more than 3 days a week.  Of course this can vary based on the type irrigation emitters you have.

If you have grass, the schedule should go to 6 days a week, early morning watering using the cycle and soak method. 

Enjoy the summer season.

​JP

I had the privilege to conduct the NHWA Virtual Boot Camp training with Makayla Lowe, located in Opelika Alabama.
Makayla is currently involved with providing Health Services in a large region around Opelika, AL. She saw the opportunity to start a Home Watch company as she noticed a large number of properties used on a seasonal basis by the lakes in the area. 

Makayla is certainly excited about starting this new enterprise and with the knowledge acquired during the Boot Camp, I have the feeling that she will do well in growing a successful Home Watch company.

Makayla completed a full two-day virtual training going over “specific” business practices, viewing recorded detailed home watch inspections following the industry's BEST practices, and going through the NHWA’s Business Basics curriculum created by home watch business leaders throughout the United States and Canada.

She has reached the level of “Certified Home Watch Professional” and this NHWA certification lets the public know of a Home Watch professional’s commitment to excellence, by upholding the highest standards in the Home Watch industry.

I really enjoyed teaching this virtual class and I want to say CONGRATS to Makayla Lowe. You have officially raised the bar for your new Home Watch company.
 
JP Lalonde
 
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I had the privilege to conduct the new NHWA Virtual Boot Camp training with Robert Shook, owner of The Shook Company LLC, located in Mesquite Nevada.

Robert is a seasoned company owner and entrepreneur.  He saw the opportunity to include Home Watch Services to his enterprise since the demand in his area is certainly present.  His business experience, and possible untapped market will set him in an excellent position to grow a successful Home Watch company.

Robert completed a full two day virtual training going over “specific” business practices, viewing recorded detailed home watch inspections following the industry's BEST practices, and going through the NHWA’s Business Basics curriculum created by home watch business leaders throughout the United States and Canada.

He has reached the level of “Certified Home Watch Professional” and this NHWA certification lets the public know of a Home Watch professional’s commitment to excellence, by upholding the highest standards in the Home Watch industry.

I really enjoyed teaching this virtual class with someone from Nevada and I want to say CONGRATS to Robert Shook. You have officially raised the bar for your new company.
 
JP Lalonde
 
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A few weeks ago, I reached out to a journalist at the Las Vegas Review Journal since she was writing pertinent articles about home security.  She was preparing another article to be published prior to the Holidays.

I had an interesting interview highlighting what Home Watch is about and sharing a few tips and historical findings.

Here is the article.

JP

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Yes, it is this time of the year again when you need to be proactive and protect your irrigation system as well as any exterior faucets.  We do not get very cold winters but it only takes one very cold night to cause serious damage to any exposed piping.

We install insulated faucet cups or socks to all faucets and install insulating material to the vacuum breaker,  The following video from the Nevada Water Authority talks about the importance of protecting your vacuum breaker.  Have a  look and stay warm.

CLICK HERE FOR THE VIDEO

JP @ Home Watcher LV

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Many clients are somewhat surprised that I talk so much about closing the main water valve if possible.
I was at a client's home today and this is a house where the water supply could not be shut-off for multiple reasons.  Well, guess what? The ice machine is leaking, so it started to build ice in the freezer. There is no stopping to this.  Fortunately during my visit, I saw the issue and found a way to turn of the water to this freezer as an immediate corrective measure.

This is just to demonstrate how important it is to shut-down the main water valve if at all possible.  You never know what can happen. Fortunately, the ice machine leak was not major and water could actually freeze and stay in there but if it had been more significant, perhaps the freezer would have started to leak on the wooden floor.  Can you spell disaster??

JP
​Home Watcher LV, Las Vegas
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Yes, we are here again.  It's time to think about protecting your exterior faucets, vacuum breakers and any exposed water lines.  Many people say, ahh, don't worry about it, we never covered them.  What they do not realize is when a house is vacant and not heated at normal temperature of about 70 degrees, there is less heat available through the walls to keep exposed faucets above freezing.  In Las Vegas we may not have one night below freezing throughout the entire winter, but it only takes one cold snap to change everything.

If your faucet freezes, it will start spraying water and cause a significant water leak. The repair cost can be significant if the plumber has to cut through the wall to repair the water line too.  If the vacuum breaker freezes, it will no longer be able to seal the water line tight and prevent a leak.  Actually I see the plastic cover splitting or breaking at or near the top screws.  That is a sign of deformation and it will eventually fail and leak.

The solutions for all of this are quite simple. The faucets and vacuum breakers need to be insulated.  There are home made ways with an old towel and plastic wrap or you can use products that are designed for this and available at most hardware stores.

The faucets can be protected by using an insulated cup or an insulated sock.  The vacuum breaker can typically be protected using an insulated pouch which slides over the unit.  Sometimes there are water lines coming out of the wall preventing the insertion of a pouch.  In those cases, you have to be a bit creative and cover it with some thick fabric and cover everything with a plastic bag. (be aware, wet insulation is not working)

​Happy winter

Over the years, I heard many times, "Nothing ever happened in our condo while we were gone".  That may be the case but the reality is different. During this week's visit to our client's condo, we found a bathroom floor flooded by water dripping from the ceiling.  The problem is from the plumbing for the unit above and the repairs are underway. Walls, ceiling and cabinets are damaged.  Just imagine if the owner did not have anyone check the condo for months.

JP at Home Watcher LV
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