Home Watch Florida Seasonal Residents Trust
Who wants to worry about upkeep as soon as you arrive at your Florida home?
Enjoy what truly matters: relaxing, making memories with friends and loved ones, golf, and pickleball.
With Neighborhood Home Watch, you're welcomed back to a home that’s perfectly maintained, allowing you to settle in comfortably and stress-free.
Home Watch Services
At Neighborhood Home Watch, we offer the premier Florida home watch services tailored to Ocala’s unique needs. Our inspections, available weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, come with detailed photo documentation and comprehensive electronic reports after each visit. We prioritize exceptional communication, ensuring you’re immediately informed about any issues or weather concerns affecting your property. Our house watching service and key holding services are designed to keep your investment safe and looking inhabited, maintaining both the interior and exterior to the highest standards.
Detailed Home Watch Services
Comprehensive Exterior Inspections
- Complete Property Walkthrough: Thorough inspection of your Florida property, including all exteriors and landscapes.
- Security and Access Control: Ensuring all doors, windows, and gates are secure; managing mail and package deliveries, removing unwanted flyers.
- Damage and Maintenance Checks: Surveying for any damages from storms, vandalism, or other impacts; confirming scheduled services like landscaping and pool maintenance are completed satisfactorily.
- Utility and Equipment Monitoring: Checking for leaks from pool equipment or water fixtures; inspecting lawn irrigation for leaks or damage.
- Pest and Wildlife Surveillance: Assessing for signs of pests or wildlife intrusion, including damage to screens and outdoor furniture.
- Visual Documentation and Reporting: Providing photo documentation of all findings and generating detailed electronic reports for homeowner review.
- Comprehensive Site Review: Including driveways, pathways, fences, pool areas, and roofs (from ground level) for any signs of wear or damage.
Comprehensive Interior Inspections
- Interior Security and Safety Inspections: Confirm the operational status of security systems, including alarm systems for burglary, smoke, and carbon monoxide; check all doors, windows, and attic accesses are securely locked.
- Water and Electrical System Checks: Run water, inspect for leaks around sinks, disposals, and bathrooms; verify electrical items are off, circuit breakers are on, and no unusual appliance activity.
- Damage and Intrusion Monitoring: Look for signs of water intrusion, mold, or pests; inspect ceilings, corners, and baseboards for moisture or damage.
- HVAC and Utilities Management: Check HVAC systems, adjust thermostats, replace filters as needed; ensure hot water heater settings are appropriate.
- Vehicle and Appliance Upkeep: Maintain stored vehicles with battery tenders, check for tire and surface conditions; inspect refrigerators, freezers, and other appliances for functionality and cleanliness.
Concierge Services
Neighborhood Home Watch is pleased to offer comprehensive concierge services tailored for our clients in Ocala, FL, and The Villages, FL.
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- Vehicle & Cart Maintenance: Regular vehicle start-ups; battery tender recommended.
- Home Preparation: Ready your home before and after guests.
- Emergency Support: 24-hour availability for urgent needs.
- Home Maintenance: Includes filter, photocell, and battery replacements.
- Professional Pressure Washing & Window Cleaning: Coordinate contractors to ensure pristine views in your Florida home.
Hurricane / Storm Preparedness Services
In Florida’s unpredictable weather, having a reliable partner to secure your home is essential. Neighborhood Home Watch offers dedicated storm preparedness services to protect your Central Florida property. As soon as a Storm Watch is announced, we’ll ensure all hurricane shutters are closed and outdoor furniture is safely stored.
- Pre/post storm property checks
- Provide before and after pictures
Keyholder Services
At Neighborhood Home Watch, we offer comprehensive keyholder services to ensure your property is accessible even when you’re away. If service personnel need to enter your home, we will facilitate their access, remaining onsite as needed and securing your property afterward. Our services also extend to overseeing licensed contractors for any scheduled construction, managing deliveries, and coordinating any additional access requirements. We securely store your keys and alarm codes, offering flexible, reliable access solutions at an hourly rate. Please call us for more details.
