What does a house-sitter do?
The purpose of customized house care visits to your home can vary depending on your wants and needs to ensure your peace of mind while you are away. Having a safe home weights on emotions when planning a trip, and shouldn’t have to been a concern while you are on your adventure.
House-Sitting is one of our most versatile services we offer. We will meet with you at your home to complete a consultation. You will provide us with a list of interior and/or exterior items you would like for us to check and monitor at each visit. We will work with you to customize the frequency and specifics for your visits. We will check each item on your list and will update you at each visit.
Why hire a house-sitter?
First and foremost, to give you peace of mind! Your home is your castle, and you want it protected and maintained as if you were there. Your home and property are the single most investment you make in life and being safe and secure while you are away is important.
It would seem logical to just have a neighbor, friend or family member to stop by and make sure your house is cared for, but a professional knows what to look for. We were certified home inspectors for ten years, and know the fundamentals of a healthy and safe home. Truthfully, home health and safety is just as important as pet care while you are away, so you should have someone who has professional skills check on your home and your property to ensure a complete and thorough assessment.
A house-sitters check list:
When you start your house-sitters list consider the season you will be traveling in. Decide if you need interior and/or exterior home care and security. List the items that are top of your mind to go over with us at your consultation. We want to be aware of the things you are concerned about while you are away and also, explain other components that might need to be checked depending on your home and property.
Your house-sitter’s check list varies depending on YOU. We have a standard list of items we recommend along with basic items, such as, bring in mail and packages, switching out lights, opening and closing blinds/curtains and watering plants. As a retired home inspector we will be able to monitor HVAC systems, water heaters, thermostats, exterior systems and specialty systems in your home. We are also trained in safety and protocols involving handling such things as home invasions or damage to our property.
Keeping your home and property safe and monitored will free you from worry while you are away on your adventure…here is what one of our house-sitting clients had to say upon returning…
“We had the pleasure of having Peace Love Paws take care of our home, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the experience. Their professionalism and attention to detail are impeccable. Throughout the duration of our trip, our home was exceptionally taken care of, ensuring it was secure both inside and out, despite the challenging cold weather at the time.
Their thorough checks were meticulous, covering every part of the house—top to bottom—and even the exterior. We never once had to worry about anything while we were away, knowing that our home was in great hands. We received excellent communication about the house while we were gone, which gave us peace of mind and helped us feel connected even while out of town.
We highly recommend Peace Love Paws House Sitting services to anyone seeking responsible, reliable, and attentive house care while out of town. Their dedication and proactive approach made the entire experience stress-free, and we would gladly welcome them back in the future!”
– Cynthia & Joe Columbia MO
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