Choice Home Watch Observations

Choice Home Watch Observations

Home Watch Observations

Here’s What We See

*Not a complete list. Just a choice list of visits. As You can see, We do our best to observe and report any issues.

Here are some of the anomalies We have Seen:

August: Home- Noted Homless person staying at vacant home. Home was vacant as was up for sale. Repeted notices to homless person who was sleeping in shed and usinh homes electricity from outside outlet. Reached out to home owner and Homeowner hired eviction company. Avaoided escrow closing hold up.

August : Condo- Homeowner noticed leak coming in at windows on relatively new townhome with rooftop terrace. Owner met with plumber searching roof drains. No luck but Homeowner needed to return home. I set appointment with homeowner chosen contractor to meet ans research leak. Contractor located source of the leak and advised the home owner of next steps.

July: Home- Noted excessive corrosion on Natural Gas Meter. Recommend review by Gas provider and pluming contractor.

June : Condo – Ceiling stain in kitchen with ceiling popcorn flakes on counter. Placed towel over counter to help prevent damage. Recommend contact unit above to assist in locating cause.

May : Condo – Humidity level measures above 60%. Bed room A/C Unplugged. Corresponding breaker tripped. Dining room AC showing signs of coil deterioration. Plan for replacement. Recommend Recommend review by Service contractor.

April : Condo – Insurance/water damage repair in process. Owner states mold report is being addressed. Access to under sink and refrigerator blocked by stored goods
-Note, Dining room AC showing signs of coil deterioration (plan for replacement)

March : Home- Noted foundation and stucco cracks in sidewall at front & right. Possible erosion below footings. Do pool pipes run under that area ? Monitoring.

February : Home- A/C Not run due to low exterior temperature. Running A/C’s during low temperature days may cause damage to compressor.

January : Home- Roof appears to be turning blue following roof tile cleaning. Recommend review.

December : Home- Interior Plant near entry door looks yellow. Watering at Your prescribed level. Soil appears reasonably moist. Recommend review. November : Home- Landscape needs attention: Hedges appear tall at rear, Newly planted grass at right is still yellow.

October : Condo- Garbage disposal frozen. Unlocked for temporary fix. Monitor

September : Condo- Noted Pest wings at window sill in Primary bed room. Recommend contact property manager/ Association for further review by pest control company.

August : Condo- A/C Drain line clogged. Will attempt vinegar for quick fix. Recommend A/C Service call to avoid leak.

June : Home- Water stain in living room. Flashing may be cause. Recommend contact Roofer. Advise if You would like a REFERRAL.

May : Home- Met with Cable company. All 3 televisions appear to be operational as well as WIFI

March : Condo- Car failed to start. Seems like battery dead. Please advise if We should meet mechanic on site.

February : Condo- Shutter need to be tested and lubricated during off season for ease of operation when season comes

January : Home- Pool Green, Pool person should be called to shock.

November : Condo- Condominium Roof Leaking. Water stain, Contact Property Manager.

September : Condo- Refrigerator seal deteriorated. Warm temperature in Freezer. Caught in time, called Appliance service company before. No leak.

July : Condo- Water Heater Shut off corroded.

June : Home- Excess mail and news papers removed from driveway.

April : Home- Pool water level below skimmer. Replaced some water during visit. Owner called Pool company to locate leak and refill.

February : Condo- Dishwasher began leaking as soon as water was turned on for visit. Immediately shut off and called for repair

January : Home- City Sewer Backed up through toilet and bath tubs. Called You, No answer. Initiated emergency clean up.

December : Condo- Washing Machine unit above while owner above was away for just 15 minutes. Flooded 6 units in total. Will call You directly.

September : Condo- Refrigerator Failed, Defrosted causing water to leak on floor. Cleaned up before leaking on unit below. Recommend seal replacement

June : Home- Expired Critter causing smell in rear yard. Called Animal Control.

March : Condo- Responded to emergency call. Leak from Toilet in unit above. Floors & drywall wet

March :Condo- Chairs hanging off railing. Removed from porch and brought inside away from wind.

July : Home- Burn hole in patio canopy (See photo)., debris from firework debris in pool, floating debris on pool clogging skimmer and pump. Contact pool person.

April :Condo- Sliding Glass door unsecured. Home left open. Closed and secured. Added pole in track for additional security

March : Home- Roof Shingles Missing. Post storm

November : Home- Roof Tiles cracked/missing, Water stains, Roof leak.

August : Home- Foundation settling cracks. Monitor

May : Home- Electrical Panel with overheated main lugs. Contact Electrical Contractor.

March : Home- Roof Shingles Missing , Front & Right side(2 Homes)

January : Condo- A/C Off, Frozen coil

September 2017: Home- Fallen Trees, Electricity out, A/C’s off. (Several Properties, Post Erma Hurricane visits)

*Not a complete list. Names, Dates and Address are not intentionally incorrectly listed for security reasons and as courtesy to Home owners. Just a choice representation of Home Watch visits. As You can see, We do our best to observe and report any anomalies. Combination of our observations and fellow Home Watch companies.

What is Home Watch

Home Watch Services:

A weekly or every two week visit to homes for seasonal owners and residents while they are away for extended periods of time. “Observe and report on conditions readily visible at the time of visit.”

A Home Watch Specialist will typically observe and report on:

Exterior condition of structure, Roof covering, walls and that all windows and doors are locked and secure. They will check the pool for water level and clarity, lawn and vegetation for color. Bring in mail, news papers and packages to remove signs of vacancy.
As for interior, Turn on the main water feed upon arrival (turn water feed back off on exit). Flush all toilets and run sink and shower faucets to fill traps with water to avoid methane gas seepage from sewer system.
Check A/C for operation and leakage. Monitor thermostat and humidity.
Enter rooms and closets checking for water stains. Check windows and doors for security as well as pests on window and door sills.
Check garage, run garage door, check Water Heater and laundry for signs of leaks and electrical panels for tripped or heated breakers.

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