The last thing you want to do is worry about your house. That is why we have put together a quick checklist to help you minimize the chance of home maintenance problems. We also specialize in rental property maintenance and renter’s pre-check and post check service.
Here’s just a small portion of our checklist. Download a copy and keep it somewhere to use when leaving your home. Better yet, contact us for reliable, professional Home Watch Services!
Serving Southwest Florida
OUR CHECKLIST:
- Check all windows and exterior doors to make sure they are secure
- Check for water leaks
- Check smoke detectors
- Check for insects and rodents
- Check that A/C is functioning properly
- Run water in all sinks, bathtubs, and showers to keep water in the traps from evaporating
- Run the dishwasher on a short rinse cycle to keep seals from drying out
- Change A /C filter as necessary
- Fulfill any additional requested tasks or work orders
YOUR CHECKLIST:
- Set thermostat to 78 “auto” “cool”
- Turn water off
- Turn water heater off at electrical panel
- Turn off icemaker
- Move furniture in from lanai (during hurricane season) or cover
- Remove all open food containers from pantry
- Do not leave perishable items in refrigerator
- Replace batteries in smoke alarms (end of season)
- Unplug all appliances and TVS
- Turn off radon control (if applicable)
- Empty all garbage
- Lock garage
- Cover barbecue
- Close all blinds and hurricane shutters
Don’t forget to ask us about our new Homeowner’s Concierge Services, available only to our Home Watch customers.
Contact us at 239.772.8484 or via email info@sullivanhomeservices.com