Home Watch & Estate Care Services
Summit Solutions Home Watch & Estate Care provides dependable local oversight for your home while you are away. Our service visits help identify problems early, protect your property through changing seasons, and give you confidence that your home is being checked by a trusted local partner.
Routine Home Watch Inspections
Our inspections include a detailed exterior and interior walkthrough, visual checks for maintenance concerns, and clear communication when something needs attention.
Exterior Inspection
- Snow & Ice Accumulation: Check roof snow loads, look for dangerous ice dams, and ensure paths are clear enough for emergency access.
- Property Perimeter: Scan for signs of forced entry, broken windows, or vandalism.
- Wildlife & Pests: Check for signs of bear attempts on doors and windows, woodpecker damage to wood siding, and mice entry points.
- Utilities & Fuel: Read propane tank levels and visually check the electric meter and exterior HVAC or heat pump units.
- Debris & Mail: Remove flyers, packages, or fallen branches to maintain a lived-in look.
Interior Inspection
- The Sniff & Listen Test: Check for odors such as gas, mold, or dead pests, and sounds such as running water or hissing.
- Freeze Prevention: Verify the thermostat is set to a safe minimum, typically 55°F. During extreme cold spells, open sink vanity doors to help keep pipes warm.
- Plumbing Run: Flush every toilet. Run water in every sink, tub, and shower to keep P-traps full and check for active leaks.
- Appliances: Ensure the refrigerator and freezer are running properly, and check the water heater base for leaks.
- Windows & Skylights: Check for condensation, water stains that may indicate roof leaks or ice dam backups, and secured locks.
Seasonal Protection
We help prepare and monitor your property through winter weather and seasonal changes, including winterization, roof and snow checks, leak detection, storm readiness, and maintenance oversight.
Add-On / Concierge Services
Additional services are available when you need someone local to access the property, respond to an urgent issue, or prepare the home for your arrival.
- Keyholder / Contractor Escort: $ / hour, minimum 1 hour. We open the door and wait for internet installers, plumbers, delivery drivers, or other scheduled service providers.
- Emergency Call-Out: $ / hour, minimum 1.5 hours. Available for middle-of-the-night alarm triggers or immediate post-blizzard checks.
- Arrival / Departure Concierge: $ / hour plus cost of goods. Includes grocery shopping, turning up the heat from 55°F to 70°F, and setting out fresh deck furniture.
Peace of Mind While You Are Away
Whether you need scheduled home watch visits, seasonal protection, or help preparing for your arrival, Summit Solutions Home Watch & Estate Care is here to help protect your property and keep you informed.
Contact us to discuss the right service schedule for your home.