Proudly Serving the Vernon Area with Home Watch Services
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What is Home Watch?
Home watch can be summarized as a visual inspection of a home or property, looking for obvious issues. There are a number of issues that can arise when a home is left unoccupied, and when something does happen it is usually expensive. Home watch professionals are trusted, vetted and educated individuals who specialize in monitoring unoccupied homes.
Why do you need Home Watch service?
Aside from peace of mind, many insurance providers have clauses that void insurance claims if the home is unoccupied for more than 3-4 days, and require a competent individual to monitor the home at specific intervals to keep the insurance valid. Every provider is different, and many people don’t find out until its too late. An empty, unmonitored home is a blank canvas for issues including water damage, pest infestations, vandalism, ice damming, malfunctioning appliances and smoke detectors, theft and even negligence of hired service providers.
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Neighbourly Okanagan
We are your local advocate, loyal to you only and looking out for your best interests. When you’re away you have an uninterrupted line of communication regarding your property that will always tell you the truth. If there is an issue, we let you know. In the case of an issue with your insurance provider you have access to your inspection reports to prove a competent individual was monitoring the home according to the required intervals. We’re local, insured and we’ve been vetted by the National Home Watch Association with full police background checks as part of our accreditation.
Our Services
Areas we Serve
- Vernon
- Bella Vista
- Adventure Bay
- North BX / South BX / Foothills
- East Hill / Harwood
- Middleton Mountain
- Mission Hill
- Okanagan Landing
- Beverly Hills Estates
- Predator Ridge
- South Vernon
- Silver Star
- Swan Lake West
- Westmount
- Westside
- Coldstream
- Kalamalka Lake
- Middleton Mountain
- Lavington
- Lumby
- Cherryville
- Spallumcheen
- Armstrong
About Neighbourly
Your dependable neighbours.
Neighbourly Okanagan was founded in Vernon, BC by a group of industry real estate professionals. Our purpose is to provide home owners with an accountable and reliable partner while they’re away. Whether you’re an investor, part-time resident, or frequent traveler we have a solution.
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Love your neighbour as yourself – Matthew 22:37-39
Inspections or services can be cancelled at any time. Your card will only be charged for the services provided to date.
Costs vary depending an a number of factors including size of home and the suite of services. With a quick visit with you at your property we can provide you with no-obligation pricing.
Peace of mind: Knowing that your property is being regularly checked on while you are away can provide peace of mind, especially if you are away for an extended period of time.
Early detection of problems: A home watch service can detect problems such as leaks, pests, or security issues early on, before they become major issues.
Maintenance and upkeep: A home watch service can handle minor maintenance tasks, such as watering plants or adjusting the thermostat, to ensure that your property is well-maintained while you are away.
Energy savings: A home watch service can help you save money on energy bills by adjusting appliances and systems as needed to optimize energy efficiency.
Security: A home watch service can help to ensure the security of your property by checking for signs of intrusion and taking appropriate action if necessary.
Insurance: Some insurance companies may require a home watch service to be in place in order to validate certain types of coverage, such as damage caused by a broken pipe.
Time-saving: Using a home watch service can save you time and effort by handling the regular monitoring and upkeep of your property while you are away.
Security is about preparation. By engaging a home watch service you are reducing your risk of a security incident. As part of our onboarding process we inspect the home and follow up with a meeting to go over any security concerns and suggestions based on our experiences.
As part of our service to you we are available 24/7 for emergencies at your property. Things happen, and being able to address issues right away saves money and time.
Upon signing up with Neighbourly Okanagan you’ll be provided with a dedicated email account and phone number that can be reached for client’s questions and concerns.
Property inspections: Regular inspections of the property to check for signs of damage, intrusion, or other issues.
Security checks: Checking that doors, windows, and other entry points are secure, and taking appropriate action if necessary.
Maintenance and upkeep: Handling minor maintenance tasks, such as watering plants, adjusting the thermostat, changing air filters, and checking appliances and systems to ensure they are functioning properly.
Emergency response: Responding to emergencies, such as a broken pipe or power outage, and taking appropriate action to minimize damage.
Communication: Keeping the homeowner informed of any issues or problems found during inspections, and providing regular updates.
- Co-ordination with service providers: Coordinating with other service providers, such as landscapers, pool maintenance, or house cleaners, to ensure the property is well-maintained.
- Special Requests: Things come up and our home watch service is your trusted local partner.
Request a Quote or if you prefer call/email our office at xxx-xxx-xxxx/admin@neighbourlyokanagan.ca. We’ll be in touch shortly to provide a range figure based on your situation. If you’d like to proceed we will come for a visual inspection and provide a detailed quote. After the quote is accepted we sign a contract together containing the discussed details. The onboarding process can typically be completed within a few days.
Inspection intervals are pre-determined prior to entering into a contract and then carried out accordingly. The frequency varies based on your preferences and insurance requirements.
Yes, home owners are notified right away of any issues. In the event of an issue requiring immediate attention and we aren’t able to reach you we will defer to the terms of the contract which outlines our scope of authority to mitigate/repair the situation and incur expenses doing so.
Issues that require professional repair can be coordinated by us, and may be already included depending on our arrangement. We have a shortlist of preferred providers in the area that we trust to do the work. This can relieve a lot of stress that comes with coordinating repairs and maintenance from afar.
A home watch service is a service that regularly inspects a home while the owner is away, checks for damage, ensures appliances and systems are working, and handles minor maintenance. Its goal is to keep the property secure and well-maintained and alert the owner of any issues.
A property management service, on the other hand, manages tenants, collects rent, handles maintenance, and oversees landscaping for landlords or property owners with multiple properties or rental units. Home watch service focuses on monitoring and upkeep, while property management focuses on managing the property as a business.
Yes. Please note that extra fees may be charged for items outside the initial contract.
Contact Us
PHONE NUMBER
250-308-2066
LOCATION
Vernon, BC