Services
Fully insured & bonded. Accredited by the National Home Watch Association. Background checked.
Serving St Louis Park, Hopkins, Golden Valley, Edina,
Minnetonka, Western Minneapolis and surrounding areas.
Snowy Owl Home Watch uses business management software provided by Home Watch IT. The reports we send you are all professionally produced by us, using software that captures the GPS coordinates as well as the time and date that corresponding to the report’s creation. You have infallible evidence that your home was visited should you ever have an insurance claim or other need.
Regular home-monitoring and risk mitigation visits
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Interior of home:
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Ensure security system is functioning (if needed)
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Change fire/smoke/CO2 alarm batteries, as needed (if reachable)
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Check temperature/humidity settings on thermostats
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Check temperature in refrigerators & freezers
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Check for vandalism of any kind
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Inspect for obvious pest presence or insect infestation
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Check for water leaks (floors, ceilings, all sinks, toilets, appliances)
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Turn on water, run water in sinks and baths – check under sinks and flush stagnant water in toilets
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Run garbage disposal, if applicable
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Check windows and doors
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Check for window condensation (winter)
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Check lights and fans, change bulbs as needed.
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Check breaker box
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Check water heater/water system
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Inspect air filter(s), change as needed
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Change timers on lights as needed
Exterior of home:
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Remove junk mail/flyers from mailbox and front door
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Inspect yard and planting beds for trash and branches
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Monitor landscaping, including verification of contracted lawn care & snow removal.
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Perform visual inspection of siding, roof, and gutters for obvious issues including visible ice dams (from the ground)
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Check for drainage issues
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Check doors and windows for signs of break-in
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Inspect for vandalism
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Inspect for obvious insect infestation or pest presence
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Check exterior lighting, change bulbs, as needed.
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Check pool/spa for obvious issues, as needed.
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Check storage sheds, as needed.
Concierge services available. Don’t see what you are looking for? Ask!
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Plant watering
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Vendor/Contractor key-in service
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Grocery shopping and/or load in before homeowner return.
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Package pick up
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Homeowner requested visit, misc.
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Pool/spa care
Short term/ vacation services available.
Note: Snowy Owl Home Watch is NOT a house sitter. We do not stay in your home and do not care for pets. SOHW is a risk mitigation company, protecting your largest investment with a regular presence on site to check for small issues before they become big issues.
