What Does a Professional Home Watch Inspection Include?

The National Home Watch Association defines home watch as a visual inspection looking for obvious issues. Here is exactly what that looks like on the ground.

Interior Systems

HVAC operation and thermostat. Humidity. Plumbing fixtures and leaks. Water heater condition. Breaker panel. Smoke and CO detectors. Refrigerator and freezer function.

Interior Rooms and Storage

Every room walked. Every window checked. Cabinets sampled. Signs of pest activity. Signs of moisture or mold. Interior security.

Exterior Grounds

Landscape and yard condition. Roof from ground level. Pool and spa. Screens and enclosures. Driveway and patio. Mail and package retrieval.

Photo Documentation and Reporting

A detailed report emailed after every visit, GPS timestamped, with photos of any observation of note.

Optional Add-Ons

Generator test run, smart home verification, vendor oversight, pre-arrival preparation, concierge tasks.