What to Expect...
Monthly Checks
$49/month (3 month minimum)
Bi-Weekly Checks
$89/month (3 month minimum)
Whether you are closing the cottage for the winter, in between weekends & holidays at the cottage or you are going on an extended time away from your home; or your insurance requires periodic reports on the status of your buildings, we provide options for bi-weekly or monthly comprehensive checks of your cottage or home.
Each and every visit, our team will conduct a thorough on-site check of your premises giving you a heads up as needed and peace of mind while you’re away.
OUR BASIC EXTERIOR CHECK INCLUDES:
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A complete walk around of your house/cottage and outbuildings to ensure all windows and doors are secure.
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A check of the general condition of the exterior and to check for possible pest intrusions, or any noticeable areas of concern.
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Visual check of roof snow depth.
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A check for fallen limbs and branches from weather, ice or snow load.
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Security check of any unwanted visitors, prints or suspicious tracks to and from the property. Break-ins, vandalism.
OUR BASIC INTERIOR CHECK INCLUDES:
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A check of the general condition of the interior for any water leaks or pest intrusion problems or damage
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Appliance checks
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Water damage, weather damage
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Heating check (if applicable)
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Visual Plumbing check for any issues
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Power outage checks – reset any devices as needed
Pictures of the building interior and exterior are provided and any areas of concern or items needing attention will be provided in a report.
IF WE ENCOUNTER ANY PROBLEMS, WE WILL:
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Contact you immediately and provide you with full details.
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Photograph and document the issue for you and attach them to your report.
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Notify the proper authorities and/or the O.P.P. if required - We will remain on site to act as your liaison with O.P.P., your insurance company or any other required services.
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If you are not available we will take immediate action on your behalf to minimize any further damage.
NOTE: Hazardous Conditions
HPM reserves the right to modify its checks of cottages in hazardous conditions that result in but not limited to road closures, heavy snow drifting or above average snowfalls. In this situation, Property Checks will do a visual inspection at the closest point possible and will take a date stamped verification photo or will complete the check at a later date.