I look after Your HOME while You are Away ! Serving Cobourg, Port Hope, Baltimore, Grafton & Surrounding Area Since 2013
Whether you are heading South for the Winter, going on Vacation, or travelling for Business; you want to be assured thatyour home is safe and secure. I will monitor your home on a regular basis, ensuring that you are fulfilling your home insurance policy requirements; and returning to a well maintained and professionally cared for home. I will give your home that "lived in" look, providing a proactive approach; being seen around the home and doing things a home owner would do. Northumberland HOME CHECK Services provides you with total PEACE OF MIND while you are away !
In addition, for those times when you just can't be there for the "Cable Guy"... or having repairs done or expecting deliveries; I offer a special services where I can be there for you. Let me customize a HOME CHECK schedule to meet your specific needs !
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Serving Cobourg, Port Hope, Baltimore, Grafton & Surrounding Area Since 2013
Along with vacations and holidays, sometimes unexpected things can come along...and you may need to be away from home. Northumberland HOME CHECK Services can be there for you !
Contact me for information on how I can take care of your home and property while you are away ! I offerreasonable rates and the initial in-home consultation, key pick up and key return are free of charge.
I will work with you to customize a list of services to meet your specific needs.
Periodic email updates can be sent as requested.
If you have an alarm system, I will collaborate with your alarm company at your request.
Choose only the services you require; rates vary by location
My LIST Of SERVICES includes: EXTERIOR of Home Checklist
Inspect home and property for signs of storm damage, vandalism or break and entry
Inspect doors and windows, entrances storm windows, basement access, etc.
Collect regular mail; along with flyers, newspapers and debris on property
Perform visual check of lawns, trees, fences, gardens and garage
Remove snow from main walkway, steps and entrances (Winter)
Water Plants and Flower Beds in Gardens (Spring/Summer/Autumn)
Check Hot Tub, Swimming Pool for proper balance of chemicals as required
Maintain a visual presence around the home and property to deter unwanted visitors
Start vehicle(s) left in driveway; and move to different location in driveway
Refill Empty Bird Feeders
Ensure all Exterior lighting is in working order
INTERIOR of Home Checklist
Check all windows and doors for secure locks
Run Water in Sinks and Tubs/Showers; flush toilets to avoid water stains and stale water
Check toilets, sinks, dishwasher, washing machine, hot water tank for leaks
Plant Care - watering as required
Empty Dehumidifiers
Check Electrical breakers for tripped circuits or blown fuses
Check Appliances - refrigerator(s), freezer(s) to ensure they are in working order
Open/close window coverings; and turn lights on/off; check; timer settings
Confirm all heating/cooling systems are functioning properly
Check Smoke Detectors and c02 monitors.
Check for unusual odours.
Cat Care – Feeding; with attention to any special requirements.
Change Drinking Water, Clean Litter Boxes, Spend Quality Time each visit. For more information on the CAT CHECK SERVICES I offer, here is the link: www.northumberlandcatcheckservices.com
No need to have your Cat(s) stressed out when you go away... I look after your cat(s) to make sure they are happy, healthy and comfortable in their own surroundings. Here's the link for more information: www.northumberlandcatcheckservices.com
With a 25+ year career as a Business Executive, and having owned homes in four provinces; I have worked closely with contractors as my homes were being constructed, renovated, and upgraded. I also have experience working with contractors on outdoor swimming pools and hot tub installations. I have designed, built and maintained rock gardens, flower beds, vegetable gardens and greenhouses.
I look forward to continuing to offer Northumberland HOME CHECK Servicesas your source for Professional, Courteous and Reliable home care. I will treat your home and personal property with respect; making certain that you are 100% satisfied upon your return !
Here are some comments from a few of my Satisfied Customers:
"So impressed with the services provided by Bob of Northumberland Home Check Services. We feel very comfortable leaving not only our home, but also our cats in Bob's capable hands. Bob is very thorough in maintaining the care of our home whenever we go away; whether it be for a short or longer period of time. We know that he is attending to all possible situations that could arise. Receiving a checklist of all actions taken on a daily basis is wonderful." Lisa & Tom - Cobourg
"We were very happy with the services provided by Northumberland Home Check. We know our house was well looked after, as the detailed checklist used during our holiday covered all of our concerns. We will make use of this service on future holidays. Thanks Bob." Cecil & Lorraine - Cobourg
"We were concerned about leaving our home for five weeks in the worst of Winter, but, having Northumberland Home Check Services visiting it regularly, watering our plants, shoveling our walk and driveway; and picking up our mail we had total peace of mind. We got regular email updates and our home was in perfect condition when we returned, and the price was right." Brian & Maureen - Port Hope
"We were very pleased with Bob looking after our home this Winter. His attention to detail and email updates made us confident our place was in good hands. We will definitely be using his service again whenever needed." Marg & Brian - Cobourg
"We were very pleased with the home care while we were in Florida. The services we required were done to our complete satisfaction. Thank you for same. Until next time, all the best." Irene & Ken - Cobourg
Northumberland HOME CHECK Services is located in Cobourg, Ontario, Canada. Owned and operated by Bob Perkins Email - bperk1218@cogeco.ca Phone - 289 252 0647 Cell - 289 691 4001 Mailing Address - 301 - 50 Munroe St., Cobourg, Ontario, Canada K9A1C1