We understand that budget is an important consideration. Since every home is unique, we finalize the exact price after our initial, complimentary home inspection services. During this visit, we assess the details, and together, we will build a custom designed watch service plan—your home, your needs. We are happy to modify the scope of work (adding or removing services) to ensure the plan and property watch pricing are right for you.
We provide personalized, transparent pricing based on a thorough assessment of your specific property and requested services. This guarantees you only pay for the exact level of care and vigilance your home requires. Our home watch service is custom designed for each client, as having a one-size-fits-all price would not accurately reflect the specialized care we provide.
The cost of your plan is determined by several critical factors, including:
🔍 Complexity of the Home: While we never judge a home by square footage alone, the overall size and unique architectural features affect the time needed for a comprehensive inspection as part of our home inspection services.
💧 Water Source Monitoring: The number of independent water sources (e.g., indoor plumbing systems, irrigation, pools, separate guest houses) significantly impacts the time dedicated to checking for potential leaks or issues—a major focus of our property watch pricing.
✅ Homeowner's Specific "Asks": Any additional services, customized checks, or unique features of the home (like specialty systems, expensive art collections) that require specific attention, especially when considering a custom designed watch.
⏱ Inspection Frequency: Whether you require weekly, bi-weekly, or other specialized scheduling.
Manage your billing effortlessly with our modern, secure online system. You receive a clear, itemized invoice sent straight to your email, allowing you to pay instantly from any device. It’s simple, automated, and designed to save you time on all your home inspection services.
If you have a unique request or don't see your specific needs addressed, let's talk! Our philosophy is simple: It's your home, and these are your needs. We're here to create a custom service schedule or inspection that delivers exactly what you require, tailored to fit your property watch pricing.
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Please reach us at contact@smlpropertywatch.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
We are currently working hard to launch Smith Mountain Lake Property Watch LLC as soon as possible. Stay tuned for updates!
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For your security, we prefer the use of keyless entry codes or lockboxes. This allows us to access the home without the risk of lost physical keys. If you prefer a physical key, we utilize a secure, double-blind coding system where your name and address are never attached to the key itself.
If a "Red Flag" issue is identified (such as a leak, storm damage, or pest entry), we will contact you immediately via phone or text. You will receive a high-resolution photo of the issue along with a detailed report. While we do not perform repairs ourselves, we can remain on-site to provide access for your preferred licensed contractor or emergency services at an hourly concierge rate.
Transparency is a pillar of our service. We use professional reporting software that utilizes GPS-verification. Our report cannot be generated unless we are physically on your property. Every report includes a timestamp and live photos taken during that specific visit.
Cameras and smart sensors are great tools, but they have "blind spots." A camera won't smell a gas leak, hear a buzzing electrical panel, or see a slow drip inside a vanity cabinet. We provide a physical, human inspection of the things technology can't catch.
No. At Smith Mountain Lake, "Property Management" typically refers to firms that handle short-term rentals and tenants. We specialize exclusively in non-rental second homes. We don't manage guests or bookings; we focus entirely on the visual monitoring and wellness of your private estate.
Yes. We carry General Liability and Professional Liability insurance specifically tailored for the Home Watch industry. This provides a level of protection that a "neighborly favor" simply cannot offer.