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Property Monitoring

Scheduled property visits to ensure your home or investment property remains safe, secure, and well maintained. Every visit ends with a detailed report in your inbox, so you never have to wonder.

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What Property Monitoring Means for Your Property

Property monitoring is the core of home watch: a scheduled visual check while you are away. Proctor's HomeWatch looks for the things owners usually find too late, including a gate left open, storm debris by the driveway, mail piling up, water where it should not be, or a fence line starting to fail.

The value is consistency. Every visit follows the same checklist and ends with photos and notes you can actually use. That gives second-home owners, seasonal residents, rental owners, and families managing property from another city a steady paper trail instead of scattered texts.

Best Fit

  • Second homes that sit empty between weekends or seasons
  • Lake homes and coastal homes exposed to storms and humidity
  • Rental properties between guest stays or tenant turns
  • Owners who want a real report instead of informal neighbor updates

Every Visit Includes

  • Exterior walk-through
  • Doors, windows, and visible access points checked
  • Fence and gate inspection
  • Landscape observations
  • Mail, flyers, and package checks (if requested)
  • Photo documentation
  • Detailed inspection report

Included in Membership

Property Monitoringis part of the Proctor’s HomeWatch membership. Depending on your plan, it’s included in your visit schedule or available with member pricing.

Essential Care$39/mo · quarterly inspections
Priority Care$79/mo · bi-monthly inspections
Guardian Care$149/mo · monthly inspections
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Visit Focus

  • Exterior access points, visible windows, doors, gates, and fencing
  • Obvious storm, limb, water, or drainage concerns
  • Mail, flyers, package buildup, and signs the property looks unattended
  • Photos that show the condition of key areas at the time of the visit

Report Includes

  • Visit date and property condition summary
  • Photos of checked areas and any visible concerns
  • Recommended next steps when something calls for owner approval
  • A clear yes-or-no answer on whether owner action is needed

Questions About Property Monitoring

What Owners Usually Ask Before They Start

Is Property Monitoring the Same as Property Management?+

No. Property monitoring is focused on the condition and security of the home itself. We do not collect rent or manage tenants; we check the property, take photos, and alert the owner when something needs attention.

How Often Should an Empty Home Be Checked?+

The right cadence depends on the property, distance from neighbors, storm exposure, and how often you visit. Membership plans cover quarterly, bi-monthly, and monthly schedules.

Can You Check Specific Concerns Each Visit?+

Yes. If a gate, drainage area, dock approach, fence line, or package location matters to you, that can be added to the visit notes so it is checked consistently.

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