If you spend several months of the year away from your home; if you are concerned about leaving your property unattended for an extended period of time; or if you are finding it more difficult to maintain the routine upkeep of your home and property—you are not alone.

At Craftmaster Contractors, we have discovered that many of our friends and clients have exactly these same concerns about caring for their homes. To meet their needs—and perhaps yours—we have created a new subsidiary, Home Watch Services.

You may already be familiar with the maintenance and repair services provided by the trained professionals of Craftmaster Contractors. Home Watch Services offers an even greater range of services, designing customized programs to assure the safety and security of your home.

We invite you to consult the list of services below offered by Home Watch Services.

We feel that you deserve the peace of mind, whether you are home or away. Email or call us today to set up an appointment in your own home. We will provide a free estimate for whatever services you may require.

Contact us toll free at (800) 931-1239 or locally at (414) 931-8990 or by email for more information on our home watch services.

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Home Watch Basic Service

Interior

• Check security system and confirm all doors and windows are locked
• Check to confirm all lighting and blinds are as owner requests
• Flush all commodes and run water in sinks, tubs and showers to keep valves/seals lubricated
• Check faucets and commodes for any signs of water leaks
• Check refrigerator(s), wine cooler(s), and freezer(s) to confirm they are cooling properly
• Cycle dishwasher and run garbage disposal to help prevent seals from drying out
• Check to confirm washing machine valves are turned off and not leaking; cycle washing machine twice a month
• Check to confirm that air conditioning is cooling properly and thermostats are set per owner's instructions
• Check hot water heater and watcher softener (if applicable) for any signs of leaks; confirm water heater is set at temperature owner instructs; add salt to water softener if necessary
• Check for any signs of roof leaks, around doors, window frames and sills
• Check for any signs of insects or rodents
• At owner's request, confirm maid services are being performed in a satisfactory manner

Exterior

• Check garage for any signs of insects or rodents
• Check trash bin(s) to insure against attraction of insects
• Check exterior for any signs of insects, rodents or nesting
• Check exterior irrigation, sprinkler and drip systems for any signs of leaks; confirm sprinkler heads are not flooding against exterior walls
• Check exterior lighting to confirm it is set per owner's instructions
• Collect any newspaper or unsolicited advertisements that may suggest owner is not at home
• Observe the condition of pool, spa and landscaping and advise owner if they are not being maintained properly
• Check to confirm all doors and windows are secure

Home Watch Full Service

In addition to the basic service plan, the following services will be performed:

• Start or drive vehicles left in garage per owner's instructions
• Collect or forward mail, per owner's instructions
• Water house plants, per owner's specific instructions
• Respond to security system's alarms, per owner's specific instructions
• Meet service companies or delivery services to allow access to the home
• Arrival preparation&emdash;shop and stock food items, flowers, etc., per owner's specific instructions

Fees for additional services vary based on individual circumstances.