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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at  info@highcountryHWS.com  if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Keeping your property safe, and protecting your investment are top priorities for any home watch company. To find the right company for you, look for a licensed/insured,/bonded professional organization, an experienced, and trustworthy company with a wide range of skills in order to get the most from your service. 


What sets us apart? Every member of our team is background checked and fingerprinted. We won't hire anybody without that important qualification. Our team of professionals here at High Country Home Watch Services brings decades of experience in property watch/management, real estate, and construction. We have specific training to quickly mitigate damage should an unfortunate incident occur at your home. Snow storms, strong winds, high summer temperatures, can put your home at risk of damage. 


One of our greatest strengths is having an experienced general contractor on the team with 25+ years in construction/remodeling, repair, maintenance, and management of luxury vacation properties. A trained eye during our inspection walk-throughs makes all the difference for your property. We are able to recognize any areas of concern early on, sometimes  avoiding a catastrophic incident at your home while you're away.


Our onboard graphic artist prepares detailed reports, with photo documentation, for any incident occurring at your property. These specialized reports are useful for insurance companies, law enforcement, and property owners in tracking the history of their home. 


High Country Home Watch Services provides: 

  • Home monitoring and home care for absentee property owners
  • Regular house and property inspection services
  • Maintenance, repair recommendations/facilitation
  • Problem identification (leaks, dangerous trees, impending structural damage, etc.)
  • Problem resolution management (mitigate damage, cleanup and repairs, etc.)
  • Peace of mind, knowing we are local and available to assist any time you’re away


We help you protect your property, and your peace of mind. High Country Home Watch Services understands the needs and challenges of absentee/vacation property owners. We are based in the High Country, in the Pinetop - Lakeside - Show Low area of Arizona's White Mountains. That means we're here on the mountain 24/7, available to offer a  quick response to your needs and the needs of your home. Our weekly or bimonthly site inspections watch for signs of any damage or failing systems due to harsh weather conditions, break-ins, vandalism, pests, etc., while you're away. We inspect all interior and exterior areas of your property, and prepare a status report on our findings after each inspection. In the event of an incident at the home, we prepare a report with photo documentation for your records.


 Our Basic Service Plan site inspections include:

  • Check mailbox and bring in mail
  • Check front of property for papers and items left at front door
  • Water pots on front and back patios (if applicable)
  • Inspection of landscaping to see that plants are healthy and are being maintained
  • Visual inspection of exterior of building; walking entire perimeter checking windows, doors, and sides of building for any potential problems
  • Check for signs of pest and insect infestation around the exterior of home
  • Visual inspection of pool/spa (if applicable)
  • Walk interior and check for problems
  • Check for signs of pest and insect infestation on the interior of home
  • Check for signs of electrical issues
  • Run water in all sinks, bathtubs, and showers to keep traps from drying out and prevent sewer gasses from entering your home. 
  • Check under all sinks for leaks, frozen pipes, etc.
  • Flush all toilets to ensure they are in proper working order
  • Check air conditioning/heating for proper operation
  • Run water through refrigerator drinking water line (if applicable)
  • Run garbage disposal to lubricate and maintain appliance
  • Water interior plants (if applicable)
  • Check ceilings and skylights for any signs of roof leaks
  • Check laundry room for leaks
  • Pour water into washing machine drain once a month to prevent sewer gasses from entering home
  • Check hot water heater for any signs of leaks
  • Check soft water tank for salt (if applicable)
  • Start and run car(s) during inspection (if applicable)

Of course, we  customize the list according to your specific property, as well as offer additional services.


Although our Basic Service Package will serve most homeowners, we can offer additional services, customized to the needs of the homeowner during their period of absence. If it's outside our typical scope of work, we can coordinate with local outside vendors on your behalf. For example:

Maintenance Services:

  • Change air filters
  • Check light bulbs
  • Replace batteries in smoke detectors and thermostats

Home Entry Services:

  • Meeting vendors/guests at home
  • Lockout services
  • Receiving deliveries at the home

Outside Vendor Services: 

  • House cleaning/window washing
  • Gardening/Landscaping
  • Carpet cleaning
  • Weatherizing 


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