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Travel With Peace of Mind:
​Your Home is in Safe Hands

​With our Home Checkin' service, enjoy worry-free travel
knowing your home is cared for and appears lived-in
​to deter burglars and ensure everything is just as you left it.
​Secure your home now!
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Call or Text:   (925) 232-1450
Worry-free travel knowing your home is being cared for

Worried About Home Security While You're Away?

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Worried about your home while traveling?
​You're not alone.  Many people feel anxious about their home maintenance and potential break-ins when they're gone.  Unchecked mail and dark homes can signal your absence, inviting risks.
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Our Home Checkin' service eases your worries.
​We keep your home looking lived-in, gather your mail, and care for your plants.  Enjoy peace of mind with your home secure and maintained, so you can truly relax while you're away.  Return to a safe, well-kept home, just like you left it.
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Return Home Just as You Left It:
Safe and Secure

Beautiful home being kept safe and secure with regular home checks
Leaving home shouldn't mean leaving behind your peace of mind.  We understand worries about security, plant care, and the appearance of an empty house.  That's where we come in.

Our service helps ensure your home stays safe and cared for, just like you're there.  We manage lights, curtains, and mail, creating the appearance of an occupied home to deter break-ins.

We keep your home looking lived-in and ensure
your alarm system is set, keeping it safe from unwanted attention.

Trust us for a worry-free getaway.  Return to your home exactly as you left it, safe, secure and maintained.

Benefits for You and Your Home

Travel worry-free knowing your home is in expert hands -- our service ensures your home remains secure, well-maintained, and welcoming upon your return.  ​Here's what you'll get:
Security and Privacy:  Enjoy peace of mind with our discreet service.  We adjust lights and curtains, set alarms, and lock doors to keep your home safe without signaling your absence.  No uniforms or marked cars; just peace of mind.

Peace of Mind:  With our team's guaranteed visits (we're being bonded, insured, and thoroughly background-checked), you can rest easy knowing your home is in safe hands.  Travel with ease, confident in the integrity of those who care for it.
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Woman watering indoor plant as part of house sitting tasks
Plants.  Mail.  Trash.  Return to welcoming, orderly home with our mail collection, plant watering, and trash bin services.  

Easy Scheduling:  User-friendly online scheduling makes it easy to book home visits.  No more emails and phone tag -- just a few clicks and you're set.  Now you can focus on your travels, assured your home is in good hands.
Stay Updated:  With updates on every visit, you're always in the loop, no matter where you are.  Plus, you can send messages to your home checker any time.

Simple and Secure Online Payments:  Our online payment system makes transactions easy while prioritizing your security.  Leave relaxed, knowing that finances are settled and your information is safeguarded.
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Our Home Checkin' service lets you focus on enjoying your travels, so you can return home with everything just as you left it.
Sign Up Today!
Call or Text:   (925) 232-1450

3 Steps to a Secure Home While You’re Away

Scheduling a meet and greet for home checks
​1.  Schedule a ​Meet & Greet
Choose your preferred contact method—phone, text, or online form—to book a meet & greet.  Start your journey to peace of mind.
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2.  Meet in Person
Meet your dedicated home checker for a personalized walkthrough. Build trust and learn how our services can be tailored to fit your needs.
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3.  Worry-Free Travel
Feel free to plan your trips anytime, knowing your home is in caring hands. Enjoy your travels and return to a perfectly-maintained home.

​What's Included:

TRUST AND PROFESSIONALISM
  • Guaranteed Visits:  Every scheduled check is a promise of security, offering you the freedom to travel with confidence. Enjoy your travels without worry, trusting in the safety and security of your home.

  • Bonded, Insured, and Background Checked:  Thorough vetting means you can trust in the professionalism and reliability of your home checkers.  Feel comfortable and secure leaving your home in our capable hands.
HOME SECURITY
  • Extra Attention on Security:  Diligent locking up and alarm activation enhances protection, minimizing risks of theft.  Your home stays protected.

  • Discreet Service:  We don’t use uniforms or car signs, keeping your absence discreet and preventing targeting.  Return to your home exactly as you left it, worry-free.
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  • Your Home Looks Lived-In:  Alternating lights and adjusting curtains makes it look like someone is home.  Enjoy your travels knowing your home appears secure and lived-in.
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HOME UPKEEP
  • Plant Watering:  Regular watering keeps your plants thriving, allowing you to come home to healthy greenery.

  • Mail Collection:  Regular collection avoids mail buildup, ensuring you don’t miss important mail.  You won’t need to notify the post office to hold your mail, either.

  • Trash Bin Service:  We ensure trash is taken out on collection days, preventing odors and pests.  Return to a clean, pest-free home.
KEEPING YOU INFORMED
  • Reliable Communication:  Direct communication across any time zone ensures no detail is overlooked. Stay informed and confident, no matter where you are.
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  • Regular Updates:  Consistent updates after each home check keep you informed about your home’s status, ensuring a worry-free trip.
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SCHEDULING MADE EASY
  • Easy Scheduling:  User-friendly online scheduling lets you plan your travels with certainty, knowing home care is arranged.

  • Easy Payment:  Transparent billing and convenient online payments make transactions effortless.  Depart with ease, knowing all payments are settled.
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Did You Know... ?

​A vacant home is a beacon for burglars.  
A 2022 DOJ report warned that vacant homes are 30% more likely to be targeted by burglars than those that appear occupied.  Burglars look for signs of unoccupied homes, like no lights, uncollected mail or trash, and empty driveways.​
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That's where we step in.  We make your home look lived-in by collecting mail and packages, adjusting lights and curtains, and taking out bins on trash day.  So you can enjoy peace of mind, even while you're away.

Summer has more burglaries.
According to a Bureau of Justice Statistics report, burglary rates drop by 11% in the winter. However, keep an eye out for an increase in package thefts on doorsteps during November and December.  Opting for more frequent home check-ins during the summer and holiday season can enhance your home's security, especially during high-risk periods.
Darkened home showing that a vacant home is a beacon for burglars
Brightly-lit home is a deterrent for burglars
Burglars often scout social media to find vacant houses - don't post your vacation online
House in the midday -- when most burglaries happen
Burglars often scout social media. 
About 60% of burglary victims were active online, often sharing travel plans or vacation photos.  That’s why it's best to avoid announcing your absence on the internet.  Our home check service gives the impression your home is occupied, deterring potential thieves.  So feel free to post your fun vacation snaps—just make sure to wait until you're back home.

​Most burglars know their victims.
In fact, 60-70% of home burglars know their targets!  This highlights the need for discretion regarding your travel plans. Our service provides a solution by ensuring your home looks occupied, making it hard to guess when it's vacant.  Plus, our team is bonded, insured, and background-checked, so you can rest assured that your home is in safe, reliable hands.

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Most burglaries happen in the daytime.
Most people think home burglaries happen at night, but most of them actually occur between 10 am and 3 pm when homes are more likely to be empty.  That's why regular check-ins during these peak hours can significantly reduce the likelihood of a break-in, giving you the freedom to enjoy your vacation without worry.
By choosing our Home Checkin' service, you're not just hiring someone to check on your house; you're investing in both protection and upkeep tasks that keep your home looking its best.  Enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing your home is secure and well-maintained by professionals who care about your property as much as you do.
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Premium cat care and home checking services in the Diablo Valley, ensuring peace of mind when you're out of town

1260 Craig Dr
Concord, CA 94518
(925) 232-1450
​[email protected]
Proudly Serving...
  • Concord, CA
  • Clayton, CA
  • Walnut Creek, CA
  • Pleasant Hill, CA
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