Professional
Home and Cabin Watch Services
Professional Home Watch Services in Duluth, the North Shore, and Surrounding Communities
Home Watch Visits
When you’re away from your home or cabin, small problems can quickly become expensive if they go unnoticed. Regular Home Watch visits help identify issues early, giving you confidence that your property is being cared for while you’re away.
During each scheduled visit, Boreal Property Services performs a comprehensive visual check of your property, checking for signs of damage, mechanical issues, security concerns, or anything that appears out of the ordinary.
After every visit, you’ll receive a detailed report with photographs, observations, and recommendations so you always know the condition of your property.
Whether you’re gone for a week, a season, or the entire winter, our goal is simple: provide peace of mind through consistent, professional oversight.
What We Check Each Visit
- Exterior of the home and surrounding property
- Including visual ground level check of the roof, dock, boat lift if applicable
- Doors and windows for security
- Signs of water intrusion or plumbing leaks
- Heating and cooling systems
- Electrical panel and visible electrical concerns
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Appliances and utility systems
- Storm or weather-related damage
- Signs of pest or wildlife activity
- Overall condition of the property
- Immediate notification of any urgent concerns
The Boreal Advantage
Every property owner has different needs. Boreal Property Services goes beyond traditional Home Watch by offering personalized services that make owning a seasonal home easier and more enjoyable.
Additional services may include:
- Arrival preparation
- Departure preparation
- Grocery stocking
- Package retrieval
- Contractor coordination
- Meeting service providers
- Light housekeeping (vacuuming, wiping surfaces, refreshing bathrooms)
- Trash and recycling service
- Seasonal property assistance
- Custom requests
Detailed Visit Reports
Every Home Watch visit concludes with a professional digital report delivered directly to you. Your report includes photographs, observations, and recommendations, giving you a clear understanding of your property’s condition while you’re away.
Each report includes:
- Date and time of the visit
- Photographs documenting the property’s condition
- Notes on observations made during the visit
- Any maintenance concerns or recommendations
- Immediate notification of urgent issues requiring attention
You’ll always know the condition of your property, even when you’re hundreds or thousands of miles away.
No surprises. No guesswork. Just peace of mind.
Property Care Services
In addition to Home Watch visits, and the Boreal Advantage Concierge Services, Boreal Property Services offers a variety of property care services to help keep your home or cabin in excellent condition throughout the year.
Services may include:
- Lawn mowing
- String trimming and edging
- Leaf removal
- Seasonal property cleanup
- Light maintenance and minor repairs
- Filter replacements
- Light bulb replacement
- Smoke and carbon monoxide detector battery replacement
- Contractor coordination and oversight
- Post-storm property checks
- Other customized property care services
Don’t see what you need? Contact us. If we can’t provide the service ourselves, we’re happy to help coordinate it through one of our trusted local partners.
Pricing
Every property is unique. Pricing is based on visit frequency, property location, travel distance, accessibility, and any additional services requested.
We provide a free consultation and a personalized quote before any work begins.
Typical factors that affect pricing include:
- Visit frequency
- Property location
- Travel distance
- Accessibility
- Additional requested services