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March 9, 2022
By now, people have heard of home watch and all the benefits it offers to homeowners. That being said, we still get questions about whether we can do “this or that” to which we have to say “no.” So we thought we’d do a post on what Home Watch ISN’T or doesn’t do. Here are […]
February 22, 2022
When you trust your home with a Home Watch Professional, it gives you extra peace of mind to know that your representative has passed the Home Watch Certification test given by the National Home Watch Association (NHWA). Dan Lender, owner of Golden Rule Home Watch in Northern Virginia earned the right to become a Certified […]
January 11, 2022
When you leave home, whether for a short vacation or an extended time, who’s checking your home? Are you asking the neighbor or the neighbor’s kids to walk around the house once in a while?Do you rely on a family member who comes in to water the plants occasionally? Home Watch is a serious business […]
January 11, 2022
Home break-ins are something that nobody wants to think about. Yet, it is something that happens every day. Criminals may be watching your home at this very minute, planning their attack. The good news is that property crime has been diminishing slightly over the past several years, according to the FBI’s report. The bad news […]
November 20, 2021
Trust is an essential part of any human relationship, including friendship, marriage and business partnerships. If you don’t trust someone, it’s much more difficult to interact with them. One of the questions we’re sometimes asked is “Can I trust Home Watch in my home?” What is Trust? According to Paul Thagard, Ph.D. in Psychology Today, […]
November 3, 2021
Are you one of those people who can close up your home and eliminate worry when you’re away? It so, you’re likely in the minority. I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve worried whether I locked all the doors, left the oven on, or unplugged an appliance…and that’s just an ordinary day when […]
October 5, 2021
One of the services we at Golden Rule Home Watch offer includes checking the smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detectors, and replacing their batteries when necessary. These are essential equipment pieces for any home to protect the safety of its residents. There are different types of smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. We’ll look at those […]
September 29, 2021
The name of our business is Golden Rule Home Watch & Concierge. We’ve discussed what Home Watch is in previous posts, so let’s take a look at the concierge services side of our company. When you live in a house, there are constantly things you need to do to keep the home running effectively and […]
September 14, 2021
Is it my imagination, or are we seeing more and more violent storms throughout our Northern Virginia region? Thunderstorms, flooding, hurricanes, tornados…what’s next? Experts claim that global warming is to blame. No matter what the cause, storms and weather events can create problems for your home. Especially if you’re away. That’s why you need someone […]
July 10, 2021
When you live in a house, you know that the systems in it (HVAC, plumbing etc.) all have a limited life. The question is…will you be there when one quits? If not, you could be in for substantial damage and financial loss. Home systems can represent up to 20% of the home’s total cost! With […]