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September 7, 2022
Living in a house and knowing how a house works are two different things. Knowing the details about how your systems work can help you maintain the home and thwart potential problems—or teach you how to react to a disastrous event. Here is what everyone should know about their home ahead of an emergency. Know […]
August 30, 2022
There is a classification designated as Home Watch professionals, and then there are people who say they can watch your home for a fee while you’re away. These are two entirely different things, and to protect your home and property, you must understand the difference. Knowing that your Home Watch company is licensed, bonded, insured […]
August 18, 2022
When you own a home, you must always be on the lookout for threats. Unseen threats can include termites, carpenter bees and other house-destroying insects. These pests may be undetectable until such time as their volume or damage becomes noticeable, which can happen at any time. Once detected, it is time to take action. Here’s […]
August 1, 2022
If you’re a car aficionado like I am, you probably spend a lot of time maintaining your cars. You know that with regular maintenance, your car will last longer, run smoother, look nicer, and get top dollar when you go to resell it. Plus, you’ll get more pleasure from driving it. You also know that […]
June 23, 2022
Summers in Northern Virginia are not only hot, they’re steamy. While the rumors that Washington DC was built on a swamp are false, it is true that the Capital city was built on a riverbank and is located in a marshy, coastal floodplain. This can make the ground soft and moist and add moisture to […]
June 22, 2022
If you are leaving your home for an extended period, or your home is sitting vacant, it may not be consider protected under your existing homeowners policy, therefore, it may require unoccupied or vacant home insurance during the period when nobody is living there. Scenarios where unoccupied or vacant home insurance might be required include: […]
June 15, 2022
We’re humble, and don’t like tooting our own horn, but when it comes to promoting our business at Golden Rule Home Watch & Concierge, there is nothing like a five star review from one of our happy clients to remind us—and others—that we’re doing our job right. Our goal is to do our best, and […]
May 23, 2022
Hooray! It’s summer. And that means more outdoor activities—and exterior home maintenance chores. You’ll want to enjoy your home and yard to relax and entertain. You’ll also want to ensure that it not only looks beautiful, but it remains in tip-top shape throughout the summer. Here are some summer home maintenance tips to tackle this […]
May 12, 2022
The 6 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Home Watch. Even though the Home Watch industry has been around for more than a decade, some people either haven’t heard of it or don’t understand what it does. Let’s look at six of the most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Home Watch. FAQ 1: What is Home […]
April 26, 2022
Home maintenance is something we all have to do on a regular basis to keep our houses clean and functioning properly. We may have habits we’ve been doing all our lives that may just be ruining your home! Here are some surprising ways you could be damaging your home without even knowing it. Sinks Pouring […]