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    Gas Leak caught just in time

    Michele was doing a recent home visit and when she entered the home she immediately smelled gas.  She entered the home and after going thru a few rooms realized this was a serious matter.  She notified the owner, gas company and fire department and the gas leak was quickly address.  The gas company said the level of risk of explosion was very high.

    ​Without a regular home visit this may have become a tragic event for the home owner and potentially their neighbors.
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    Meet the DownBEACH HOME WATCH TEAM

       

    Michele and Jeff McCrindle

    Michele and Jeff McCrindle started Downbeach Home Watch after 10 years of owning and managing Jersey Shore beach properties.  We have deep ties to the local community and remain active in many local charities.  We have lived through many of the experiences you may encounter as a absentee homeowner.   Hurrican Sandy, gas leaks needing immediate attention, burst pipes during the winter, AC/Heating units needing repair, landscaping services, lost shingles due to high winds and subsequent rain damage, vandalism not caught early that resulted in long term damage.  We love the Jersey Shore, but it requires consistent attention to ensure a property is safe, secure and properly maintained.  All of the events listed above are real situations we have dealt with.  Our value to you is based on our experience, honesty and integrity but also it is based on our connections.  We can recommend service providers if you have a need for a contractor.  It's Jersey - we gotta guy...

    Michele and Jeff are also active real estate agents.  We are The Downbeach Team at Coldwell Banker.  We frequently tour homes for sales purposes and have a trained eye for the condition of homes.
    ​Jeff has written articles on real estate analytics and would be happy to discuss what is happening in the market.

    To transition our experience into a formal home watch business, we have taken the step to join the National Home Watch Association (NHWA).  Being a member in NHWA is a significant investment by us.  We feel very strongly that you should want a Home Watch provider that follows industry best practices, a rigorous code of ethics, uses the best software applications to enable rapid reporting, offers easy to use payment methods and is properly insured and bonded.  You have other home watch service options.   Contact us - Get to know us - Talk with our references.  We are confident that you will find us to be your trusted ally looking out for you and your vacation home. 

    If you are interested in a service that you do not see in our service descriptions, ask us.  We will either offer it or recommend someone who can help you.

    Thank you for taking time to visit our website.  Hope to talk with you in the near future.

    ​Michele and Jeff McCrindle
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    We can see What You Can'T

    Downbeach Home Watch will conduct a complete visit of your home per the list of items in the checklist we have agreed upon in our service agreement.  Many of these items are typical things you would maintain awareness of if you were at your home.  We are your eyes and ears on-site while you are away.

    But our Downbeach Home Watch services are a cut above - literally.  We offer a FAA certified drone pilot to take aerial photos of your roof.  We can confirm the condition of your roof and give you peace of mind.

    High winds at the beach often take their toll on rooftop shingles.  Exposed roof areas are high risk when rainstorms follow.  If identified quickly, a little roof shingle repair can avoid a much larger water damage repair.

    This concierge service is one of the many optional services you can request from Downbeach Home Watch.  Contact us today for more information. 



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    Getting Started with Downbeach Home Watch

    Let's schedule a time to discuss how Downbeach Home Watch services can support you.  We can meet in person or online whichever is best for you.  It typically takes 30 to 60 minutes to cover our initial discussion.  We can walk through what the typical home visit checklist items include and we can tailor the checklist to suit your needs.

    If the meeting is in person at your beach home, we would like you to walk us through your home noting key items such as security systems, heating/cooling systems, major plumbing check points, and any key areas of concern for you.  If it is a virtual first meeting, then we would like to schedule a visit to walk thru your property to be sure our agreement covers all necessary items. 

    Within 3 days of the home tour we will deliver a custom proposal to deliver the home watch program services for you.  The proposal will clearly detail the tasks to be performed, the costs associated with these services, and they accepted methods of payment. 

    You will be able to review and sign our agreements online and we will set up you series of home watch services for you.  We strive for clear communication, full transparency and the beginning of a long term relationship.  Let us know if you have any questions.
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