Snowy Owl Home Watch

And again... 3rd big storm in 3 days. Second one with high winds and power outages. Some homes had not even gotten their power back on from the first one and now we are back at it. Here is the latest.

It's another "morning after" the storm here in the Twin Cities metro area. LOTS of customers without power - that means it's not coming back on quickly. LOTS of additional trees and branches down. If you are a frequent spring/summer traveler or own an unoccupied home for any reason - you need someone who can check on this for you, report back and help with clean up if necessary. Snowy Owl Home Watch is your home's advocate while you are away.

Roasted corn at the state fair is a signal that the summer is coming to a close…. Do you have your home watch lined up for this fall? 🌽🎡🍁

Planning for a winter away from MN winters? Who will keep an eye on your home? Hire a professional. Snowy Owl Home Watch is insured, background checked and priorities respectfully and discreetly keeping an eye on your home. Regular, thorough visual checks of your home or condo - making sure everything is ok and fixing the things that need attention before they become a big deal. Call for your free consultation today.

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For clarification, my service area is wider than stated. It is actually Edina, St Louis Park, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Wayzata, parts of Minnetonka, parts of Plymouth, and surrounding areas.

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If your furnace goes out, your gas fireplace can be your back up - but only if it starts.
Experts recommend running your gas fireplace for several minutes monthly to make sure it starts.
Why?
* If a gas fireplace sits unattended for long periods of time it may not start for a variety of reasons. Insects (wasps in particular) like to build nests in the exterior vents tripping the sensors. Regular burning helps to prevent this.
* The natural gas can retreat from the line over time making it difficult to get the pilot light lit. Regular burning keeps the gas in the line.
* Batteries in remotes die. Regular running checks function.

Don't leave it to chance. Snowy Owl Home Watch has you covered.

Do you know anyone who needs home watch in Alexandria? Do you have a cabin that needs home watch in the area? Check out TLC Home Watch MN! Highly recommend!

Congratulations to Michelle Lenertz of TLC Homewatch for completing Home Watch Boot Camp and also for becoming a Certified Home Watch Professional (CHWP). It was such a pleasure spending the last two days with Michelle and the future TLC Homewatch clients in the Alexandria, MN market will be in very capable hands. Best wishes Michelle, you are going to be very successful!

Home watch is not seasonal. Summer storms are no joke. Snowy Owl offers intermittent key holder services for travelers. Providing peace of mind.

Summer storms are fast and strong. If you lose power what do you do? Did falling trees or large hail damage your property? How are the windows? Did water get in? What next while you are away? If you have a home watch service you’ll be informed and we’ll work too get you back on track. Peace of mind.

Power outage map across the west metro. I’ll be checking on my clients…. Is anyone checking on your home? owl home watch

Happy Independence Day!

So excited to be a part of this vibrant group of female owned Minnesota Home Watch companies. Star Tribune photo shoot in the books today…. More to come!

This little chippy was making a home in my attic and making a mess in the garage. He has been relocated to a nice wooded area and will hopefully have his family joining him one at a time in the next couple of days. There is no specific season for wildlife moving into the house, attic, basement or garage. You need to stay vigilant year round. Who is keeping tabs on your spaces while you are gone?

Snowy Owl Home Watch uses industry specific software to provide a detailed digital report to the homeowners after each visit. It is GPS and time stamped. If any issues are found, you will be notified immediately and can view photos in the report. Peace of mind that nothing is missed.

Minnesota summers are no joke. Saturated ground can topple big trees and leach water into basements. Winds that loosen shingles can cause leaks on ceilings and cause water to run down walls. You don't have to be a snowbird to need home watch. If your home is unoccupied it is unprotected. Home watch = peace of mind. Contact to schedule your free consultation today.

The Star Tribune shared this story back in February with some fascinating snow bird history. Why is everyone in Naples? Or Phoenix? Turns out there is a good reason! https://m.startribune.com/arizona-florida-naples-minnesota-snowbirds-retirees/600343995/?clmob=y&c=n&clmob=y&c=n #

What's the story behind Minnesota enclaves in Arizona, Florida? Even far away from their home state, Minnesotans often find each other.

Summer storms are part of the deal here in Minnesota. And they can be nasty. Heavy rains causing flooding, falling trees, power outages, wind and hail. This doesn't pause while you are taking a summer vacation. Make sure your home has an advocate while you are away. Thorough, regular checks of the interiors and exteriors of your home and property AND storm checks. Schedule your free consultation and summer service today.

Reaccredited.

Snowy Owl Home Watch of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, has earned accreditation from the NHWA for the third year.

Tamara Nugteren never anticipated the pivotal moment that would lead her to create Snowy Owl Home Watch. It all began with a surprising discovery in her long-absent neighbor's house: an owl, trapped and in distress. The struggle to free the bird sparked a realization for Tamara about the many unforeseen issues that can arise when a home is left unattended. Inspired by this experience, she launched Snowy Owl Home Watch in 2022, dedicated to preventing such problems for others.

Today, Tamara takes immense pride in caring for her clients' most significant investment—their homes. She firmly believes that everyone deserves the peace of mind that comes from having a trusted professional watch over their home while they are away. Whether it's for extended travel, homes in transition, or the entire snowbird season, clients rest easy knowing their property is being respectfully and discreetly cared for with the utmost professionalism.

In addition to running her business, Tamara sits on the NHWA’s Marketing/Public Relations Committee, where she contributes her expertise and passion for Home Watch services.

A long-time resident and homeowner in St. Louis Park, Tamara is deeply embedded in her community. She is an active volunteer, a dedicated Rotarian, and an enthusiastic pickleball player. She lives with her husband, Tony, their dog, Bandit, and sometimes their two college-aged kids. Tamara is committed to her community and clients, and she brings this dedication to every aspect of Snowy Owl Home Watch.

Snowy Owl Home Watch serves St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Golden Valley, Edina, Plymouth, Wayzata, and portions of eastern Eden Prairie and eastern Minnetonka, western Minneapolis, and surrounding areas. You can reach Tamara at (612) 388-7868 or [email protected]. Learn more from the website, at www.snowyowlhomewatch.com.

Congratulations, Tamara!

As always, I wish you
Much success,
Jack

Unless you see proof of insurance, you are gambling your homes safety and security.

Home watch is not just for winter! Summer storms can cause tremendous damage. Wind, hail and excessive rain are all arch enemies of our trees, landscaping, basements and roofs.

If you are planning summer travel, don't forget to schedule your home watch visits. Storm checks provide peace of mind while you are away! Not a regular customer? No worries - short term clients accepted. Contact us for your FREE consultation today!

Perks of early summer home watch clients. Peonies!

Have a safe Memorial Day weekend - and THANK YOU to all of our service members!

Summer can bring a lot of rain. That can mean wet basements. If you aren’t home - who checks on that for you? We.snowyowlhomewatch.com

Today I rescued a bunny from a deep window well. Florida home watch worries about finding alligators, Arizona has rattlesnakes. I’m happy to work in bunny land. 🥰

Planning a big summer trip? Home Watch is NOT just for snowbirds! It’s for travelers, homes that are unoccupied year round, estates, and more! We’ll keep a close eye on your home and send you digital reports with pictures. We’ll do storm checks for down trees and flooding as well. If we find any issues we will work with you to address them promptly. Peace of mind for you while you are away. Enjoy your trip.

Congratulations to TLC Home, Watch of Alexandria! If you know anyone with a home or cabin in the Alexandria area that sits unoccupied for any length of time, please contact TLC to keep your home going strong while you’re away. 

Greetings! I’m Michelle Lenertz, owner of TLC Home Watch. I am excited to be providing home watch services in the lakes area surrounding Alexandria. Serving property owners while they are absent from their homes, with boots on the ground helping to identify concerning issues before they turn into alarming situations. Curious to learn more? Visit the website: www.TLCHomeWatchMN.com and Like my page to stay tuned for more from TLC Home Watch!

Accredited by the National Home Watch Association

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Congratulations to our featured members! Leslie Young with Hill Way Home Watch and Property Management, Chris Long with Home Watcher Services LLC, and David Koster with Home and Boat Watchdog.

Home Watch is finally gaining national recognition! Click here to view the article written by The New York Times: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/04/realestate/hiring-home-watchers.html