Routine Oversight While You’re Away
When a second home sits unoccupied for days or weeks at a time, small problems can easily go unnoticed. A leaking fixture, failed appliance, HVAC issue, pest activity, irrigation problem, or other change in the property may develop long before your next visit.
Sonoma Second Home provides regularly scheduled property inspections to help identify these issues early and keep homeowners informed about the condition of their home while they’re away.
More Than a Walkthrough
Our inspections are designed around the individual property and its systems. We become familiar with each home over time, making it easier to recognize when something has changed or needs attention.
Depending on the property, inspections may include checking:
- Plumbing fixtures and visible signs of leaks
- HVAC and other mechanical systems
- Appliances and electrical components
- Doors, windows, and access points
- Pools, spas, and related equipment
- Landscaping and irrigation conditions
- Signs of pests or wildlife
- Interior and exterior property conditions
- Other systems or areas specific to the home
When something doesn’t look right, we document it and determine what follow-up may be needed.
Detailed Reports Keep You Informed
After an inspection, homeowners receive a report documenting the condition of the property, including photos and relevant notes.
If an issue requires attention, our involvement doesn’t have to stop with the report. We can coordinate the appropriate service provider, provide property access, oversee repairs or maintenance, and follow up until the issue is addressed.
This gives homeowners both visibility into what’s happening at the property and local support when something needs to be done.
Inspection Schedules Based on Your Home
Not every second home requires the same level of oversight. Sonoma Second Home offers regularly scheduled inspections based on the property and the homeowner’s needs, including weekly, biweekly, and monthly service.
The appropriate schedule can depend on how frequently the home is occupied, the property’s systems and features, seasonal conditions, and the level of oversight the homeowner prefers.
Second-Home Property Inspections in Sonoma County
Since 2012, Sonoma Second Home has provided local oversight for privately owned second homes throughout Sonoma County. Our inspections are part of a broader approach to property management that combines regular monitoring with maintenance, vendor coordination, repair oversight, and ongoing communication.
Contact Sonoma Second Home to learn more about property inspections and second-home management services.
