Understanding Security Risks

Starting A Home Watch Business

19 December 2022

Javier Webb

Are you interested in starting a home watch business? People would hire you to watch their homes while they're away, whether at work, on vacation, etc. To work in this field, you need to be trustworthy and have the knowledge necessary to know what to look for when you inspect people's homes. 

Here are some steps you'll need to take if you decide to start a home watch business:

Get Educated about What You'll Do

The first and most important thing you must do is learn how to do the job. It's not as simple as showing up to a home and making sure no one broke in; you must look for signs of problems, like leaks, mold, pests, etc., so they can be addressed before worsening. You can sign up for classes to learn everything you need to know about home-watching. 

Get Certified

While being educated on home-watching is essential, it won't be enough for most people to hire you. They will want proof that you know what you're doing, typically in the form of licensing or certification. To get certified, you must pass an exam that will test your knowledge to prove you know how to inspect the homes you're watching and identify problems.  

Buy Necessary Equipment/Tools

When you eventually get hired to watch someone's home while they're away, you'll need to inspect it regularly while looking for signs of problems. Many home watchers use special tools and equipment to make their jobs easier. It's also wise to have hand tools, cleaning supplies, etc. to keep the place looking nice and fix minor issues. 

Have a Reliable Vehicle

Once your home-watching business is up and running, you'll hopefully have numerous clients spread around your region. You'll need to make regular trips to each home to inspect them, so you need a reliable vehicle. If you break down and can't make it to one of your client's residences, you won't be able to perform your duties. 

Get Clients

Before you can start earning money, you'll need to figure out a way to build your clientele. Many people out there can't be home for parts of the year and don't have anyone they trust to watch their home for them. They'd be more than happy to hire someone like you to watch their place and ensure everything is safe and the same as when they left—you just have to get the word out. 

Contact a company like Home Watch Academy to learn more. 

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