FAQ

Without a doubt!  Joe, the founder of Oregon Home Check, is a retired deputy sheriff with over 28 years of law enforcement experience.  During Joe's career, he worked closely with the community, whether responding to a burglary in progress, a shooting, a neighbor problem or even a lost wallet.  Joe worked hard to ensure that community members were treated with courtesy and respect.  

Joe's love for the community guided him in forming the Citizen Patrol volunteer program to act as extra "eyes and ears" for law enforcement.   The volunteers became a trusted part of the Corbett, Oregon community.  If you're considering our service, please know that honesty and integrity are paramount.   You'll receive a service, knowing that your home is being watched by a Professional that holds trust and integrity above all else.

Having a "home check" or caretaker service while you're away is a great way to ensure the care of your home and property.  We've all heard stories of burst pipes in the winter, failed heating and cooling systems during the extremes of summer and winter, or even the story of a critter that nested in someone's home.  Our regularly scheduled inspections can ensure that problems are recognized and corrected quickly or prevented altogether.  Our proactive approach can help save you money in the long run.

Clients are charged a flat rate for requested services.  Enhanced Services are also available.  These services include watering plants, starting vehicles, meeting with a contractor or vendor, retrieving an unexpected package or even feeding the cat and changing the kitty litter box! 

Flat rates generally apply to homes of 3000 square feet or less on about half an acre or less.  A homeowner with a larger home, lot or numerous outbuildings will likely cost more due to the time it takes to check the premises. Please contact Joe to discuss your service request and cost.

If you own a rental property, Oregon Home Check is unique from property management companies in that we don't take a percentage of your rental income.  All of our services are charged at a flat rate.

If a repair emergency is discovered at your home, repairs will only be made after your approval.  Oregon Home Check can work from a list of trusted vendors and arrange to meet with the vendor on-site.  

No problem. We're glad to assist your guests with anything they may need around the home.  We can also coordinate for a cleaning service when visitors depart.  However, Oregon Home Check is not a property management service for short term rentals or Airbnb's.