Home Watch Chicago is a professional residential and estate asset oversight firm serving absentee and second-home property owners throughout Chicagoland.
We conduct scheduled, checklist-based visits designed to monitor the general condition of unoccupied properties and identify visible irregularities before they escalate into costly issues.
Our approach is structured, methodical, and consistent. Each property is treated as a managed asset requiring attention, documentation, and professional oversight.
We are not a concierge service.
We are not a property management company.
We provide disciplined oversight focused on risk awareness, accountability, and clear communication.
• Scheduled, checklist-driven oversight visits
• Systematic interior and exterior visual observation
• Early identification of visible concerns
• Thorough visit documentation
• Prompt client notification when irregularities are observed
Every visit follows a defined protocol.
Every observation is documented.
Every property is monitored with professional diligence.
Our objective is to reduce risk exposure through consistent, structured oversight while your property remains unoccupied.
We serve:
• Absentee homeowners
• Second-home owners
• Estate-level property owners
• Condominium owners requiring structured oversight
Our clients value discipline, discretion, and clear reporting while their property remains unoccupied.
Home Watch Chicago provides residential and estate asset oversight services throughout the Chicagoland area, including:
Chicago • Evanston • Wilmette • Winnetka • Kenilworth • Highland Park • Park Ridge • Glenview • Lincolnwood • Skokie • Morton Grove • Niles • Oak Park • Arlington Heights • Melrose Park • Berwyn • Cicero
Service availability is based on property location, access requirements, and scheduling capacity.
To maintain clarity of scope and professional standards, Home Watch Chicago does not provide:
• Property management services
• Tenant management or leasing services
• Construction supervision
• Repair or handyman services
• Snow removal or landscaping services
• Emergency remediation beyond observation and notification
• Mechanical servicing of vehicles or appliances
• Insurance claim representation
When maintenance or specialized services are required, we notify the homeowner so the appropriate licensed professional can be engaged.

During each scheduled visit, the exterior perimeter of the property is visually reviewed to identify observable irregularities or developing concerns.
Exterior oversight may include:
• Full walk-around of the property perimeter
• Observation of doors, windows, and access points for visible signs of tampering
• Review for visible storm damage or weather-related deterioration
• Visual assessment for signs of rodent or insect activity around the structure
• Confirmation that contracted exterior vendors (lawn care, snow services, etc.) are performing as scheduled
• Light removal of minor debris from entryways and primary walk paths
• Collection of mail, packages, and printed materials; items secured inside the residence
• Mail and package forwarding upon request
• Verification of exterior lighting function and reporting of outages
• Ground-level visual review of gutters, downspouts, and rooflines
• Inspection of garages, detached structures, and accessible yard areas
• Seasonal pre-storm and post-storm exterior walk-throughs
Motorized vehicles may be started upon written client authorization. Vehicles are not driven or mechanically evaluated.
All observations are documented. Any visible concerns are reported promptly.

During each scheduled visit, interior systems and visible environmental conditions are reviewed to reduce the risk of undetected damage while the property remains unoccupied.
Interior oversight may include:
• Replacement of HVAC filters at scheduled intervals
• Running faucets periodically to maintain plumbing flow
• Flushing toilets to prevent stagnation
• Setting faucets to a light drip during extreme cold upon client request
• Visual review for signs of plumbing issues, moisture concerns, or water intrusion
• Adjustment of thermostat and interior climate settings upon request
• Replacement of standard light bulbs as needed
• Replacement of common household batteries (remotes, smoke detectors, alarm keypads)
• Watering of indoor plants as authorized
For security and occupancy deterrence purposes:
• Adjustment of window treatments
• Rotation or modification of lighting patterns
• Periodic light setting adjustments
All observations are documented. Any visible irregularities are reported promptly.

Enjoy complete peace of mind with our dedicated local contact for deliveries and urgent needs.
We expertly coordinate and oversee trusted service professionals, including:
Every service is customized to your property and lifestyle, ensuring your home is impeccably cared for, whether you're in residence or away.
Providing Professional Home Watch Oversight Since 2008
HOME WATCH CHICAGO
Chicago,Il.