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Talk with us in confidence
Tell us about your home and what you want looked after while you’re away.
WatchOverCare
Home watch · Vancouver Island
A watchful eye while you’re away.
Based in Victoria, BCServing lower Vancouver Island
Proudly Canadian
A simple plan
Leave home with confidence.
We shape each visit schedule around your property, travel plans, preferences, and insurer’s occupancy requirements.
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Choose the right rhythm
Schedule visits every 72 hours, weekly, or every two weeks, depending on your needs.
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Travel with peace of mind
A detailed photo report follows each visit, with quick action when a concern appears.
Why owners choose us
Quietly thorough. Ready to respond.
- ✓Flexible schedules that can help satisfy your insurer’s occupancy requirements for coverage.*
- ✓Rapid detection of leaks, damage, system issues, and signs of unauthorized activity.
- ✓A discreet, confidential, and fully insured local presence.
- ✓Concierge help for the small tasks that keep a property cared for.
* Confirm specific requirements directly with your insurance provider.
What we check
Inside, outside, documented.
Our visits cover the home from the grounds to the major interior systems, with clear records after every check.
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Grounds & exterior structures
We look over drainage, garages, access points, security systems, mail, debris, and visible damage.
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Water & leak detection
Sinks, showers, toilets, and visible plumbing are checked and run as directed.
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Room-by-room inspection
Each space is reviewed for leaks, mold, insects, window damage, and other visible concerns.
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Refrigerator & freezer
Temperatures, ice makers, leaks, and other visible appliance issues are checked.
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Water heater
We inspect for leaks and visible signs that could point to a developing problem.
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Gas systems & pilot lights
Ranges, pilot lights, and gas-connected systems are reviewed according to your instructions.
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Heating & controls
Heat pumps, furnaces, and temperature settings are confirmed and checked for issues.
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Documentation & reporting
Every visit produces a detailed report confirming checks and noting anything unusual.
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Professional Response Coordination
If a problem is found, we report it promptly and coordinate next steps with you.
An on-the-ground presence, focused on your peace of mind.
When something is out of place, you should know quickly. Our refined reporting and response process keeps you informed wherever your travels take you.
Our Why
We've spent over 40 years in and around Victoria — building, renovating, and selling properties across Vancouver Island, running small businesses, serving on community boards, and being part of the local sports and music scene. Homes are something we simply know: how they age, where they need attention, what "just right" looks like.
Here's what we believe: a home watch visit was never really about the checklist. The checklist is just the tool. What it's about is the moment you walk back through your front door after weeks away and everything is exactly as you left it. That exhale. That feeling is the whole business.
When you hand us your keys, we treat that trust as the precious thing it is. Everything we see and learn about your home stays strictly confidential, and every property gets the same genuine care — from large estates to 2-bedroom condos. Our why is simple: so you can be fully where you are, instead of worrying about where you're not.
— Eileen & Ian, WatchOverCare
Concierge options
More ways to care for your home.
Add the practical support your property needs before, during, or after a trip.
- Pre- and post-storm visits
- Power service checks
- Vehicle trickle-charge checks
- Smoke alarm tests
- Indoor plant watering
- Seasonal opening and closing
- Pre-arrival grocery shopping
- Package and delivery collection
- Monitoring scheduled services
- Other services by request
From homeowners
Our clients trust us.
“It is so comforting knowing that you are visiting our property regularly and checking up on things for us.”
Greta B.
“Thank you for noticing the washing machine leak and dealing with it so quickly. It could have been a disaster.”
William C.
“Knowing our home is visited regularly while we’re out of town gives us a lot of comfort.”
Dr. James P.
Let’s talk
Let’s discuss your needs.
Tell us about your home in confidence. We’ll listen, answer questions, and help you choose a visit schedule that fits.