Home watch · San Juan Island

Small problems get expensive fast.

A second set of eyes on your island home while you're away: catching trouble early, with a time-stamped photo report after every home watch visit.

Licensed, bonded & insured
A time-stamped photo report every visit
Local, here year-round
No long-term contracts

We are here to help

What is home watch?

Home Watch is a visual inspection of a home looking for obvious issues before they become big problems.

It isn't house-sitting - no one moves in.

It isn't a security system - no cameras or alarms.

It's a trusted local professional, familiar with your home, checking on it in-person and ready to take action.

If we find something, you hear from us right away, with photos and a clear recommendation.

What we do.

Home Watch

Regular interior and exterior checks while you're away, with proof we were there.

Maintenance & Concierge

We spot the small thing and get it handled before it spreads, and take care of the requests that make island ownership easier.

Remodeling & Repairs

Projects managed end to end, with one trusted point of contact.

Emergency On-Call

Storm inbound or something wrong? We're on-island and reachable when it can't wait.

Why a professional?

More than a neighbor stopping by.

Scheduled visual checks, inside & out
Water, HVAC & plumbing checked on every visit
A time-stamped photo report, every time
Repairs coordinated and managed for you
Licensed, bonded & insured, and NHWA accredited
We know your home and act on your behalf

Doing it the right way

Backed by more than promises.

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

Home-watch-specific coverage, not a generic policy, so the care you trust is backed by real protection.

WA Licensed Home Inspector

Formal inspection training most home watch operators don't have, applied to every visit. WA Home Inspector License #26018894.

A local craftsman in the field

C.R. Ray's trade background means what we find gets fixed correctly and fast.

NHWA accredited member

Pacific Home Watch is an accredited member of the National Home Watch Association, the body that sets the standards and the code of ethics for professional home watch. Accreditation is granted only to companies that meet its requirements for insurance, bonding, background screening, and business practice, and it is reviewed by the association rather than claimed by the company. It is the single most useful question to ask any provider you are considering.

Leaving the island? Let's talk.

Tell us about your home and when you're away. We'll take it from here.

Local & rooted

On the island, and here year-round.

How it works

Simple, and proven every visit.

1

Meet at your home

We walk it together and learn what matters to you.

2

Set your home watch schedule

Tailored to your needs: visit frequency, storm checks, the details specific to your home.

3

We watch on schedule

Interior and exterior checks, in person, every time.

4

You get a summary of every visit

A time-stamped photo report: what we checked, what we found. If something's wrong, we act fast, coordinate the fix, and keep you informed. No surprises.

On every visit

What we check.

Inside

Doors & windows secure
Water leaks
HVAC, plumbing & appliances working
Obvious electrical issues
Signs of pests or mold
Thermostats & smoke detectors

Outside

Walk the perimeter
Roof & gutters from the ground
Storm damage
Mail & packages secured
Landscaping & vendor work
Anything out of place

Services & Plans

Monthly home watch plans.

Ongoing care, on a schedule. Every plan includes a time-stamped photo report on every visit, and there are no long-term contracts: stay because it's working, not because you're locked in.

Essential

Interior & exterior checks
Storm check after major weather events
Mail & package watch
Photo report every visit

Signature · most chosen

Everything in Essential
Broader systems checks
Priority response after widespread weather events

Estate

Everything in Signature
For larger homes & outbuildings
Dedicated point of contact

Every home is different. Your exact rate is set after we walk your home together.

One-time projects · no plan required

Need some extra help?

À la carte services for anyone on San Juan Island, plan or no plan: we can meet a vendor, manage a project, complete a repair, or make a special trip. Billed simply by the hour.

Additional work · billed hourly, ask us

Emergency response · billed hourly, ask us

A full picture of your home

Home Health Report

A deeper, documented analysis of your home's condition and maintenance needs, beyond the routine visit: what's aging and what's coming due, so nothing surprises you.

Pricing being finalized · Ask us

Our story.

Locals you can depend on.

Why we built Pacific Home Watch.

Island homes sit empty for months at a time, and we believe the people who love them deserve better than crossed fingers. We started Pacific Home Watch to give San Juan Island homeowners a professional, accountable way to know their home is okay: real credentials, real schedules, and proof at your fingertips after every home watch visit.

The professional alternative to a favor.

Not a neighbor stopping by when they remember: a service that knows your home, watches it on a real schedule, and can act fast when something goes wrong. Craftsman precision, local, year-round.

Licensed, bonded & insured.

With home-watch-specific coverage, so the care you trust is backed by real protection.

Who's behind it.

C.R. Ray

Field & trade: a craftsman's eye on every detail, backed by Washington State home inspector license #26018894.

Andrew Yokom

Systems & client care: reporting, scheduling, and making sure no detail slips through.

FAQ

Common questions.

What exactly is home watch?

Home Watch is a visual inspection of a home looking for obvious issues before they become big problems. In practice that means regular, professional visual checks of your home while you're away, inside and out, catching the things that get expensive when no one is there to notice them. If we find something, you hear from us right away.

Why not just ask a neighbor?

A neighbor doing a favor is a kind gesture, until something goes wrong. When a pipe bursts or a storm hits, you want a professional who knows your home, is insured to act, and can coordinate a fix fast. That's a service, not a favor.

What do you check on a visit?

Doors and windows, water leaks, HVAC, plumbing and appliances, obvious electrical issues, signs of pests or mold, the roof and gutters from the ground, storm damage, and mail or packages. We tailor the checklist to your home.

What happens if you find a problem?

We contact you right away with photos and a recommendation. For everyday issues we wait for your go-ahead; in a true emergency we act fast to limit the damage and keep you informed throughout.

What does NHWA accreditation mean?

The National Home Watch Association is the industry body for professional home watch. It sets the standards and the code of ethics, and it accredits companies that meet its requirements for insurance, bonding, background screening, and business practice. Accreditation is reviewed by the association rather than claimed by the company, which is what makes it worth asking any provider about. Pacific Home Watch is an accredited member. The NHWA Accredits Home Watch Services Only, so our maintenance, concierge, remodeling, and repair work sits alongside our home watch service rather than under that accreditation.

How often will you visit?

On a set schedule we agree together, weekly or every other week depending on your home and how long you are away. We do not recommend longer gaps: a month is a long time for water, and your insurer may set a maximum gap for an unoccupied home. We confirm your schedule after we walk the property with you.

Can you handle mail and packages?

Mail and package checks are part of every routine visit. Expecting a delivery between visits? We can make a special trip as an à la carte service, billed hourly.

Is this a security service?

No, we're not an alarm or camera company. We are a regular professional presence in your home, and that is its own deterrent. We'll spot trouble a security system never would, like a slow leak under a sink.

Do you serve all of San Juan Island?

Yes: Friday Harbor, Roche Harbor, and across San Juan Island. Right now San Juan Island is our only service area; we expect to consider neighboring islands in the future.

Contact

Request a visit.

Tell us about your home and when you're away. We'll be in touch.

Where we are

Friday Harbor,
San Juan Island, WA

Email

get@pacifichomewatch.com

Who answers

A real local person,
not a call center.

NHWA accredited · Licensed, bonded & insured · Serving San Juan Island