Plan Add-On
Standby Generator Check
A visual check of your standby generator and the area around it at each visit, with a photo.
From $25/month
Plan Add-On
Boat & Dock Check for Waterfront Homes in Naples & Marco Island
From $40 /month
Boat & Dock Check is a monthly add-on to a True North Home Watch plan for waterfront owners in Naples, Marco Island and Bonita Springs. On each visit we visually check your boat, lift and dock lines from the dock, note any change since last time and add photos to your report. It starts at $40 per month.
Best for
Canal and waterfront home owners
How often / when
Added to each home watch visit
You receive
Boat and dock photo in every report
Starting at
$40 per month, added to your plan
Overview
Key takeaways
- True North Home Watch offers Boat and Dock Check for waterfront owners in Naples, Marco Island and Bonita Springs, a monthly add-on starting at $40 per month.
- On each home watch visit we look at your boat, lift and dock lines from the dock and compare what we see with the previous visit.
- Your timestamped photo report includes a photo of the boat and dock, and we call you right away with photos if something looks wrong.
- This is a visual check only. Boat maintenance, cleaning, engine starts and repairs are not included and are quoted separately.
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What is a boat and dock check?
A boat and dock check is a visual look at your boat, lift and dock lines, done from the dock during your regular home watch visit. If you live on a canal or the water in Marco Island, Naples or Bonita Springs, the dock and the boat are part of your property, and they are easy to forget when you are away for weeks.
On each visit we look at the boat, the lift and the lines, and we compare what we see with the last visit. A line that looks different, a boat that sits differently or a lift that looks out of place goes into your report with a photo. If something looks wrong, we call you right away with photos so you can decide what to do.
This add-on is billed monthly with your home watch plan. It is a check and a report. Boat maintenance, cleaning, engine starts and repairs are not part of it and are quoted separately if you want them. Tell us at your free walkthrough what you would like us to watch for.
What’s included
What is included in a Boat & Dock Check?
Visual boat check
We look at your boat from the dock on each visit and note how it looks and sits in the water.
Lift check
We look at your boat lift from the dock and note anything that looks different or out of place.
Dock line check
We look at your dock lines and note any that look loose, worn, tangled or changed since the last visit.
Change since last visit
We compare the boat and dock with the previous visit, so small changes do not go unnoticed for weeks.
Photo in every report
A photo of the boat and dock is included in your timestamped photo report after every visit.
Call if something is wrong
If something looks wrong at the boat or dock, we call you right away with photos.
Vendor coordination
With your approval we can coordinate a vendor, such as your marine technician, and meet them at the property.
Billed with your plan
The add-on is billed monthly along with your home watch plan and checked at your scheduled visits.
Naples • Marco Island • Bonita Springs
Who will look after my Southwest Florida home?
Photo-documented visits, honest reporting and one local team that knows your home.
What to expect
What happens during a boat and dock check?
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Free walkthrough
We tour your property with you, including the dock, lift and boat. You tell us how the boat is usually kept and anything you want us to watch for.
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Added to your plan
We confirm the details with you and attach the add-on to your home watch plan. It is billed monthly along with the plan, and you do not need a new plan.
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Dock check each visit
During your scheduled home watch visit we go to the dock and look over the boat, the lift and the lines, and note anything that has changed since last time.
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Photo report
You receive your timestamped photo report after the visit, with a photo of the boat and dock alongside the inside and outside checks of the home.
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Follow-up if needed
If something looks wrong we call you right away with photos. With your approval we can coordinate a vendor, who bills you directly for any work.
Pricing
How much does Boat & Dock Check cost?
$40 / month
Billed monthly with your plan.
Prices are starting rates for homes in Naples, Marco Island and Bonita Springs. We confirm your exact quote during a free walkthrough. Third-party costs, such as vendors and groceries, are billed separately.
Is it right for you?
Who is a Boat & Dock Check a good fit for?
Canal and bay-front owners
Your dock and boat sit behind your home on Marco Island, in Naples or in Bonita Springs, and you want them seen regularly.
Snowbirds and seasonal owners
The boat sits unused for months, and you want to hear about loose lines or changes before you return.
Owners in hurricane season
Docks, lifts and lines are the first things a storm tests, so a regular look gives you a recent photo record.
Second-home owners
You visit a few times a year and want the dock and boat included in the report you already receive.
Pairs well with
What services pair well with Boat & Dock Check?
Storm Service
Hurricane Prep & Shutter Coordination
We coordinate your shutter company and secure loose items before a named storm, with photos.
From $225per storm
Plan Add-On
Vehicle & Golf Cart Start-Up
We start your car and golf cart at each visit so batteries stay charged and they are ready to drive.
From $25/month
Answers
What do owners ask about Boat & Dock Check?
What does a boat and dock check include?
On each home watch visit we visually check your boat, lift and dock lines from the dock, look for changes since the last visit and add a photo of the boat and dock to your report. If something looks wrong, we call you right away. It is a visual check only and does not include maintenance or repairs.
How much does Boat & Dock Check cost?
It costs $40 per month. It is a flat monthly add-on to a True North Home Watch plan and is billed along with the plan. Home watch plans start at $110 a month. Boat maintenance, cleaning, engine starts and repairs are not included and are quoted separately if you want them. Tell us at your free walkthrough what you would like us to watch for.
Will you start my boat's engine or clean the boat?
No. This add-on is a visual check of the boat, lift and dock lines from the dock. Boat maintenance, cleaning, engine starts and repairs are not part of it and are quoted separately. Tell us during your walkthrough what you would like help with, and we will confirm what is possible and the cost.
What happens if you see a problem at the dock?
We contact you right away with photos and a clear description of what we saw. With your approval we can coordinate a vendor, such as your marine technician, and meet them at the property. The vendor bills you directly. You never have to travel just to let someone in, and you stay in control of every decision.
Can I add it to my existing home watch plan?
Yes. Boat & Dock Check is added to your home watch plan, so you do not need to start a new plan. Call (239) 301-8657 or email info@truenorthhws.com, tell us which home it is for, and we confirm the details and the start date with you. The check happens at your regular scheduled home watch visits.
Does a boat and dock check protect my boat in a storm?
No. A visual check does not prevent storm damage, and True North does not promise any outcome. What it gives you is a regular, dated photo record of how the boat, lift and lines looked, and a quick call if something changes. Ask us about storm services for waterfront homes too.
Let’s Talk
Ready to talk about Boat & Dock Check?
Request a free walkthrough and we will tailor the service to your home and your travel schedule. There is no obligation.
Naples, Marco Island & Bonita Springs