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Home Watch Plan
Starter Watch: Monthly Home Watch in Naples, Marco Island & Bonita Springs
From $75 /month
Starter Watch is True North Home Watch's lightest plan: one documented visit a month to your Naples, Marco Island or Bonita Springs home, with our 24-point inspection and a timestamped photo report. It suits short absences and calmer months, at a flat monthly price starting at $75.
Best for
Short absences and lower-risk months
How often
1 documented visit a month
You receive
Timestamped photo report each visit
Starting at
$75 a month, flat by home size
Overview
Key takeaways
- Starter Watch from True North Home Watch is a monthly home watch plan for Naples, Marco Island and Bonita Springs homes, starting at $75 a month and flat by home size.
- Each monthly visit runs a 24-point inspection with 13 interior and 11 exterior checkpoints and ends with a timestamped photo report.
- Pricing runs from $75 for homes under 2,000 sq. ft. to $130 for homes of 3,501 to 5,000 sq. ft., and the 2-visit and 4-visit plans cost less per visit.
- It suits short absences and lower-risk months, and looks for quiet problems like a slow leak, rising humidity or an A/C that has stopped cooling.
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What is the Starter Watch home watch plan?
Starter Watch is our entry-level home watch plan. Once a month, a True North team member walks through your empty home, works through our 24-point interior and exterior inspection, and sends you a timestamped photo report showing what we saw.
It is a light-touch way to keep a set schedule on your home. Someone looks for the quiet problems that an alarm will not catch, such as a slow leak, rising humidity or an A/C that has stopped cooling, and you have a dated record that the home was checked.
The price is a flat monthly amount based on your home's size, from $75 for homes under 2,000 sq. ft. to $130 for homes of 3,501 to 5,000 sq. ft. If you want visits closer together, the 2-visit and 4-visit plans cost less per visit.
What’s included
What is included in Starter Watch?
24-point inspection
Each monthly visit covers 13 interior and 11 exterior checkpoints, so you know exactly what was looked at and nothing depends on memory.
Leak and moisture checks
We look under accessible sinks, at visible supply lines, and for stains on ceilings, walls and floors that can signal a slow leak.
A/C and humidity
We confirm the A/C is running and cooling, record temperature and humidity, and check your thermostat is set the way you asked.
Refrigerator and freezer
We confirm the refrigerator and freezer are both cold and running, so food does not spoil while you are away.
Doors and windows
We check that doors and windows are closed, secure and undamaged, and look for pry marks, broken glass or other signs of tampering.
Roof, lanai and yard
We view the roof, soffit and gutters from the ground, and check the lanai, outdoor furniture, pool at a glance and landscaping.
Pests and odors
We look and smell for visible pest activity, mildew or anything that seems off, inside and out.
USPS mail coordination
We coordinate your mail so it does not pile up and the home does not look empty.
Timestamped photo report
After each visit you receive photos of your rooms, systems and outdoor areas as we found them, with a note on anything that needs attention.
Naples • Marco Island • Bonita Springs
How does True North care for my Southwest Florida home?
Photo-documented visits, honest reporting and one local team that knows your home.
What to expect
What happens from the first call to the monthly report?
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Free walkthrough
We tour your home with you, note its systems and any special instructions, and answer your questions. There is no obligation, and it is how we tailor the checklist to your home.
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Confirm your size and schedule
We confirm your home-size price and set up monthly billing. We agree on a visit schedule that suits your travel and tell you what we need from you, such as door or gate access.
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What happens at the monthly visit?
Once a month we complete the full 24-point inspection, inside and out, taking timestamped photos as we go. The visit is a visual inspection of accessible areas.
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How do I receive the photo report?
After the visit, you receive the timestamped photo report. It shows what we saw in each area and flags anything that looks different from the last report.
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Follow-up if needed
If we find a problem, we call you right away with photos. With your approval, we can coordinate a vendor, such as a plumber or A/C technician, and meet them at your home.
Pricing
How much does Starter Watch cost?
| Home size | Starting price /month |
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| Under 2,000 sq. ft. | $75 |
| 2,000 – 2,500 sq. ft. | $90 |
| 2,501 – 3,500 sq. ft. | $105 |
| 3,501 – 5,000 sq. ft. | $130 |
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 Starter Watch a good fit for?
Short trips and cool months
Owners who are away for a few weeks, or who leave during the cooler, drier months, and want a documented check on a set schedule.
Smaller, low-maintenance homes
Condos and smaller homes without a pool, a boat or many outdoor systems, where one thorough monthly look is enough.
Part-time residents
Second-home owners who want someone local to confirm the house is in the same condition you left it.
Owners starting out
Anyone who wants to start with a lower monthly price and move up to more visits later, such as before hurricane season.
Pairs well with
Which services work well with Starter Watch?
One-Time Add-On
Extra Home Watch Visit
An additional full inspection visit with a photo report, whenever you want one more look.
From $75
Seasonal Package
The Homecoming Package
A wake-up visit before you land plus arrival-day setup: fridge stocked, A/C set and a ready report.
From $295
Answers
What do people ask about Starter Watch?
How much does Starter Watch cost?
Starter Watch is a flat monthly price based on your home's size: $75 for homes under 2,000 sq. ft., $90 for 2,000 to 2,500 sq. ft., $105 for 2,501 to 3,500 sq. ft., and $130 for 3,501 to 5,000 sq. ft. The price is the same in Naples, Marco Island and Bonita Springs. Homes over 5,000 sq. ft. receive a quote.
How many visits does Starter Watch include?
Starter Watch includes one documented visit a month. Each visit is the full 24-point interior and exterior inspection, followed by a timestamped photo report. If you want visits closer together, our 2-visit plan is about every two weeks and our 4-visit plan is about every week. Each visit is photographed and timestamped, so you can compare reports from month to month.
Is Starter Watch enough for a home I leave for months?
It depends on the home and the season. One visit a month is a light-touch schedule, and a problem could go unseen for up to about a month. Many owners choose more visits for summer and hurricane season. We will talk through your home and travel plans at your free walkthrough.
How do I get started with Starter Watch?
Request a free walkthrough through our contact page, call (239) 301-8657, or email info@truenorthhws.com. We tour your home with you, confirm your home-size price, set up monthly billing and agree on a visit schedule. There is no obligation. Tell us your travel dates and any access details, such as keys or gate codes, and we will build the schedule around them.
Can I switch to more visits later?
Yes. If your plans change, tell us and we will talk through a plan with more visits, or you can add a single Extra Home Watch Visit when you need one. We confirm any change and the new monthly price with you before it takes effect. Your home-size price is confirmed up front, so there are no surprises when the plan changes.
What does Starter Watch not cover?
Starter Watch is a visual inspection of accessible areas, so we do not make repairs, move heavy items or test systems beyond the checks on our list. If we find a problem we call you and, with your approval, can coordinate a vendor, who bills you directly. Home watch reduces risk but does not remove it.
Let’s Talk
Ready to talk about Starter Watch?
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