The National Home Watch Association announces second annual National Home Watch Month

March 2024

With estimates of as many as ten million second and vacation homes in the U.S. and Canada, the Home Watch industry provides a risk mitigation service that not many second homeowners outside of the southern-tier states may be aware of. Home Watch is defined as “a visual inspection of a home or property, looking for obvious issues.” National Home Watch Association Executive Director Jack Luber says, “Because the Home Watch industry is not recognized by any government entity in the U.S. or Canada, the National Home Watch Association (NHWA) accredits those legitimate businesses that carry the proper business credentials and insurance coverage to protect their clients. All members pass a criminal background check and are vetted for consumer complaints.” There are trillions of dollars’ worth of real estate that goes unchecked for months at a time, leaving homes and properties vulnerable to undiscovered issues, such as water damage, mold, and even squatters. The purpose of National Home Watch Month is to educate homeowners and the general public about the need for Home Watch services.

Please visit the National Home Watch Association website at https://nationalhomewatchassociation.org for more information.