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Welcome to the HouseSit Match Blog
Our blogs are stories shared by our housesitting team, and members who have benefited from the affordable travel, home and pet care made possible through our membership network. We hope you enjoy the blogs. Please take a moment to leave your feedback.
Housesit Before a Move Try Before a Buy
Whether you are a homeowner or a housesitter moving to a new location a housesit before a move can help you figure out if that location will work well for you. Housesit before you buy not just in one specific…
Pre-Handover Walkthrough Video for Housesit
As homeowners prepare to leave a home, some write notes and others prepare a pre-handover walkthrough as a video. This combination is the best approach to have a written reference and an audio visual reference to guide the housesitters in…
The Best Reclaimed Wood Flooring Options
Many homeowners dream of wood flooring yet many overlook the advantages of reclaimed wood flooring and the various options that exist. Read on to learn the seven best reclaimed flooring options that exist in wood and why they can be…
Why 365-Day Vet Availability is Key for Pet Owner Peace of Mind
Most pet owners will tell you that their biggest fear is caring for their pets. That’s why we offer 365-day vet availability and support in some of our homeowner pet owner memberships. To have full peace of mind you can…
Insulated Garage Doors Top Tips
Not all homeowners need insulated garage doors, however, there are certain climate conditions where a property would greatly benefit from garage doors that are insulated. In this article we offer a process to help you decide if you should consider…
Garage Door Warning Signs to Look For
Many homeowners ignore the noise or stickiness of their garage door warning signs. This is a mistake. You need to deal with these alerts that your garage door is having problems. Listen out for the unusual noises, the new and…
Cozy Guest Room Ideas to Greet Sitters
Some homeowners need more space at home to welcome guests. Using a range of cozy guest room ideas can help you convert a garage into a welcoming bedroom for housesitters or other guests. In this article we show you how…
Rainy Season Prep: Protect a Property
Any homeowner with property based in a wet climate needs to proactively conduct rainy season prep before the rains begin. To protect your property you need to prepare and block out the water. In this article we highlight our top…
When to Replace vs Repair Your Garage Doors
One of the big decisions a homeowner need to make is when to replace vs repair their garage door. While it might seem a straightforward decision to some, to others the expense of a complete replacement can be significant and…