Safeguard Your Home with MI Cottage Keepers

Our Home Inspections are designed to catch small problems before they turn into big ones.

    • Examine property for broken windows, forced entry, or vandalism

    • Check screen enclosures

    • Remove any mail, packages, advertising, or other vacant home identifiers from front door area and sidewalks

    • Confirm yard or snow maintenance is being performed properly by other vendors

    • Visually monitor snow build up on roofs and decks

    • Visual check of pools, patios, storage shed, etc. are secure and undamaged

    • Check outdoor faucets for leaks or covered in the winter

    • Visual Inspection of A/C equipment and Generac

    • Visual inspection of roof and gutters from the ground level

    • Check exterior for pest control issues

    • Check garage and garage door for proper functioning

    • Inspect for any fallen trees or limbs

    • Ensure furnace inlets/outlets as well as drier vents are not blocked by snow

    • Visual inspection of ceilings and walls for signs of water damage, moisture or mold issues

    • Run water in sinks, tubs and showers to prevent traps from drying out

    • Flush toilets (wait until tank is completely refilled and stops running)

    • Visually check for leaks under sinks and around toilets

    • Investigate any noises, alarms, beeps or odors

    • Check sump pumps for proper operation

    • Check water softener/water filter for leaks and verify salt levels

    • Check interior for rodent intrusion and pest control issues

    • Make sure all windows and doors are locked

    • Confirm security system is working properly

    • Check thermostats for proper seasonal settings and operation

    • Check circuit box for tripped breakers

    • Confirm refrigerator and freezer is working properly

    • Run garbage disposal

    • Remove any kitchen garbage or spoiled food mistakenly left by homeowner

Snow-covered backyard with outdoor table and chairs, a trampoline, and a shed decorated with holiday wreaths, surrounded by leafless trees in winter.
Open kitchen cabinet beneath the sink with cleaning supplies, paper towels, and miscellaneous items inside.
This is a utility room with a water heater and air conditioning unit.
Inside refrigerator door with various condiments, jars, and bottles, with the freezer control panel visible at the top.

Concierge Home Services

  • Alarm Calls and Reset

  • Key Pick-Up or Drop Off

  • Fire and Rescue Response 

  • Mail Pick Up and Forwarding

  • Delivery Acceptance

  • Contractor Access for Repairs/Service Items

  • Move-in, Move-out Cleaning

  • Storm Damage Assessment with Photos

  • Home Remodel Project Recommendations

  • Contractor Referrals

If you don’t see your need listed, give us a call.
We are here to assist you!

Sunset over a body of water with a large leaning tree in the foreground and a small dock with a boat cover on the right.

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Vacation Checks

Interior: Conduct a thorough inspection to ensure it is in a clean, safe, and habitable condition. Check for any signs of damage caused by weather, pests, insects, vandalism, or other disturbances. Confirm that the security system is set and functioning properly, and ensure all windows and entryways are securely locked. Visually inspect the HVAC system for any signs of damage or malfunction, and notice any suspicious odors that may indicate a potential issue.

Exterior: Make sure all entrances are securely locked and check for any signs of forced entry, vandalism, or damage caused by weather, pests, and insects. Remove newspapers, flyers, and other signs of non-occupancy. Retrieve and forward packages and mail as requested. Visually inspect the roof, gutters, outbuildings, yard, landscaping, and lakeshore from the ground.

Post-Storm Inspections

After a storm, MI Cottage Keepers can promptly inspect your property’s exterior and interior to identify any potential damage, including checking for flooding, leaks, or water damage and ensuring the furnace is functioning properly by conducting a temperature check. We also can provide referral services to qualified professionals for any repairs or maintenance needs identified during post-storm inspections.

Keyholder Service

Need someone to have access to your home while you’re away? We can coordinate access to your property for any situation at an hourly rate. All we need is your notification of date and time and any instructions you have. From cleaning services to contractors we’ve got you covered!

Local Emergency Point of Contact

You may designate MI Cottage Keepers as a first responder contact for your security agency or we can support the response of a neighbor or friend, in the case of an alarm. If police or rescue are dispatched, we can supply access to your home and assist in evaluating any necessary action to complete the process and reset your alarm.

Comprehensive Services

MI Cottage Keepers provides the ultimate in personalized services, customized to the individual needs of vacation homeowners and travelers. For homeowners who need repairs or contractors to complete larger projects, while we do not provide handyman services, we can assist you with referrals to amazing local companies if the need for these particular services arises. We also assure any contractors that we recommend are commercially insured.