What to know before you get started.
Still unsure what’s right for your property? Ask Kerrie about the scope, timing and price.
What makes Annapolis Royal Property Care different?
More than property checks: we combine property monitoring, concierge help, trades coordination and new homeowner support in one personalised local service. Clients benefit from:
- Professional experience in property ownership and management
- A police record check for added peace of mind
- Realtor recommendations and the trust of local homeowners
- Detailed photographic reports and clear communication
- Optional homeowner-managed temperature and humidity sensors
- Flexible support tailored to your property
One trusted local contact. More services. Less worry.
What areas do you cover?
Most of Annapolis County and nearby communities. No travel charge for properties within 12 km driving distance of Annapolis Royal town centre. For properties farther away, we calculate the return driving distance from town centre, deduct the first 24 km, and charge $0.90 CAD per remaining kilometre (e.g. 15 km away = 30 km return − 24 km = 6 km × $0.90 = $5.40). Travel charges are confirmed before service.
Can you help if I live away or overseas?
Absolutely. We regularly help owners who can’t be at their property in person, acting as a trusted local contact for property checks, maintenance coordination, deliveries and unexpected issues, with photo reports and clear updates.
Contact Kerrie using WhatsApp or FaceTime over Wi-Fi or mobile data. Your usual internet or data charges may apply. Email works too, whether you’re buying a home, managing a seasonal property or preparing to relocate. Your home in Nova Scotia. Your trusted local contact. Wherever you are.
How often should a property be checked?
That depends on your preference and insurance policy. Some policies require checks every 48–72 hours; confirm your policy’s exact requirement with your insurer.
What do you look for?
That depends on the home check you choose: the Exterior Property Check ($42 CAD per visit), Standard Home Check ($72 CAD per visit) or Comprehensive Home Check ($102 CAD per visit). All checks are visual, non-invasive observations within the agreed scope and safe access, and each visit includes a written update with photos. See the full checklists.
Do you offer emergency visits?
Urgent visits outside normal working hours: $100 CAD per hour. Normal working hours are Monday–Friday, 9am–4pm Atlantic time. Attendance is subject to availability, weather and safe access. Any applicable travel charge is additional and confirmed before attendance. The urgent out-of-hours rate replaces the normal visit or concierge rate for that attendance; it is not added on top. This is not a guaranteed 24-hour emergency service. For immediate danger, contact emergency services.
How are winter-readiness and storm checks priced?
Winter-readiness and storm checks are included when relevant during a Comprehensive Home Check. Additional visits are separate bookings, with the appropriate home-check scope and price agreed beforehand. Any applicable travel charge is additional. They are visual checks, not technical winterisation or concierge work. See what they include.
Can you coordinate repairs or trades?
Yes. Kerrie can help arrange access and appointments, share updates and coordinate agreed services. Qualified third-party trades remain responsible for technical work.
Are you insured?
Yes. Annapolis Royal Property Care carries commercial general liability insurance appropriate to our property care and concierge services. Details are available on request.
Has Kerrie had a police record check?
Yes. Kerrie has completed a police record check. We know that giving someone access to your home takes a high level of trust, so our approach is built on professionalism, discretion, reliability and respect for your home and privacy. See how we handle keys, access and security.
Do you care for seasonal cottages or larger properties?
Yes. Any property can choose from the three home checks; the Comprehensive Home Check offers broader room-by-room coverage and more detailed documented observations. If your property needs a different scope, any revised quotation is agreed before booking.
Who does the visits?
Visit arrangements are agreed with you in advance. You will be told who is attending your property.
Is Govee monitoring staffed?
No. Homeowners receive and manage alerts through their own Govee app; ARPC does not provide continuous staffed monitoring. Response visits require a separate agreed booking.
How do I start?
Contact Kerrie to discuss your property, community, preferred schedule and the service you need. Scope and price are agreed before work starts.