What are Property Owner’s responsibilities to House Sitters?

What are Property Owner’s responsibilities to House Sitters?

  1. To provide a clean, habitable property, free of mould, with fresh made up bed and sheets.
  2. To provide a safe property where all locks and windows are in working order
  3. To disclose whether pets has medical conditions or behavioural issues.
  4. To stock up on pet food prior to leaving, to last the entire stay, plus 2 extra days in case of delays.
  5. Its a good idea to be transparent with house sitters about any monitoring and cameras, explain the purpose of them, get the Sitters consent and to limit their use.
  6. To not have your friends or family members stay at the property while the Sitter is there.
  7. To discuss at the Meet the Greet whether the Sitter is allowed visitors or overnight guests.
  8. To discuss the minimum number of hours per day / night you are looking for a Sitter to be at the property.
  9. Summarise your conversation in writing on the platform when messaging each other and ask the Sitter whether they are in agreement prior to paying for the booking.