The Home Watch Binder
Everything you need to run your house on a schedule, in one printable binder. Print it, put it in a three-ring binder in the kitchen drawer, and the next repair person, insurance adjuster or buyer will thank you.
$29 one-time purchase. Printable PDF, US Letter size. Instant download.
Covered by our 30-day refund policy.
What's inside
- 12-month maintenance calendar
- Every job from our seasonal checklist placed in the month it belongs, with space to write the date you did it.
- Fifteen topic checklists
- Exterior, roof and drainage, plumbing, HVAC, fire and CO safety, security, storm prep and the rest, one printable page each.
- System age tracker
- Record install dates and expected lifespans for your roof, water heater, HVAC and appliances, and see what is coming due.
- Maintenance budget worksheet
- Plan a yearly repair fund and the next five years of likely replacements.
- Service and repair log
- A running record of who did what, when, and what it cost. Useful for warranties and when you sell.
- Home inventory pages
- Room-by-room pages for valuables, serial numbers and photo references, to pair with an inventory video.
- Emergency and contacts sheet
- Shutoff locations, utility and insurance numbers, and trusted contractors on one page for the fridge door.
- Away-from-home checklist
- A departure routine and a page to leave for whoever checks on the house while you're gone.
Questions
How do I receive it?
After checkout you get a download link on the confirmation page and by email from our checkout provider. The file is a PDF you can print at home or at a print shop.
Is this a subscription?
No. It is a single payment for a single download. There are no recurring charges.
Does buying it sign me up for emails?
No. You'll get a receipt and download email for your order. The newsletter is a separate choice you make on our newsletter page.
What if it's not useful for my home?
Email us within 30 days of purchase for a full refund. See the Refund Policy.
Is this professional advice?
No. The Binder is an organizing tool and general information. It does not replace inspections or licensed professionals.