Updated October 2026
For most empty homes in South Florida during summer, we recommend a check once a week. Every two weeks can work for a newer condo with a reliable AC. Monthly checks leave too much time for a small problem to become a big one.
Why weekly makes sense in Florida
- Heat and humidity work fast. If the AC fails in July, indoor humidity climbs quickly. The EPA recommends keeping indoor humidity below 60% and drying water damage within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
- Leaks don't wait. A drip under a sink or a clogged AC drain line can run for days. In a condo, it can reach the unit below.
- Storms come in the summer. Hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, overlapping the months most seasonal owners are away.
- Empty homes attract attention. Mail and packages piling up are a sign nobody's home.
Check your insurance policy
Many homeowners and condo policies have conditions for homes that are vacant or unoccupied for a long time, and some require the home to be checked regularly. Policies vary, so call your agent and ask:
- Does my policy have vacancy or unoccupancy conditions?
- How often does someone need to check the home?
- Do you need any proof of those checks? (Our timestamped photo reports help here.)
Check your condo rules too
Some associations have their own requirements for units left empty: a contact person with a key, balcony furniture brought in for hurricane season, or water shut off. Ask your building management.
A simple rule of thumb
| Situation | How often |
|---|---|
| Summer, any home (June to November) | Weekly |
| Newer condo, reliable AC, outside hurricane season | Every two weeks may be fine |
| After a storm, heavy rain or a power outage | An extra check as soon as it's safe |
How we do it
Our Home Watch Plan is weekly visits for $175/month, with a timestamped photo report after every visit and extra storm checks when you need them.
Want someone watching your home? Weekly visits and a photo report after every one, $175/month.
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