I really enjoy helping take care of other peoples homes and pets so they can leave on a trip without having to worry. It is very gratifying to me that all of my previous contacts would love to have me back again.
I am a non-smoker and a light social drinker. I worked as an analyst for the same company for twenty-eight years.
I have posted various photos of myself and my previous house in Vermont (I am now living in Florida) to try and give anyone searching for a housesitter a better feel of who I am. None of the photos were "staged", and I hope they show to a small degree the respect that I give to a home inside and outside. I have also posted some pictures from previous housesits.
Some of you may remember my little Llasa Apso (Angel). She left this world on Jan. 2, She is now resting in peace knowing that the love and pleasure that she brought to my life and many others will never be forgotton. I currently have no pets or children living at home.
I have owned over a dozen properties up to this point in my life and understand the value of caring for a property. I take great pride in doing so, and possess the ability and aptitude to handle many issues and/or problems that can arise at any given time with properties and pets alike.
I love animals of all kinds and realize that they have very individual needs at different times and I do my very best to meet or exceed those needs as that makes for a better situation for me and for them as well as putting their owners at ease while they are apart.
I have landscaped and/or maintained large and small properties alike with the same pride and meticulous care for many years. I am comfortable with all landscaping chores, plowing snow, mowing either with a push or riding mower. I am also knowledgable and experienced with all heating systems including wood burning stoves.
I am willing to trade my services for the opportunity to travel and explore different cities and small towns alike throughout the country.
I have excellent references and look at this service as being a win, win situation for everyone concerned.
While I am active and like to explore new areas, my main priority is to take care of your property and pets (if applicable) like they are my own. I do look at housesitting as basically employment with a different form of compensation (in other words, a way to travel and explore the country on a budget). Therefore, my obligations to you, your property, and your pets take priority over any travel and exploration desires of my own. You can rest assured that when you return that your home will be in the same loving condition that you left it in. I am very aware that receiving stellar references from previous clients is the best way to establish a service that is mutually beneficial to everyone concerned while living this type of lifestyle.
I will gladly take care of any special requests and promise to keep in contact as frequently as you desire, whether that be by phone, or any other suitable option. Please contact me at any time....you will not be disappointed. Thank you.
Best Regards,
Rick