Pickwick Lake · Home care

A care plan for the home you love coming back to.

Regular eyes on your lake home can help you catch concerns early and arrive with fewer surprises. Steve will tailor the visit schedule and checklist to your property, its systems, and how you use it.

What a visit covers

A practical check, inside and out.

Use this basic care plan as a starting point for your lake home. This is a starting checklist for a visual home-care visit. It includes accessible, safe operating checks and notes about anything that needs attention. The final scope depends on your home and agreed service plan.

Serving Pickwick Lake, Counce, Savannah, and nearby Hardin County communities in Tennessee.

Lake home care checklist

We’ll work through the areas that matter to your property and document anything that needs follow-up.

01 / OUTSIDE

Exterior and grounds

Look over roofing from the ground, gutters, downspouts, siding, trim, windows, doors, decks, steps, and railings for visible damage or deterioration.
Check accessible exterior dryer vent outlets for visible clogs or blockage.
Check for signs of water intrusion, drainage trouble, storm damage, fallen limbs, pests, or openings that should be secured.
Observe driveways, paths, exterior lighting, and accessible dock or tram areas for obvious concerns.

02 / INSIDE

Rooms and security

Walk accessible rooms for leaks, stains, unusual odors, moisture, mold-like growth, pest activity, and damage around doors or windows.
Check that doors and windows are closed and locked as agreed, and note visible issues with floors, walls, ceilings, and fixtures.
Confirm the home is left in the agreed condition after a visit.

03 / WATER

Plumbing and water systems

Look under accessible sinks and around toilets, tubs, showers, laundry connections, water heaters, and exposed piping for signs of leaks.
Check visible fixtures and drains for obvious problems; note running toilets, drips, low flow, or unusual sounds.
Review the status of water shutoffs, sump or lift equipment, and irrigation or boathouse water systems when included in the property plan.

04 / POWER

Electrical and safety

Note visible concerns at outlets, switches, lights, cords, and accessible equipment; check agreed lights and devices for normal operation.
Check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms using their test functions when accessible and included in the plan; note low-battery alerts.
Record any tripped breaker, power outage, or unusual heat, smell, or noise for prompt follow-up. Electrical diagnosis or repair is handled by a qualified professional.

05 / COMFORT

Heating, cooling, and appliances

Check each HVAC unit for basic response, airflow, unusual noise or water; record thermostat settings and visible filter condition.
Note unusual noises, water near equipment, dirty or due-for-change filters, and concerns at accessible vents or condensate drains.
Check agreed appliances, refrigeration, and other home systems for obvious alerts or problems. Service and repairs are coordinated separately.

06 / ARRIVAL

Ready before you arrive

Confirm your arrival date and time; check every HVAC unit and set agreed arrival temperatures.
Turn water on when requested and authorized, then check for visible leaks.
Flush every toilet and confirm refill without running water or leaks.
Turn on ice machines and discard old refrigerator ice as agreed.
Check general readiness and report faults promptly. Kitchen stocking is available when requested.

07 / CLOSEOUT

After your stay

Set water, thermostats, lights and appliances according to your instructions.
Secure doors and windows; handle keys and alarms as agreed.
Record completed tasks, concerns, useful photos and the next action for open items.

08 / COORDINATE

A maintenance calendar

Track approved HVAC, pest control, alarm and smoke/CO checks; sewage grinder or pump service; and battery-powered shade charging where applicable.
Coordinate gutter care, window washing, power washing, spider-web removal, storm cleanup and rug cleaning as needed.
Coordinate boat and Jet Ski winterizing and pre-summer service, plus boat lift and dock equipment maintenance, through appropriate providers where applicable.
Track due dates, provider, owner approval, completion and next action.

Basic starting checklist

A clear record for every visit.

Each property’s checklist is agreed during the first walkthrough. Record the visit date, person checking, visit type, and any photo references. Mark each area OK, Follow up, or N/A.

Building envelope and grounds

Roof from ground; gutters and downspouts
Siding, trim, paint, caulk, windows and exterior doors
Foundation and exterior walls; accessible exterior dryer vents
Drainage, trees, driveway, walks, steps, handrails, decks and porches
Exterior lights, outlets and hose bibs

Lake-side access and security

Accessible dock, walkway, boathouse and shoreline
Visible boat lift and dock equipment concerns
Irrigation and boathouse pump areas for visible leaks or alerts
Gates, doors and windows secured per instructions
Storm damage, pest entry and unusual activity

Interior and home systems

Rooms, ceilings, walls and floors for moisture, damage or odors
Kitchen, baths, laundry and closets; agreed appliances
Sinks, toilets, showers, water heater and accessible piping
Agreed shutoff, sump, lift and sewage pump status or visible alerts
Each HVAC unit, thermostat settings and accessible filters
Agreed lights, smoke/CO alarms, security, cameras and internet alerts

Arrival, closeout and report

Arrival time confirmed; HVAC and water settings checked
Every toilet flushed; ice machines and refrigerator ice addressed as agreed
Doors, windows, keys and alarms handled per instructions
Completed items, concerns and photos recorded
Next action, approval, provider and due date tracked

A clear record

You’ll know what we found.

Steve can discuss a monthly, seasonal, or visit-based schedule suited to your property. Before service begins, agree on visit frequency, pre-arrival notice, access and water instructions, emergency contacts, approval limits, report recipients, pricing and billing. A clear monthly statement can show agreed labor and approved outside costs.

Agree on the scope. Walk through the property, access arrangements, systems, and who to contact if something needs attention.

Check and document. Record the visit, observations, and photos where useful.

Follow up. Flag urgent concerns promptly and discuss maintenance, repair, or a qualified trade when needed.

Agree on the details before service begins.

Home-care visits are visual observations and agreed routine checks, not a guarantee that every hidden problem will be found. They do not replace a licensed home inspection, code inspection, or specialist evaluation. Repairs, emergency response, materials, and work by licensed trades are scoped and approved separately.

Make it fit your home

Talk with Steve about your property.

Tell us about your home, how often you visit, and which systems need attention. We’ll discuss a care schedule and checklist that fit.

Call Steve: (901) 488-5134 Email Steve