AG Secure HomeWatch Inc.
193 Bayfield Street L4M 3B4 Barrie, ON, Canada

What is the difference between unoccupied and vacant? VACANT means an empty home without furniture, appliances or utilities hooked up for 30 days or longer. An UNOCCUPIED home is a furnished home that is empty for 30 days or longer... with the utilities left on, such as those who have gone south for the winter or have had a medical emergency. Insurance companies offer vacant or unoccupied policies that could cost between 50% to 150% more than your regular premium. Using the services of AG Secure HomeWatch could reduce that premium drastically! Find out more at agsecurehomewatch.ca

When was the last time you read the fine print in your home insurance policy? Never? You’re not the only one. Find out how often your policy requires your home or cottage to be checked on while you’re away. Prevent insurance claim denials by being proactive. Talk to our certified home watch professionals to find out how we can help you at 249-888-9061

Travellers, did you know that violating any instructions provided when you enter Canada is an offence under the Quarantine Act? A violation could lead to up to 6 months in prison and/or $750,000 in fines! Find out more: https://www.canada.ca//20/latest-travel-health-advice.html

***Just released*** FROM/DE: Caledon & Dufferin DetachmentsDATE: January 4, 2021 ...Continue reading

Dear customers, The Government of Canada has recently recalled ceiling fans from two companies. The Hampton Bay Mara 54 fans are known to have blades detach during use. ... The Westinghouse fans do not meet CSA specification requirements and pose a risk to health. Keep your family safe and check your ceiling fans. Hampton Bay recall December 23rd 2020: https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-aler//74571r-eng.php Westinghouse recall December 30th 2020 : https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-aler//74661r-eng.php

A broken window. A leaky tap. A power outage. All of these are minor inconveniences - unless you are away from your home for an extended period of time. That's where AG Secure Home Watch comes in! Our Certified Home Watch Professionals will monitor your home or cottage with regularly scheduled site inspections, emergency response services and more. ... Ensure your peace of mind while you're away from home with a call to 249-888-9061.

It’s always amazing to see how professionals work together to take down these trees. Thanks for a job well done, Lloyd's Tree Service

With the high winds today, many trees are down and some are experiencing power outages. Hydro One is reporting +181K outages. Stay safe out there. Give us a call if you need us to check on your unoccupied home or property. 1-249-888-9061.

Good News from the OPP Central Region! An arrest has been made in connection with 13 break and enters of small businesses in the area of Orangeville. https://twitter.com/opp_cr/status/1328014997704814593?s=21

A live wasp’s nest on a client’s soffit. A dead ash tree over a garage. These are just some of the little things that we catch during our visual home inspections - little things that can turn into big problems if not taken care of. Ensure your peace of mind when you’re away from home with AG Secure HomeWatch. Find out more about our services at https://www.agsecurehomewatch.ca/

Nominations are now open for The Era/Connection Readers' Choice Awards 2020 and we would love your support! https://www.yorkregion.com//subca/home-inspection-services Nominations are open until December 27. The top three nominees in each category will move forward to the voting process in early 2021.

Today is #BusinessWomensDay Sophie and Carolle have undergone specific training to become Certified Home Watch Professionals to specialize in giving you peace of mind while you're away. Find out more about their professional home watch services today at www.agsecurehomewatch.ca

This is your final week to vote! Voting is open until September 27 We are excited to be nominated in both the Barrie and Alliston Readers' Choice Awards and we would love your support! ALLISTON: www.simcoe.com/readerschoice-a/business/ag-secure-homewatch... BARRIE: www.simcoe.com/readerschoice-b/business/ag-secure-homewatch

It’s no fun having critters and rodents take residence inside your home. Not only is it a nuisance but it can cause major structural damage, become a fire hazard and a health hazard. Check out our latest blog on Critters & Pests: https://www.agsecurehomewatch.ca/critters-and-pests

What are your thoughts on the border reopening? Would you be willing to travel so soon? Snowbirds, are you still planning on going South this winter? Here’s a recent update :... https://www.cbc.ca//canada-us-border-closure-extended-1.57 . . . See more

Every year there are a number of accidental drownings in Canada. Most of these accidents are preventable - lack of PFD, inexperienced swimmers, and alcohol play a great part in these drownings. If you’re going away for some time make sure your fence, pool and hot tub are secure, preventing intruders from having a swim or falling in. Check out our latest blog on pool safety while you’re away from home: https://www.agsecurehomewatch.ca/pool-safety-whileaway "

A very disturbing story out of B.C. this morning. Make sure when you leave your home unattended you have someone looking after it for you. Giving your home that 'lived in' appearance helps to keep criminals away and can help avoid this kind of nightmare from happening. https://www.cbc.ca//he-was-in-our-kids-beds-nanaimo-home-b

Beware of fraudulent home watch companies! A recent internet search found an alarming number of home watch or home check companies that claim to be accredited, bonded and insured but are not even registered businesses! Don’t be fooled by copycats! AG Secure HomeWatch is fully accredited by the National Home Watch Association and can provide all documentation and proof for your peace of mind.

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Exciting news from the Founder and Executive Director of HomeWatch! AG Secure HomeWatch in Barrie and Tottenham has earned our accreditation from the National Home Watch Association for the SECOND year! https://www.linkedin.com//ag-secure-homewatch-barrie-totte

AG Secure HomeWatch wants to say THANK YOU! We are excited to be nominated in both the Barrie and Alliston Readers' Choice Awards! Voting is open until September 27 and we would love your support.... ALLISTON: www.simcoe.com/readerschoice-a/business/ag-secure-homewatch BARRIE: www.simcoe.com/readerschoice-b/business/ag-secure-homewatch

No one was hurt but a large fire at a home on Highway 10 in Caledon caused about $3 million in damage, said Caledon Fire Service. The large fire started in a vehicle that was in an attached garage on the property, said Deputy Chief Mark Wallace. https://www.caledonenterprise.com//10159478-massive-fire-/

Good news out of Southfields from the Caledon OPP! On Friday, August 28th, 2020, 2020 at approximately 3:42 a.m. officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a break and enter in progress at a new residential development located on Deer Ridge Trail in the Town of Caledon. Information was received that two suspects were entering homes that are under construction, and stealing various construction tools.... The officers responded and located the suspects in their vehicle. As a result of the investigation conducted by the unformed members, two parties were arrested and charged with the following offences: Curtis EMANUELE, 32, of Mississauga, has been charged with: - Break and enter a dwelling house commit indictable offence X eight counts; - Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000; - Theft over $5000; - Trespassing at night, and - Possession of an identity document. Pearl CROSS, 26, of Vaughan, stands charged with: - Break and enter a dwelling house commit indictable offence X eight counts; - Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000; - Theft over $5000, and - Trespassing at night. Both accused parties are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on November 12, 2020, to answer to the charges.

Lawyers, do you have clients dealing with an estate closing that need peace of mind for their property? Realtors, do you have properties that need inspections and monitoring between showings? AG Secure HomeWatch can help! Check out our services then give us a call at 249-888-9061... www.agsecurehomewatch.ca

Hot off the press .... just released from Caledon OPP detachment! CALEDON OPP INVESTIGATING 2 DAYTIME BREAK AND ENTERS IN VALLEYWOOD (CALEDON, ON) On Thursday, August 20, 2020, officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to a reported break and enter at a residence located on Pinebrook Circle in the Town of Caledon. ...Continue reading

Another storm is in the forecast for tonight, predicting heavy rain. Make sure you windows are closed before bed and keep an eye out for basement flooding. Having someone look after your home while away can ease these concerns that all is okay at the homefront. https://www.theweathernetwork.com//high-ale/ontario/barrie

Yep, that's a bat! We found this surprise visitor on one of our HomeWatch inspections. Bats can carry rabies and their droppings are a hazard to your health. Finding them quickly ... and getting them back outside ... is important for everyone's peace of mind!

Dealing with the loss of a loved one is overwhelming. Handling their estate adds to the burden. AG Secure HomeWatch is here to help give you peace of mind in these troubling times. Our certified HomeWatch professionals will monitor and inspect your property to reduce your stress level, travel time and more. Reach out for more information at 249-888-9061

Barrie - 28 Break and Enters reported in the last 30 days according to the city of Barrie Crime stats map. And these were all around the city. Do you ever get that feeling when driving home from vacation and your stomach gets a little tight, just because you want to see your house is safe? This map may just confirm you have good reason to have that nervous feeling. You can go check out your neighborhood on the below link. ... One advantage for our clients as they know we are checking on the home and providing updates, as well as directly responding to issues. Weather damage, water pipe issues, Furnace failures, or Break and Enters. https://www.barriepolice.ca/newsroom/barrie-crime-map/ For more info on our services go to www.agsecure.ca

It has been a different, and difficult year for us all. If you have a property that you can't get to regularly, check the National Home Watch Association's website to find a Home Watch Professional in that area to help. When the border does open, make sure you have someone here to watch over your home during the cold season. https://www.winknews.com//travel-restrictions-are-preven/