Seasonal Home Opening & Closing

Tide & Timber opens and closes second and seasonal homes from Old Saybrook, CT to Newport, RI, so the house is checked and documented while you're away and ready when you return.

Closing for the Season

  • Systems on/off for close

  • Outdoor water features and seasonal shutoffs (hoses, outdoor shower, irrigation where present)

  • Doors, windows, and garage secured

  • Thermostat, heat, and cooling status

  • Sump pump and dehumidifier status

  • Coordination of landscapers and other relevant contractors

  • Written report with time- and date-stamped photos

Opening for the Season

  • Seasonal readiness walk-through

  • Systems on for open

  • Visible leaks, moisture, and odors checked

  • Coordination of landscapers and other relevant contractors, with scheduling and on-site access

  • Pre-arrival setup for your return, with a welcome-home tidy and refresh on request

In Between

Scheduled home watch keeps an eye on the house between opening and closing.

Getting ready for the season? See our seasonal checklists.

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