Deck Make Over

Check Out Our Deck Make Over!

Our replacement of an old worn out deck with modern composite deck materials not only looks Great!  It will save our client money over the life of the deck without having to restain the deck boards and railings every 3 years.  If you have an old deck that needs a facelift contact Casa Watchers at:  Info@casawatchers.com

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H.V.A.C. Air Filters

Remember to change your H.V.A.C. air filter(s) at least four times a year.  Kick the New Year off right and change your air filter(s).  Here is a picture of a dirty air filter that hasn't been changed in at least 9 months.  Yuck!  Nobody wants to breathe that.  Not to mention it makes the air handler motor on your H.V.A.C. system work harder and shorten it's life.  If you have pets in your house you should change your filter(s) more frequently.

What temperature should an empty house be left at in the winter?

In Central Texas the temperature can dip into the teens occasionally.  One day it can be 70 degrees and then the next night it will be below freezing.  I would recommend not to set your thermostat lower than 55 degrees.   60 degrees seems to be a good temperature if you have lots of wood and art work in your home. Remember never turn the heat completely off. 

Don't Forget to Winterize

Our neighbors in the Northern part of the country have been experiencing some snow and freezing temperatures already.  Around the Lake Travis  area we get to enjoy sunny 80 degree plus days still.  However, our temperatures have occasionally dipped into the forties and mid thirties for several hours at night.   Not enough to cause any damage to watercraft, hose spigots or your lawn irrigation system yet.  This is mother natures friendly reminder to put on those insulated hose spigot covers and winterize the watercraft and lawn irrigation system.  Don't wait till the forecast predicts freezing weather and hope the boat mechanic has times to get out to your dock to winterize your boat.  Chances are he's already booked winterizing everyone else's watercraft that didn't plan ahead.   Some of you are thinking it won't get as cold as it did last year and will opt not to winterize your boat.  This will make you think twice.  I spoke with an Owner of a local boat dealership / service center and he indicate they had at least 15 boats with cracked engine blocks this last winter.  Those repairs ranged from 3-7 thousand dollars each.

If you're not sure what needs winterizing or need help winterizing contact Casa Watchers:  (888) 619-2272 or e-mail us at Info@casawatchers.com

Lago Vista's fourth National Night Out

The Lago Vista Police Department has invited all area residents to Lago Vista's fourth National Night Out and Open House, Wednesday, Oct. 5, 2011, 4:00pm - 7:00pm, at the new LVPD Headquarters. For more information  Click Here

Meet Our New Property Manager

Sharlayne L. Maloney - Property Manager

Sharlayne is a versatile and valuable member of Casa Watchers as she brings more than 25 years of experience including interior design/decorating, staging, home decor visual display, merchandising and personal shopping. Additionally, she has been a real estate agent for the past seven years.

As a Property Manager for Casa Watchers, Sharlayne finds great satisfaction in helping others more thoroughly enjoy their time at their "home away from home"! She recalls having four small children and a weekend home and how much she would have appreciated the types of services Casa Watchers offers! Sharlayne looks forward to using her background, knowledge and creativity to provide you with valuable and impeccable service.

Education/Certification

State of Texas licensed Real Estate Agent

State of Illinois licensed Real Estate Agent

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion Design and Marketing
American Intercontinental University, Atlanta, Georgia

Associate Degree in Fashion Design

Miami-Dade Community College, Miami, Florida

Click the link to see the rest of the Casa Watchers team:Casa Watchers Team

Water Heaters

Hot water heaters tend to be reliable, but they do wear out (life expectancy is typically 10-15 years) It's a good idea to periodically  check around the base of your water heater for evidence of leaks. If your water heater is over 6 years old, it should be checked monthly for any leakage or rusting at the bottom. If water leakage or rust is found, the water heater should be replaced.   This can prevent costly water damage caused by water heater failures.