House Sitter in Byron, Georgia

• Take and write down specific instructions from home owners about handling the house in their absence • Ascertain appropriate lockdown services at the end of the day by securing windows and doors • Perform light cleaning and maintenance activities such as sweeping and mopping and changing bulbs • Handle light grounds keeping duties including mowing and watering • Tend to indoor plants by watering them upon instructions provided and moving them in and out of sunlight • Set up alarm and security systems and monitor footage to determine if any nefarious activity is being carried out • Pay utility bills upon home owners’ instructions and ensure that any important mail is forwarded to them • Answer telephones and doorbells and provide information regarding homeowners’ whereabouts and return, keeping confidentiality in mind • Feed, groom and bathe house pets and take them to veterinary doctors for their vaccinations • Change linens prior to the return of homeowners and ensure that laundry is handled on time • Cook food (for self) and for homeowners on the day that they are due to return • Ascertain that all kitchen and household appliances are in good working order and oversee / perform maintenance and repair work • Make pets familiar with self by showing empathy • Perform grooming duties such as bathing and combing • Ensure that pets are fed and given water with proper intervals • Make sure that pets are walked several times a day to take care of their personal needs • Take instructions from pet owners regarding exercise needs and ensure that they are carried out • Accompany pets to veterinary doctor’s appointments for vaccinations • Clean litter boxes and ensure that they refilled properly • Dispense and administer medication when instructed by pet owner • Feed fish and ensure that aquariums are cleaned and refilled • Play with pets such as cats, dogs and rabbits to ensure that they have a feeling of companionship • Ensure that pets are free of lice • Observe pets for behavior issues and report them immediately • Make sure that pet owners know of any suspected diseases or conditions that the pet may be going through • Clean up paw prints on carpets or floors • Shop for pet food in accordance to the pets’ personal choices • Provide training to puppies and kittens Per owner request