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Welcome to the HouseSit Match Blog
Our blogs are stories shared by our housesitting team, and members who have benefited from the affordable travel, home and pet care made possible through our membership network. We hope you enjoy the blogs. Please take a moment to leave your feedback.
Radon testing – How to test your home
If you are a homeowner or if you rent one it is important that you do radon testing. It may not have occurred to you, perhaps you thought that a full survey on purchase of the property is sufficient. Think…
‘Grey gap year’ – House sitting over 50
We are often asked at HouseSit Match what are the chances of being selected as house sitters if your house sitting over 50, some even declare they are trying a grey gap year! We always say the chances of securing…
Pet friendly garden design – 8 Top Tips
Many homeowners like to create their own garden once they have settled and understand the lie of the land. If you have pets there are extra considerations of course. And knowing how to landscape a pet friendly garden design is…
What are the best essential oils for respiratory health
If you suffer from respiratory health issues you will doubtless be under the supervision of a doctor and taking medication. One of the secrets that housesitters know is that sometimes you can benefit from using essential oils especially while you…
Plan the best dog birthday party
Petowners sometimes mark a pet’s birthday and sometimes not. With dogs most of us have more interactive relationships and some people love to organise a dog birthday party especially when your puppy is young. So here are some top tips…
Prevent home water damage – 4 Great Tips
If you own property in a wet climate or a location that has wet seasons you need to be aware of water damage. Every homeowner needs to manage their property, drains and the flow of water around and away from…
Invest in quality furniture – 7 Reason why
If you are furnishing a home, either as a first time homeowner or simply for a refresh consider investing in quality furniture. The benefits of well-designed robust furniture for your home will have many long term benefits, either for your…
Pre holiday checklist – 6 Top household items
When holidays come round each year it can take you by surprise or you can prepare ahead with a pre holiday checklist. Alongside your summer holiday packing list these are the most important actions you need to take before leaving.…
Top Tips: Animal Trainer Explains – Why home pet-sitting
Home pet-sitting – a popular alternative to kennels Sheila Hamilton Andrews is a firm believer in home pet-sitting as a pet owner and a clinical animal behaviourist. In this article she tells us how a lifetime of pet care and…