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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.
Tankless water dispenser for home – Tips
Increasingly new homes are built with compact dimensions. When looking at new homes, especially in an urban location, a tankless water dispenser will help you manage your precious internal space. Homeowners today know the restrictions this brings when you are…
Create a wildlife friendly garden – Vets tips
Many people who buy a property with garden for the first time begin to think about the land. In this article we offer homeowners some top vet’s tips about how to create a wildlife friendly garden. These simple steps will…
Adopting a guinea pig? Buy guinea pig cage liners
Many families like to start pet ownership with a small pet like a guinea pig. If as a new pet owner you are also thinking along these lines, you need to prepare. That preparation includes buying equipment and supplies, and…
Ease dog separation anxiety – Top Tips
Every petowner will likely find it difficult to leave their pet when they travel for the first time. And some pets, especially dogs, suffer more than others. There are ways to help ease dog separation anxiety. Here are our top…
5 Packing tips for moving house
Most people move house several times in a lifetime. As a first time homeowner you may not have much experience. In this article we offer you 5 packing tips for moving house that will keep everything safe and secure. 5…
How to conduct a roof maintenance check- Tips
If you own a property you have a responsibility to conduct regular checks for preservation. As a homeowner you have a very personal investment in your property. The investment is usually significant financially and personally. In this article we offer…
Artificial grass at home – 6 Decor tips
sesy uniquel m Some homeowners are adventurous in their styles of decor. Others are more conservative. And depending on your location, culture and climate you may be open to new home style ideas indoors and outdoors. You may have rooms…
Prepare for a home inspection before selling a house
As any homeowner will tell you selling a house can be a stressful affair. There is so much to do in preparation. Not least is knowing how to prepare for a home inspection before the house is up for sale.…
Cycling and housesitting around the world
Eric is a software engineer and latterly a digital nomad. More importantly he’s a very keen cyclist, and a housesitter with Housesitmatch. He has spent years travelling, cycling and housesitting around the world. Here are glimpses from some of his…