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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.
How to troubleshoot a lawnmower
Whether you’re a homeowner who tends their lawn and garden or a housesitter, tomato sitting for a week read this blog. In this article we offer you top tips and tricks on how to troubleshoot a lawnmower when your lawn…
How to manage pet illness on a housesit
Through Lamia Walker, the owner and passionate founder of HouseSitMatch, we happily accepted a pet sitting assignment from a pet owner in Budapest, Hungary. This is the story of how we were faced with a difficult situation – how to…
Home care vs Nursing homes vs Sitters
As we get older we have to consider the issue of who will care for us, what home care do we need. We’ve been responsible homeowners and independent our whole lives but what happens as we get older and inevitably…
Make moving home less stressful – Here’s how
Moving day can fill most homeowners with sheer fear and dread. Moving home can be a very challenging time. In this article we show you how with a few simple steps we make moving home less stressful. Read on to…
Open plan living – Create the look
Do you yearn for clean lines and open plan living? If you are one of these homeowners then you need to read this blog. Read on to learn just how you can create the look in your own home. Like…
Most common roof problems, and fixes
If you ‘re a property or homeowner and you are responsible for the roof maintenance read this blog. In this article we share the most common roof problems and their fixes to help you keep on top of any likely…
Expats living in Asia – Best locations
If you are considering moving abroad to live it is good to get some references for the country where you are moving. Researching locations to live is essential before you make the commitment, whether it is for work or to…
Selling your home tips – Top 10
Most homeowners move house from time to time, and likely you will be the same. Before you get started check out these selling your home tips. Reading and paying attention to these suggestions will help you make the most of…
Roofcare essentials to be aware of
House owners often neglect the roof of their home. However, as a homeowner you are usually the one who is responsible for roof maintenance. So check out these roofcare essentials to ensure you are on top of the maintenance routines…