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Water Softener Care: Essential Knowledge for Minnesota Homeowners
When you're preparing for a vacation or extended time away from your Minnesota home, you've got a mental checklist: adjust the thermostat, stop the mail, arrange for snow removal. But have you thought about your water softener? Recently, Tamara from Snowy Owl Home Watch took a deep dive into this often-overlooked aspect of home care. She met with a local water treatment technician to understand the unique challenges Minnesota homes face with water softeners and we learned a

Ana Cantell
Oct 303 min read
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Growing Together: Expanding Our Minnesota Home Watch Collaborative
Who We Are We’re a network of independently women-owned, certified Home Watch businesses working together to elevate the standard of care for Minnesota homeowners. Our collaborative meets monthly  to exchange ideas, discuss best practices, and share insights on everything from seasonal maintenance challenges to the latest tools for protecting homes while clients are away. Why Collaboration Matters By working together, we strengthen not just our individual businesses, but the
acantell
Oct 171 min read
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Welcome to the Collab: Hawk Home Watcher Joins MN Home Watch
We're excited to announce that Hawk Home Watcher  has joined the MN Home Watch Collab ! Led by owner Cindy Armatys, this Lake Elmo-based company brings exceptional care and expertise to homeowners in Stillwater, Dellwood, Afton, Lake Elmo, and Woodbury. We're especially thrilled to welcome another women-owned business  to our collaborative, further strengthening our commitment to providing trusted, professional home watch services across Minnesota. The Story Behind Hawk Home
acantell
Oct 12 min read
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Understanding Minnesota's Unique Home Challenges: From Frozen Pipes to Storm Damage
Living in Minnesota means enjoying beautiful seasons, great outdoor activities, and that famous "Minnesota Nice" culture. But let's be...
acantell
Aug 304 min read
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Preventing Ice Dams While You’re Away: A Snowbird’s Guide
Winter travel is a dream—warm breezes, sandy beaches, and an escape from shoveling snow. But while you're soaking up the sun, your home...
acantell
Feb 132 min read
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Snowy Owl Home Watch Featured on WCCO Radio!
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news: The Minnesota Home Watch Collaborative's, Snowy Owl Home Watch  was recently featured on WCCO...
acantell
Jan 51 min read
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Home Watch in the North: Reflections on a Growing but Misunderstood Service
When I first ventured into the Home Watch industry, I quickly learned that it’s a well-known and widely embraced service in southern...
acantell
Dec 12, 20243 min read
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