The Benefits of Accreditation
National Home Watch Association Accreditation
Discover how accreditation elevates our home watch business and provides you peace of mind.
Why iGuard is an Accredited Home Watch Business
NHWA Accreditation demonstrates iGuard Home Watch’s commitment to professionalism and excellence. As a member of the National Home Watch Association, we have invested in the value of our services through our accreditation which requires criminal background checks of the owner, proper business licensing, and insurance and bond for our clients’ protection. We have access to industry standards based on the membership of over 600 other home watch businesses sharing experiences and best practices.
Peace of Mind for Clients
Why Accreditation Should Matter To You
Choosing a home watch service accredited by the National Home Watch Association (NHWA) ensures that clients receive the highest standard of care. Accredited businesses adhere to strict guidelines, providing clients with peace of mind knowing their property is in trustworthy hands. The NHWA accreditation signifies a commitment to professionalism, reliability, and security, offering clients assurance that their home is being monitored by a qualified and dedicated team.
Additionally, you benefit from the comprehensive training and resources that a NHWA accredited businesses receives enhancing the quality of services provided. This accreditation also guarantees that the business is insured and bonded, adding an extra layer of protection for the client’s property. Overall, NHWA accreditation is a mark of excellence that you can trust.
Benefits of Hiring an Accredited Home Watch Service
- An NHWA Accredited Home Watch service’s regular visits to your property may prevent or lessen property damage.
- An Accredited Home Watch service will create a presence in your home which may deter squatters and other intruders.
- Accredited Home Watch inspectors will look for leaks, insect infestations, mold and other potential threats.
- An Accredited Home Watch service will deliver consistent an accurate information to you during your absence.
- An Accredited Home Watch service can make arrangements for work to be done in your absence, leaving you to do what you wish once you return.
- An NHWA Accredited Home Watch service can act as your liaison between contractors, associations, and virtually anyone that you authorize them to.
- An Accredited Home Watch service will implement your storm plan.
- Homes controlled by an HOA/POA have bylaws that dictate how their exterior and ground are to be maintained. An Accredited Home Watch service will make itself aware of these rules and make sure that your home is kept within guidelines. They will address any problems with landscapers and lawn services.
- For condo owners, while an HOA/POA is responsible for common grounds and common areas, you are responsible for everything from the “studs in”. Problems in an upstairs unit can create major damage to the unit below. Common pipes in common walls are also notorious for causing problems to multiple units. An Accredited Home Watch service can discover issues prior to your return.
- An Accredited Home Watch service will give you peace of mind, knowing that your home is being looked after by professionals who have your best interests in mind.
Reprinted with the permission of the National Home Watch Association.
Mission Statement
It is the mission and goal of the National Home Watch Association to establish and maintain the highest set of standards and ethics for all Home Watch companies in the United States of America and Canada;
To establish and maintain trust and confidence between homeowners and Home Watch professionals;
To protect the public from uninsured, unbonded and unethical individuals who represent themselves as Home Watch professionals;
To promote public awareness of the Home Watch Industry;
And
To ensure that only companies who represent the highest levels of professionalism are accredited as members of the National Home Watch Association.
Reprinted with the permission of the National Home Watch Association.

