HomeCare Tips — Agentic Hawaiʻi

Zone 01

Climate and Core Appliances

Indoor humidity is held below 60 percent, and every appliance is confirmed to be operating normally.

HVAC System

Check

Confirm the thermostat is active and reading accurately.
Confirm the setting: 78°F, or Dehumidify mode targeting 55 percent relative humidity.
Record indoor humidity with a calibrated hygrometer.
Inspect registers and surrounding drywall for condensation or mold spotting.

Action

Inspect the indoor air filter. Replace it if visibly dusty.
Inspect the outdoor condenser coil for salt crust or debris. Confirm the fan runs smoothly.
Confirm the condensate drain line is flowing freely while the system runs.
Confirm the secondary drain pan is dry. Standing water is reported the same day.

Refrigerator and Freezer

Check

Confirm the refrigerator holds 37–38°F and the freezer holds 0°F.
Inspect door gaskets for a tight seal and for mildew spotting.
Note any clumped or fused ice, which signals a power interruption. Report it to the owner.

Action

Clean gaskets or interior surfaces with a mildew cleaner as needed.
Keep the ice maker off for the duration of the vacancy.

Stove and Oven

Check

Inspect the cooktop, control knobs, and stainless surfaces for salt film or rust.

Action

Wipe all surfaces with a damp microfiber cloth, then dry them.
Operate each burner and the oven briefly to confirm normal ignition or heating. Never leave a burner unattended.

Dishwasher

Check

Inspect the sump. Clean standing water is normal on many models. Report water that is cloudy or odorous.

Action

Run a short Rinse or Quick cycle to keep seals supple and refresh the sink drain trap.

Water Heater

Check

Inspect the tank, top connections, relief valve, and drain pan for moisture or green corrosion.
Confirm the thermostat is set to at least 120°F to limit bacterial growth.
Note whether the home has a thermal expansion tank.

Action

Run hot water at the highest-flow fixture for 10 minutes to turn over the tank volume.

Fixture use does not remove tank sediment. Sediment is removed by the annual drain flush.

Zone 02

Plumbing and Drain Traps

Every drain trap is refilled each visit, and every fixture is checked for silent leaks.

Zone 03

Interior Envelope and Safety

The home is confirmed to be sealed, dry, pest-free, and electrically sound.

Zone 04

Exterior

The exterior is walked each visit, with added attention after heavy rain or high wind.

Grounds and Systems

Roof and gutters: inspect from the ground; confirm downspouts drain away from the foundation.
Irrigation: confirm the schedule runs; look for broken heads or pooling.
Hose bibs: confirm each is fully closed and not dripping.
Grounds: note fallen branches, overgrowth against the structure, or signs of entry.
Pool or water features, if present: confirm the pump runs and the water is clear.

Hurricane Season · June 1 to November 30

Confirm shutters or panels are accessible and outdoor furniture can be secured.
Confirm the owner's storm instructions are on file.

Zone 05

Vehicle Care

A garaged vehicle should follow the static protocol by default, and be driven only with written owner authorization and confirmed coverage.

At IntakeOnce

Record make, model, year, and powertrain: gas, diesel, hybrid, or electric.
Obtain written owner authorization before the vehicle is driven.
Confirm insurance coverage for anyone driving the vehicle on public roads.
Record door-placard tire pressures and the starting odometer reading.
Gas and diesel: confirm whether fuel stabilizer has been added.
Electric: set the charge limit to 50–80 percent.
Place clean cardboard under the engine, transmission, and differential.
Place cabin dehumidifiers in spill-proof containers.

Every Visit · Static Protocol

Do not start an engine that cannot be driven to full temperature. Short idling adds moisture and acid to the oil.
Confirm the battery maintainer shows a healthy status. Red or amber blinking signals a fault.
Electric: confirm the vehicle is charging and holding its set limit.
Inspect the leak-mapping cardboard for fresh drips.
Open the hood and trunk. Check for chewed wiring, droppings, or nesting.
Inspect the cabin for odor or mildew. Confirm dehumidifiers are not saturated.
Check tire pressures and note any dashboard warnings.
On a level stall, roll the vehicle about 3 feet, then re-set the parking brake.

Leak colors: black or brown is oil. Pink, green, or blue is coolant. Red is transmission fluid. Clear to amber is brake fluid. Clear water is normal air conditioning condensation.

Powertrain Matrix

	Gas · Diesel · Hybrid	Electric
Battery	12-volt battery on a smart maintainer. Without one, it can fail within weeks.	Plugged in, charge held at 50–80 percent. Never stored at 0 or 100 percent.
Fluids	Oil, coolant, transmission, and brake fluid.	Coolant and brake fluid.
Brakes	Flash rust forms quickly in marine air.	Higher corrosion risk. Regenerative braking leaves the rotors little use.

Older Vehicles · Before 2015If applicable

Inspect belts and hoses for cracking or weeping.
Inspect tire sidewalls for dry-rot cracking.
Carbureted: fuel evaporates and can leave varnish. Follow the owner's fuel storage plan.

When Driving Is AuthorizedWhen authorized

Reset any storage tire pressure to the door placard before driving.
Drive 20–30 minutes, until the temperature gauge holds steady for 10 minutes.
Run the air conditioning on maximum for the first 5 minutes.
In a safe area, make 2–3 firm stops from 25 mph to clear rotor rust.
Check fluid levels visually after the drive. Never open a hot coolant cap.
Return the vehicle to its maintainer or charger, windows closed.
Log mileage and route.

Storage tire pressure: about 3 PSI over the placard resists flat spots. Never exceed the sidewall maximum.

Zone 06

Documentation and Reporting

A written visit report should reach the owner within 24 hours of each visit.

Every Visit

Photograph thermostat, hygrometer, refrigerator, and freezer readings.
Photograph the water heater pan and the HVAC drain pan.
Photograph every finding, before and after action.
Record arrival and departure times, and vehicle mileage if driven.
Flag any item requiring the owner's decision or a licensed trade.

Urgent findings, such as an active leak, water in a drain pan, or a security issue, should be reported to the owner by phone the same day.

Bi-Weekly Home Care Protocols

Built for island conditions.

Humidity

Salt Air

The numbers to hold.

Every visit, zone by zone.

Climate and Core Appliances

HVAC System

Refrigerator and Freezer

Stove and Oven

Dishwasher

Water Heater

Plumbing and Drain Traps

Toilets

Sinks, Showers, and Tubs

Floor Drains and Laundry

Interior Envelope and Safety

Doors, Windows, and Lanai

Mold Sweep

Pests

Electrical and Safety

Exterior

Grounds and Systems

Hurricane Season · June 1 to November 30

Vehicle Care

At IntakeOnce

Every Visit · Static Protocol

Powertrain Matrix

Older Vehicles · Before 2015If applicable

When Driving Is AuthorizedWhen authorized

Documentation and Reporting

Every Visit

Beyond the bi-weekly cycle.