A storm hits the Riviera, the building manager calls about a leak, a neighbour smells burning. For members, Yanis gets to the home, checks what has happened, contains what he can, documents everything with photos and coordinates the repair - with your approval.
A free 15-minute Zoom with Yanis. No pressure.In Athens, most emergencies start small: a blocked balcony drain in a flash flood, a slow leak into the flat below, a tripped fuse that switches off the fridge. Left for days, they turn into ruined ceilings, floors and insurance claims.
Owners abroad face the same obstacles every time - nobody on site, a building manager who calls in Greek, a plumber who needs someone to let him in, and no way to see what has actually happened.
Heavy rain overwhelms balcony and roof drains, and water finds its way indoors.
Shared pipes in older buildings mean a leak can reach neighbours within hours.
Power cuts, smoke and ash affect homes even when flames never reach them.
Even moderate tremors can crack plaster, tiles and pipes in ways nobody notices from outside.
A forced door or window needs securing, reporting and repairing fast.
One person in Athens who already has your keys and knows your home.
Yanis gets to your home, assesses what has happened and sends you photos and a clear summary on WhatsApp.
For urgent issues such as active leaks or security concerns, he takes containment steps right away - shutting off water or power, clearing drains, securing doors and windows.
Dated photos and a written record of what happened and what was done. We coordinate with your insurer and can be on site for the assessor.
Bills, admin & building representationVetted local trades, quoted first, supervised on site and approved by you before work begins.
Maintenance & contractor oversightYanis Zisis spent 15 years as an overseas property owner in London. He knows what it feels like to own a home in Athens you rarely see, so he built the service he could never find.
He is the sole keyholder for every member home, so when something happens there is no hunting for keys or explaining your home to a stranger.
One person. Direct WhatsApp access. Always the same person who was there last time.
Your keys stay with one trusted person. No subcontractors, no third-party access without your approval.
Timestamped photo reports after every visit. You see exactly what was checked.
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Members can ask for an extra visit after severe weather, and before a forecast storm Yanis can clear balcony and terrace drains on request.
Your regular monthly visit already includes balcony and terrace drain leaf removal - the most common way storm water gets indoors - plus a leak, moisture and odour check. See the full property check.
Drains cleared and outdoor items secured on request.
An extra visit to check for water entry, leaks and damage, with photos.
Drain leaf removal and a leak, moisture and odour check on every regular visit.
From €70/month incl. 24% Greek Tax · billed monthly · cancel anytime
One monthly visit and the admin in between. Anything else your home needs is quoted separately, and nothing goes ahead without your approval.
Communication and emails with third parties on your behalf - your building management company, your developer and other contractors.
Emergency checks are for Home Watch Athens members, so Yanis already holds your keys and knows your home.
Tell him what has happened - or he contacts you first if a neighbour or the building manager reports something.
Yanis goes to the home, takes urgent containment steps and sends you photos and a summary.
You receive a quote for any repair. Nothing goes ahead until you approve it.
Emergency checks are available to Home Watch Athens members. Yanis already holds your keys, knows your home and has a photo record of its condition, which is what makes a fast, useful response possible.
Yanis is based in Athens and can often respond the same day. Timing depends on where your home is, traffic and conditions after a major event, and he keeps you updated on WhatsApp throughout.
Emergency and out-of-hours visits are not part of the monthly membership and are quoted separately. Repairs are always quoted and approved by you before work begins.
Yes, as coordination. We provide dated photos and a written record of what happened, liaise with your insurer and can be on site when the assessor visits. We are not insurance brokers and do not make policy decisions.
Message Yanis on WhatsApp straight away with whatever details you have. He will go to the home, check what has happened and send you photos, and can speak to the neighbour or building manager in Greek on your behalf.
Yes. Members can request an extra visit after severe weather or an earthquake to check for water entry, leaks and visible damage, with a photo report on WhatsApp.
We cover Athens and the wider Attica region, including central Athens, the Athens Riviera (Faliro, Elliniko, Glyfada, Voula, Vouliagmeni, Varkiza) and the northern suburbs (Kifisia, Ekali, Psychiko, Filothei, Marousi, Chalandri, Nea Erithrea). If your home is elsewhere in Attica, get in touch to check availability.
Emergency checks are for members. Tell Yanis about your home and set it up now - from €70/month incl. 24% Greek Tax, billed monthly, cancel anytime.
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