When something needs fixing, Yanis finds the right tradesperson, gets a fair quote, supervises the work on site and checks it before anyone gets paid. You approve everything from abroad.
You tell Yanis what needs doing, or he spots it on a monthly visit, and he handles it from there, anywhere in Athens and Attica.
Leaks, pipes, taps, toilets and water heaters.
Sockets, breakers, lighting, wiring and appliances.
Filters, annual service, gas checks and new units.
Prevention, treatments and fumigation.
Balcony and roof drains, blocked pipes, storm prep.
Repainting, touch-ups, wall repairs and damp treatment.
Lock changes, keys, door hardware and intercoms.
Chimney sweeping, servicing and flue checks.
Doors, windows, shutters, tiles and waterproofing.
Quoted first, only when needed. Maintenance is a member service. Contractor invoices are passed on at cost with no markup, and Yanis's coordination fee is agreed before work starts.
A plumber is easy to find when you live nearby. From Melbourne, Toronto, London or New York, every small job turns into a project: who to call, whether the quote is fair, who checks the work, and what happens when it's done badly.
No local network means guesswork and wasted holiday days.
Explaining a technical problem remotely, in Greek, is hard.
Without local pricing knowledge, it's easy to overpay.
Bad work goes unnoticed until your next visit.
You report it, or Yanis finds it on a monthly visit. He sends you photos and a clear description on WhatsApp.
Yanis briefs the right tradespeople and gets quotes, several for bigger jobs, with a clear cost breakdown and his recommendation.
Nothing goes ahead without your written approval of scope and cost.
Yanis is there while the work is done. No contractor ever has unsupervised access to your home.
He inspects the result before the contractor leaves, then sends you photos, invoices and receipts.
Anyone can find a plumber in Athens. The hard part is knowing the quote is fair, the work is done properly and the invoice matches what was agreed.
Yanis personally supervises every job, checks it before sign-off and handles payment for you. His tradespeople are vetted through years of Athens renovation work; no open marketplaces, no sponsored referrals.
Contractors never have unsupervised access to your home.
Anything below the agreed standard is fixed before sign-off.
Photos, contractor invoices and receipts for every job.
Contractor costs at cost. The coordination fee is agreed upfront.
Yanis comes from hands-on renovation in Athens. He has managed refurbishments, dealt with structural issues and supervised every kind of residential trade.
So when a contractor suggests a shortcut, he knows. When a quote looks inflated, he can tell you why. More about Yanis →
Having Yanis look after our holiday home in Athens has changed how we experience it. No more stress, no more holiday time spent fixing things, no more waiting for contractors who don't show up, and someone who can check it after storms or if anything happens. I can't imagine why anyone who owns a holiday home in Athens wouldn't choose this service!
Home Watch Athens, Founder Yanis takes personal commitment to the next level. Trustworthy, Attention to detail, and goes way beyond for every aspect. Highly recommended for anyone who has a second home in Athens.
Maintenance is available only to Home Watch Athens members. Your membership covers one home visit a month, where many repairs are first spotted; each job is quoted on top, only when needed. Members can also add bills & admin.
Tell Yanis where your home is and what it needs. He replies to every application within 24 hours, and if it's a good match, he'll arrange a brief intro call.
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Apply for MembershipClear answers for homeowners managing maintenance from abroad
Independent coordination and follow-up on works at your property.
Maintenance and technical oversight means acting as your local point of contact to coordinate, monitor, and follow up on maintenance and repair works while you are living abroad.
No. We coordinate and oversee trusted professionals.
We do not personally perform technical works. Instead, we coordinate qualified plumbers, electricians, technicians, and contractors and oversee their work on your behalf. (We use the same people Yanis used to renovate his home and his Airbnb in Athens).
A trusted network built through experience from work done on our own properties.
We work with a small, carefully selected group of professionals based on reliability and past experience. No work is coordinated without your knowledge or approval.
Clear communication at every stage.
You are informed before work begins, updated when needed, and notified once work is completed. Photos and summaries are provided where appropriate.
Yes, for small to mid-scale projects.
We can oversee renovation or improvement works by coordinating access, monitoring progress, and ensuring agreed standards are followed while you are abroad.
You’re informed first, then we act with approval.
If an urgent issue arises, we notify you immediately, explain the situation clearly, and coordinate next steps only with your approval, unless otherwise agreed.
Overseas owners who need a reliable local point of contact.
This service is ideal for homeowners living abroad who want confidence that maintenance and technical matters are handled responsibly and transparently.
