WINTER 2026-27 • MARIN COUNTY

When the rain comes,
who checks on your
Marin home?

Documented property visits, weather-triggered checks and local follow-through for vacant and second homes across Marin.

ESTABLISH WINTER STEWARDSHIP →

STATE OF EMERGENCY

California declared Sept. 21, 2026 ahead
of the expected El Niño storms.

Read the announcement →

> 90%

chance of a very strong El Niño
this fall and winter (NOAA)

NOAA El Niño outlook →

73,000 SANDBAGS

Marin County preparedness
for winter 2026-27

ReadyMarin →

PROPERTY VISIT REPORT

You don’t just get a visit.
You get a record.

Every visit includes a clear, timestamped report with photos, observations and recommendation, so you always know the current condition of your property.

Dated photos (interior & exterior)
Key observations and any issues
Next steps and follow-up
Stored for your records

See sample report →

Water damage is often a
time problem.

A small roof leak, failed downspout, blocked drain or plumbing issue can cause significant damage when it goes unnoticed for weeks.

We help identify issues early when they are easier and less expensive to address.

A dated record with photos
can matter.

In the event of an insurance claim, documented photos and reports can be helpful in showing the condition of the property overtime.

Marindale does not determine coverage, but we maintain clear, dated visit, observation and action records.

Someone already knows
the house.

Before a storm we establish access, locate the water shutoff, understand your systems and preferences, and document a baseline.

So when something changes, we can report quickly and with context.

THE RIGHT LEVEL OF LOCAL INVOLVEMENT

Winter Stewardship – Options & Pricing

Winter Property Stewardship

$ 350 /month

For vacant, inherited or second homes
needing documented local oversight.

Two scheduled documented visits monthly

Timestamped Property Visit Reports

Agreed property brief and priorities

Interior & exterior visual observations

Prompt notifications & routine follow-through

SETUP WINTER STEWARDSHIP →

Priority response during business hours.
Emergency services and vendor costs are separate.

Documented Weather Visit

from $ 225 /visit

For unexpected issues that need attention and a trusted local presence on site.

A one-time visit following significant rain, wind or another event. Includes photos, observations and next steps.

REQUEST A VISIT →

Priority Issue Coordination is reserved for properties under ongoing Marindale Stewardship.

Transition Stewardship

from $ 650 /month

For properties that need a higher level of involvement during a period of transition.

Tailored visit schedule

Condition tracking and documentation

Vendor coordination

Priorities and next-step action plan

Routine communication and follow-up

DISCUSS OPTIONS →

Pricing depends on duration, visit frequency, vendor coordination, and complexity.

THE ONBOARDING PROCESS

Start with a short conversation

We understand the property and the goals.

First visit & property brief

Access; systems; priorities.

Ongoing visits & reporting

Scheduled visits and clear records

Follow through

We notify you and help coordinate next steps when needed

Local care,
from here.

Know who will check the house before you need to call them

Major rain or wind. An extended outage. A fallen limb. A drainage concern.
Or simply something about the property you want to check.