Owning a second home in Paris offers Paris lovers the opportunity to invest in real estate while enjoying one of the world’s most beautiful cities.
However, for international, non-resident owners, maintaining a property from abroad requires reliable local assistance offering high-quality services.
An apartment left unoccupied for several months cannot remain closed until the next visit and must be visited and maintained regularly.
For the owner’s peace of mind, it is essential to implement regular monitoring. This preserves both the property itself and the owner’s peace of mind.
Due to the age of the buildings, unoccupied Parisian apartments require constant vigilance. Indeed, unlike apartments in more recently constructed buildings in other international cities, older Parisian apartments require regular monitoring. This is true even for luxury buildings.
Here are a few examples of problems that can appear unexpectedly.
Water leaks are a classic issue, and blocked drains or faulty seals can sometimes cause damage to the apartment and even to neighboring properties.
If this happens, it’s essential to have someone on-site to act quickly and protect the property. You will then need to report the incident to your insurance company.
Managing a claim is covered in another blog post where we describe all the steps involved in a real-life case.
Heating breakdowns, especially when the boiler isn’t inspected annually (a legal requirement for your insurer), are another common problem.
It’s through preventative inspections that these problems can be detected before they worsen.
Regular inspections are therefore one of the most valuable services for homeowners living abroad. Contacting Real Estate Caretaking is the solution.
During these visits, we check the general condition of the property, including:
– Any visible leaks in your apartment,
– That the windows are closed,
– The boiler, if there is one,
We run the water in the sinks, washbasins, and toilets, and we ensure there are no unpleasant odors.
We ensure that no technical problem requires immediate intervention.
What about emergency management?
Managing emergencies, due to the time difference and distance, can be extremely complicated.
Let’s take a simple water leak as an example:
A water leak requires:
– Access to the apartment as quickly as possible,
– A plumber’s intervention to stop the leak,
– Coordination with neighbors or the building management company (if necessary) to access the source of the leak,
– Reporting the claim to the insurance company,
– Requesting quotes for repairs,
– The presence of a representative at expert assessment appointments,
– The intervention of tradespeople and monitoring of the repair work.
To ensure this situation is managed effectively, it is essential to have a trusted local representative experienced in handling claims. Real Estate Caretaking can act promptly on your behalf and prove to be a valuable representative.
Would you like to benefit from maintenance and upkeep services for your apartment and find it ready upon your arrival?
Our clients appreciate the comfort and luxury of returning to a welcoming apartment:
– Spotlessly clean,
– Well-ventilated,
– Heated or air-conditioned to the ideal temperature,
– Stocked with groceries,
What details demonstrate our commitment to making your stay as pleasant as possible?
They may seem like simple details, but they make all the difference:
– Prepared bedrooms,
– Bouquets of flowers,
– Fresh linens,
– Working Wi-Fi,
– Arranged transportation.
For frequent international travelers, this level of preparation transforms the apartment into a true extension of their home.
What about your renovation and maintenance plans?
In Paris, even small work requires good organization and a solid network of contacts for tradespeople. For non-resident owners, managing these projects remotely can be very complicated.
Over the years, Real Estate Caretaking has developed expertise in this area. Choosing our services guarantees you the security of experienced, high-quality service.
Once your project or needs are defined, we take care of:
– Preparing quotes
– Scheduling the work of the tradespeople
– Coordinating access
– Communicating and managing relationships with other co-owners
– Supervising and monitoring the quality of the work
– Final inspection
Entrusting your Parisian property to Real Estate Caretaking allows you to maintain it and preserve:
– Its market value,
– Its architectural qualities,
– Its excellent technical condition,
– And its long-term appeal.
In short, for an international client, buying a luxury apartment in Paris is certainly an investment in a lifestyle, but it is also building a valuable asset that must be maintained and preserved.
