THE RAPPAHANNOCK RIVER COMPANY
Preserve the value of your custom home with a plan designed just for you
Discover our premium Residence Management service designed for those seeking to preserve their custom home for generations to come
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For those with a vision
Your custom home is among your most prized possessions. Why leave longevity, provenance, and heritage to chance? That’s why we created Residence Management, a premium service designed to make the process of maintaining your custom home as delightful as it should be. Benefit from a dedicated liaison, regular maintenance, and coordination of special projects needed to preserve your custom home for generations to come.
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A suite of concierge services, designed just for you
Learn more about how The Rappahannock River Company can help you maintain the home of your dreams
STEP 1
Initial Consultation
During our Initial Consultation, we will engage in an Introductory Call to learn more about your home site and schedule an initial Site Visit to outline a preliminary Proposal of Service.
STEP 2
Site Visit
Following our Initial Consultation, we will conduct a formal Site Visit to learn more about your home and better assess your unique needs, including the refinement of your Proposal of Service and any additional Ad Hoc services that may be desired.
STEP 3
Proposal of Service
Following our Site Visit, we will prepare a bespoke Proposal of Service designed just for your home, which will include a series of curated, re-occurring tasks and assignments designed to preserve and enhance the value of your custom home.
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A curated selection of service designed for all seasons
For the custom home owner who values quality and convenience, a selection of seasonal services designed just for you
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Each Spring, your dedicated Residence Manager will visit your home site to brush off the chill of winter to complete a series of seasonally appropriate tasks, including:
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) inspections
Window cleaning, gutter, and downspout inspection
Lawn and garden care, including mulching, pruning, and flower planting
Pool and spa opening, if necessary
Power wash exterior surface areas, including patios, decks, walkways, and driveways.
Deep clean of home interior, including floors, rugs, carpets, countertops, bathrooms, and more.
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During the Summer months, your home site comes to life as heat and humidity present unique challenges:
Pool and spa maintenance
Window and exterior cleaning
Pest control
Exterior paint inspection
lawn and garden upkeep, including fertilizing and irrigation system checks
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During the Fall, a change of seasons occurs and requires additional considerations including:
Gutter cleaning and downspout inspections
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning maintenance, including furnace check and air filter replacement
Fireplace and chimney inspection
Roof and attic inspection
Preparation of garden and lawn for winter
Winterizing outdoor plumbing systems, including draining of pipes and covering of outdoor fixtures
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During the chill of winter, a suite of services to maintain your custom home:
Snow removal from driveways, walkways, and roofs
Inspetion of insulation and drafts around windows and doors
Inspection of heating systems, including boilers and thermostats
Winterization of home
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A trusted network of design professionals
Design Concierge engages with a curated network of the very best design professionals throughout the Mid-Atlantic, including Residential Architects, Custom Home Builders, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects.
Magothy River Modern of Arnold, Maryland. Image courtesy of David Burroughs.
ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND · PARTNER NETWORK
Bohl Architects
Bohl Architects is a Residential Architecture Firm in Annapolis, Maryland
Natural Sanctuary of Chevy Chase, Maryland. Image courtesy of Michael Moran.
HYATTSVILLE, MARYLAND. · PARTNER NETWORK
CLINTON+RIES Landscape Architects
CLINTON+RIES Landscape Architects is a Landscape Architecture Firm in Hyattsville, Maryland
Kitchen of Richmond, Virginia Home. Image courtesy of Gordon Gregory.
RICHMOND, VIRGINIA · PARTNER NETWORK
Duet Design Studio
Duet Design Studio is an Interior Design Firm in Richmond, Virginia
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Frequently Asked Questions
Explore frequently asked questions about our Residence Management program
IS THERE A FEE FOR RESIDENCE MANAGEMENT?
Residence Management is a professional service that charges a simple $2,500 flat fee per site visit. Following our walk through, your Residence Manager additional fees may be incurred for design professionals and specialty trades whose services may be recommended by your Residence Manager and must be performed by a professional who is licensed, bonded, and insured.
WHAT SERVICES DOES MY RESIDENCE MANAGER RENDER DURING HER SITE VISITS?
Your dedicated Residence Manager is tasked with coordinating seasonal maintenance requests as part of your Proposal of Service, as well as providing clear documentation and field notes before, during, and after. Your dedicated Residence Manager may also be employed to research and facilitate in the creation of new projects, as per your request and specific needs.
WHO IS MY DEDICATED RESIDENCE MANAGER?
Your dedicated Residence Manager is a fully qualified affiliate of The Rappahannock River Company who is designed to serve as your primary point of contact for your custom home needs. All Residence Managers are vetted through a thorough interview and background check process to ensure expert levels of quality and service.
I AM GOING OUT OF TOWN AND NEED SOMEONE TO TAKE CARE OF THE HOME IN MY ABENSE. CAN MY RESIDENCE MANAGER HELP ME?
Of course. While additional fees may apply, Residence Managers are able to facilitate house sitting, home security, and emergency response during a temporary or prolonged absence from your home.
IS MY RESIDENCE MANAGER A LICENSED CONTRACTOR OR DESIGNER?
Your dedicated Residence Manager may be a licensed contractor, but does not necessarily have to be, as Residence Managers will not be responsible for conducting any work that would normally require licensure with your local municipality.
WHAT TYPE OF SUPPLIES DOES RESIDENCE MANAGER USE FOR SEASONAL SITE VISITS?
Unless required, Residence Managers always opt to use natural and chemical free materials for your home.
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Schedule Your Free Consultation
To learn more about Residence Management, send us a note to schedule your free, no-pressure consultation