Before you call

Questions, answered.

The things people ask before the first consultation. Anything not covered here? Call or text, and you will get a straight answer.

01

What does it cost?

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It depends on the project. We will review what you need and quote from there. Work is billed hourly, by the job, or on a monthly retainer, and you get the rate in writing before anyone starts.

The consultation is free.

02

Is the consultation really free?

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Yes. Consultations are on site or by phone and run 15 to 30 minutes depending on the household.

03

Where do you work?

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San Diego County and the Coachella Valley: San Diego, La Jolla, Del Mar, Solana Beach, Cardiff, Encinitas, Leucadia, Carlsbad, Carmel Valley, Rancho Santa Fe, Coronado, Point Loma, Mission Hills, and the coastal communities between. In the desert: Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, La Quinta, Indian Wells. Not on the list? Ask. We travel for standing clients.

04

How does the retainer work?

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Retainers are set monthly with an agreed number of hours, and you get a weekly summary of what was done and what comes next.

05

What if I need something the same day?

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Same-day requests are accommodated when the schedule allows, at a rush rate. Standing clients get priority. The more notice, the better the odds.

06

What is your cancellation policy?

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Cancel at least 24 hours ahead and there is no charge. Inside 24 hours, the scheduled time is billed. For retainer clients, it draws from that month's hours.

07

How do I pay?

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Credit card, check, or cash. Invoices are sent through a secure portal. Retainers are billed at the start of each month.

08

Can I request an NDA?

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Yes, on request. Discretion is standard regardless. The team does not discuss clients, homes, or households.

09

Do you hold keys?

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Yes. We hold keys and codes for standing clients, and for second homes under Aurora HomeWatch. Access is logged, stored securely, and returned or reset when service ends.

10

Is there anything you won't do?

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We are not a licensed contractor, medical caregiver, or childcare provider. Our new mom work is setup and logistics, not care of the child. We coordinate and supervise trades rather than perform licensed work ourselves, and we will tell you plainly when something needs a licensed professional instead.

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