National Home Watch Association
NHWA Certified Home Watch
Blue Harbor Home Watch is a certified member of the National Home Watch Association — the only nationally recognized credential in the home watch industry. Background-checked, insured, and professionally trained.
Verify at nationalhomewatchassociation.orgWhat Certification Means
What NHWA Certification Requires
Background check required
Every NHWA-certified home watch professional must pass a criminal background check before certification is granted. Homeowners can trust that the person entering their property has been vetted.
Proof of insurance required
NHWA certification requires verified general liability insurance. Blue Harbor Home Watch carries full coverage, protecting homeowners in the event of any incident during a property visit.
Professional code of conduct
NHWA members agree to a strict code of ethics covering confidentiality, professionalism, and client communication. Violations can result in loss of certification.
Ongoing education
NHWA-certified professionals participate in continuing education covering industry best practices, Florida-specific property risks, hurricane preparedness, mold prevention, and more.
Industry accountability
The NHWA maintains a public directory of certified members. Homeowners can verify any member's certification status directly at nationalhomewatchassociation.org.
Why NHWA Certification Matters in Florida
Florida has no state licensing requirement for home watch companies. NHWA certification is the only way to verify a home watch professional has been properly vetted.
Home watch professionals have unsupervised access to your home, valuables, and security systems
Florida has no state licensing requirement for home watch — anyone can call themselves a home watch company
NHWA certification is the only nationally recognized credential in the home watch industry
Certified members are held to a professional standard that unaffiliated operators are not
Your homeowner's insurance may require professional monitoring for coverage during extended vacancies
Blue Harbor Home Watch — NHWA Certified
Blue Harbor Home Watch, founded and operated by John DeBlasiis in Naples, Florida, is a certified member of the National Home Watch Association. John pursued NHWA certification because he believes seasonal homeowners in Naples and Marco Island deserve the same professional standard they would expect from any licensed contractor or service provider.
NHWA certification is not a one-time achievement — it requires ongoing compliance with the association's standards, including maintaining current insurance, adhering to the code of conduct, and participating in continuing education. Blue Harbor Home Watch maintains active certification in good standing.
Homeowners can verify Blue Harbor Home Watch's certification status at any time by visiting the NHWA member directory at nationalhomewatchassociation.org.
Common Questions About NHWA Certification
What does NHWA certified mean for a home watch company?
NHWA certification means the home watch company has passed a criminal background check, carries verified general liability insurance, and has agreed to the National Home Watch Association's professional code of conduct. It is the only nationally recognized credential in the home watch industry.
Is Blue Harbor Home Watch NHWA certified?
Yes. Blue Harbor Home Watch, founded and operated by John DeBlasiis in Naples, Florida, is a certified member of the National Home Watch Association (NHWA). Certification can be verified at nationalhomewatchassociation.org.
Does Florida require home watch companies to be licensed?
No. Florida has no state licensing requirement for home watch companies. Anyone can legally operate a home watch business without any credentials, background check, or insurance. This makes NHWA certification especially important — it is the only way homeowners can verify that a home watch professional has been vetted.
How do I verify a home watch company is NHWA certified?
You can verify any home watch company's NHWA certification status by visiting the member directory at nationalhomewatchassociation.org. Blue Harbor Home Watch is listed as a certified member serving Naples, Marco Island, and Collier County, Florida.
Work with a certified home watch professional
Blue Harbor Home Watch serves Naples, Marco Island, and all of Collier County. Contact John DeBlasiis directly for a complimentary property walkthrough.
