Villa / residence guard

Villa and residence guard — Tonga

A villa or residence guard watches over the property whether the owners are present or away: gate control, receiving visitors and deliveries, surveillance, and often small maintenance tasks agreed in advance. On Helplease, you describe your needs and the workers offering this service in Tonga are notified of your request.

What the service covers

• guarding a main or holiday villa;
• guarding a residence or estate;
• receiving visitors, deliveries and contractors;
• surveillance during absences;
• watering, putting out bins and small tasks, if agreed.

The role is defined with the worker: day or night hours, possible on-site housing, additional tasks, access instructions, days off and people to contact.

Key points

Define the tasks

Surveillance only or surveillance with light maintenance: write the list of tasks to avoid misunderstandings.

Housing and framework

If the guard lives on site, specify the conditions; employment and declaration conditions fall under applicable regulations.

What affects the price

• time on duty (day, night, permanent);
• size of the property;
• additional tasks;
• any housing;
• length of the engagement.

The rate is agreed with the worker based on these elements.

Frequently asked questions

Can the guard do gardening?

If agreed, for simple tasks; a gardener is better for larger work.

Can I request a guard for the holidays?

Yes, give the dates and instructions.

Who manages the keys?

Agree which access is entrusted and how it is returned.

What information should I give?

Type of property, hours, tasks, any housing and duration.