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RIVIERA ROOTS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Your property, looked after year-round.

We manage the ongoing care of villas on the French Riviera — inspections, maintenance, contractors, household services and local representation while you are away.

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Well-maintained villa, French Riviera

PROPERTY OVERSIGHT · MAINTENANCE · OWNER REPRESENTATION

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

One local team looking after your property.

Owning a property on the French Riviera should not mean managing contractors, maintenance schedules, household services and unexpected issues from another country. Riviera Roots provides a consistent local presence and coordinates the people and services required to keep the property in order.

You stay informed. We handle what needs to happen locally.

01 — PROPERTY OVERSIGHT

Regular control of the property while you are away

Regular inspections help detect problems early and make sure the property remains secure and properly maintained throughout the year.

1.1Regular inspectionsScheduled inspections of the villa and its general condition.
1.2Security & access checksDoors, shutters, gates, alarm systems and general property security.
1.3Technical checksWater, electricity, heating, air conditioning and other essential systems.
1.4Issue detectionIdentification of leaks, humidity, damage or other problems before they become more serious.
Villa garden and architectural detail

02 — MAINTENANCE & CONTRACTORS

The right specialist, coordinated on your behalf

We organise and supervise the professionals required to maintain the property and follow their work through to completion.

2.1Repairs & maintenanceOrganisation of plumbers, electricians, HVAC specialists, locksmiths, roofers and other trades.
2.2Contractor supervisionAccess to the property, coordination of appointments and verification of completed work.
2.3Preventive maintenanceScheduling servicing and maintenance of property systems and equipment.
2.4Small worksOrganisation of painting, minor repairs, equipment replacement and small improvements.
2.5Work verificationChecking that agreed works have been completed before the intervention is closed.
Riviera Roots maintenance van at a villa
Planning a larger renovation?

Major renovation and construction projects are managed through Riviera Roots Project Management.

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03 — HOUSEHOLD & PROPERTY SERVICES

The people and services that keep the property running

We coordinate the recurring services required to keep the house and its surroundings properly maintained.

3.1Garden & pool managementCoordination and monitoring of gardeners, pool maintenance and irrigation services.
3.2Cleaning & housekeepingOrganisation of regular cleaning, deep cleaning and housekeeping.
3.3Household staff coordinationCoordination of cleaners, gardeners, pool staff and other regular service providers.
3.4Service contract oversightMonitoring recurring maintenance and service contracts.
3.5Deliveries & accessProviding access for authorised contractors, deliveries and service providers when required.
3.6KeyholdingSecure local keyholding and controlled access to the property.
Villa pool and garden

04 — OWNER REPRESENTATION

Your interests represented locally.

Many Riviera Roots clients do not live permanently in France. We act as their local point of contact for the property — meeting contractors, providing access, responding to issues and keeping the owner informed.

4.1Local representationActing as the owner's local point of contact on the French Riviera.
4.2Contractor meetingsMeeting service providers and contractors on behalf of the owner.
4.3Emergency coordinationOrganising the appropriate response when an unexpected property issue occurs.
4.4Incident coordinationInitial assessment, photographs, specialist access and coordination following property damage.
4.5Owner approvalsKeeping the owner informed before significant additional expenditure or work is authorised.
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Villa on the French Riviera

05 — ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE

The property ready when you arrive — and properly secured when you leave

We coordinate the practical preparation of the house before arrival and make sure it is checked and secured after departure.

5.1Pre-arrival preparationGeneral preparation of the property before the owner's arrival.
5.2Cleaning before arrivalEnsuring the property is clean and ready for use.
5.3Systems checkChecking water, electricity, heating, air conditioning and essential equipment.
5.4Pool & garden readinessMaking sure exterior areas are ready for use.
5.5Post-departure inspectionChecking and securing the property after departure.
5.6Seasonal preparationPreparing the villa for periods of absence and seasonal changes.
Villa ready for arrival, pool and garden

06 — REPORTING & COST CONTROL

Clear visibility over the property and its running costs

We keep owners informed about the condition of the property, planned maintenance, contractor interventions and costs requiring approval.

6.1Property reportsRegular updates on the condition of the property.
6.2Maintenance reportingSummary of completed and upcoming interventions.
6.3Quotes & approvalsCollection of contractor quotations and presentation to the owner for approval.
6.4Invoice oversightReview of invoices against approved works and services.
6.5Maintenance planningOverview of upcoming servicing and preventive maintenance requirements.

Clear, documented communication with the owner.

Villa on the French Riviera

HOW WE WORK

Simple, consistent property oversight

01
Initial property reviewWe understand the property, its systems, existing contractors and owner requirements.
02
Management setupWe establish access, key contacts, recurring services and maintenance priorities.
03
Ongoing managementWe inspect the property, coordinate contractors and manage day-to-day requirements.
04
Owner reportingYou receive clear updates on property condition, interventions, costs and decisions requiring approval.

RIVIERA ROOTS SERVICES

Support at every stage of the property lifecycle

Fee Development

For developing or repositioning a property as an asset.

Feasibility → strategy → design → approvals → procurement → delivery

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Project Management

For major renovation and construction projects.

Project setup → tender → contractors → execution → handover

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CURRENT SERVICE

Property Management

For the ongoing care and management of an existing property.

Inspections → maintenance → contractors → local representation → reporting

GET IN TOUCH

Tell us about your property

Whether you use your Riviera home throughout the year or only for part of the season, tell us how the property is currently managed and where you need support.

Sent directly to info@rivieraroots.com.