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Members of the DHGS Team

Alisa Santiago and Lucas Salas

Desert Home Guardian team member performing a security check at a Scottsdale property
Desert-style home in Paradise Valley under routine inspection by Desert Home Guardian

About Desert Home Guardian Services

Home Watch, Concierge, and Vacation Rental Assistance Services in Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, and Rio Verde

Home Watch is defined as "a visual inspection of a home or property, looking for obvious issues."

Local Roots. Professional Excellence.

After successful decades-long careers with Fortune 50 companies, Diane and Pete relocated to Arizona in 1991. They first made their home in Paradise Valley before settling in Fountain Hills, embracing the desert lifestyle they know and love today.

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As seasoned travelers themselves, they understand the anxieties homeowners face when away from their properties. This personal experience inspired them to launch DHGS — providing reliable, professional home watch, concierge, and vacation rental services built on trust, transparency, and unmatched attention to detail.

Trust, reliability, and service values displayed in Desert Home Guardian’s mission wall graphic
Friendly home watch professional from Desert Home Guardian greeting a client at their Phoenix residence

Certified Expertise You Can Count On

DHGS is a fully accredited member of the National Home Watch Association (NHWA), an esteemed organization that rigorously vets its members for adherence to best business practices, including criminal background checks, licensings, and compliance with state and local consumer protection regulations. This accreditation serves as a testament to DHGS's unwavering dedication to upholding the highest of standards of professionalism and accountability.


Both Diane and Pete have earned the Certified Home Watch Professional (CHWP) designation, demonstrating mastery through rigorous examination and continued professional development.

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  • Diane Santiago serves on the NHWA Executive Committee and Advisory Board, helping shape the future of the home watch industry. #12190097 Diane Santiago

  • Pete Santiago is a NHWA Bootcamp Instructor, training the next generation of home watch business owners through personalized, hands-on sessions. #05220244 Pete Santiago

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Our commitment to excellence is backed by both national standards and deep local knowledge of Arizona’s climate, community, and property needs.

Desert Home Guardian team meeting to review inspection reports and service schedules
Who We Serve

We proudly serve a diverse range of clients, including:

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  • Seasonal Homeowners (Snowbirds)

  • Vacation Rental Property Owners

  • Traveling Professionals

  • Probate Attorneys & Estate Lawyers

  • Executors of Wills

  • Insurance Agents

  • Realtors

  • Banking Institutions and Trust Departments

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