Home Watch USA owner and founder, Dan, is a dedicated Home Watch Professional committed to providing exceptional service to clients while taking exceptional care of their homes. Whether through in-person interactions, phone, text, or 24-hour voicemail, he responds promptly and aims to exceed expectations. His commitment to rendering professional home-watching services is evidenced by his continuous professional development; he completed advanced coursework through the Home Watch Training Program, the Home Watch Academy, and Home Watch Boot Camp. He holds certifications from the National Home Watch Association and the Home Watch Network. Originally from Rochester, NY, Dan attended Monroe Community College and SUNY Brockport. He served eight years in the United States Navy Reserves and retired after 25 years with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. If you are looking for a trusted right hand to help safeguard and inspect your home or property while you are away, look no further than the home watch service with decades of law enforcement background. Dan remains active in the American Legion and enjoys spending time with his family, supporting local sports teams, and traveling. With a strong background in real estate and property management, Dan is experienced in Real Estate Sales, Home Inspections, F.H.A. 203k Consulting, Property Valuation, and Radon Testing.
Monroe County Sheriff's Office, NY 1990-2015
With decades of law enforcement background, Dan has had many positions while at the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, including the Jail, Prisoner Transport, Court Security and Road Patrol. Dan was a Field Training Officer, Police Instructor, and Class Counselor for a Recruit Academy. Dan retired in 2015.
United States Navy Reserves 1985-1993
Dan served in the United States Navy Reserves from 1985-1993. Receiving the National Defense Medal, Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal, New York State Naval Militia Medal for Meritorious Service Medal and an Honorable Discharge, Dan has served his country tirelessly and now offers his service to Greater Rochester property & homeowners.
Daniel Powell - Retired Sheriff's Deputy - US Navy Reserves Veteran - Extensive Experience
Dan Powell is professionally trained, accredited and certified in home watch. Dan has undergone a background check and is insured, bonded.
Certifications and Licenses
(Current & Previously Held)
N.Y.S. Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker
N.Y.S. Licensed Home Inspector
N.Y.S. Licensed Appraiser Assistant
U.S. H.U.D., F.H.A. 203k Consultant
N.Y.S. Certified Commercial Pesticide Technician
Certified Member, American Society of Home Inspectors (A.S.H.I.)
Certified Real Estate Inspector
National Association of Home Inspectors (N.A.H.I.)
Certified Professional Inspector, International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI)
Certified Residential Mold Inspector, I.E.S.O.
Radon Measurement Specialist, N.R.S.B.
Radon Mitigation Specialist, N.R.S.B.
Certificate in Lead Safety for Remodeling, Repair and Painting, Cornell University
Well and Septic Inspections
Residential and Commercial Construction
Community Volunteer with United Way & Local Charities
Nothing like morning coffee before a day of volunteering.
Picture of our team volunteer at the playground we were cleaning in Rochester, NY for United Way. Learn more at unitedwayrocflx.org
Two thumbs up for a great day volunteering with United Way.
A day of volunteering at the Rochester Food Link, Food Pantry. Learn more at foodlinkny.org
Dan Powell packing apples into bags that will eventually be sent to families in the Rochester, NY community.
Always time for a selfie with another volunteer.