property management
Comprehensive property management includes more than appliance checks and security monitoring while you’re away. Licensed and experienced property managers, like Whitehall, understand that managing a home means meticulous, systematic inspections of the total home and property. Click to see more.
preventative services
Your preventive maintenance program begins when Whitehall's General Manager and Home Service Technician conduct an initial assessment of your home. We create a custom Service Log and Maintenance Program that details every room and feature of your home, both inside and out. Click for more.
repair services
Highly skilled professionals operate our repair and renovation division. From carpentry to painting, our craftsmen are properly insured for workers compensation and liability. Every subcontractor available to our affiliate, Croom Construction Company, is also available to Whitehall. Click to see more.
"Whitehall's maintenance reports provide a clear list of priorities, and their estimates are competitive. If you don't live here full time, they're the best for managing your property."

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Comprehensive property management includes more than appliance checks and security monitoring while you’re out of town. Licensed and experienced property managers – like Whitehall – understand that managing a home means meticulous, systematic inspections of the total home and property. It also means having the experience and ability to repair and maintain everything in and around your home.

Just as Croom Construction and Whitehall pioneered preventive home maintenance in Vero Beach in 1997, we are equally committed to providing customized property management for our clients. And you can feel secure knowing that your property management, maintenance and home repair team is backed by more than 35 years of industry experience.

Here are a just a few of our property management services:

  • On call 24/7 for emergencies
  • House monitoring
  • Starting/driving stored vehicles
  • Opening the home for services providers
  • Storm response – pre/post
  • Bill paying
  • Landscape maintenance
  • Pest control
  • Pool/Spa/Fountain maintenance
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning maintenance
  • Pressure cleaning
  • Window cleaning
  • Seasonal closing and opening of home

For a services brochure or to schedule a property management consultation, please call 772.299.4559.

"Among our numerous accolades, our most honored award is being recognized as one of the 'Best Places to Work' in the community we call home."

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

Maintenance Services

As the pioneer and originator of preventive home maintenance in Vero Beach, Whitehall wrote the book on how to protect your home. We are trained, licensed and bonded professionals with over 16 years' experience in the community. Our customized maintenance programs provide the same attention to detail that went into building your custom home. As an affiliate of Croom Construction Company, our talented team fully understands why preventive maintenance and quality craftsmanship go hand-in-hand.

DOOR AND WINDOW HARDWARE Due to our harsh coastal climate, doors and windows need extra care. Salt air is corrosive. And with time, it makes all doors and windows difficult to operate. When they're properly cleaned and lubricated, you can avoid expensive replacement costs.

SLIDING DOORS Rust and corrosion caused by dust and salt air can prohibit sliding doors from working properly. Whitehall technicians carefully remove sliding doors from their tracks before cleaning and lubricating them.

LIGHTING AND BULB REPLACEMENT All light bulb bases require an application of electrical grease to prevent corrosion. When untreated, bulbs can corrode in the socket, making them difficult and dangerous to remove. We have the proper tools to handle these awkward chores in hard-to-reach places.

INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR CAULKING Moisture collects in caulking, causing it to erode. When caulk starts to crack, it creates a place for insects to begin their destructive process. Periodic replacement of caulking is necessary and protects against shrinking, which occurs from the dehumidifying effect of air conditioning.

HOT WATER HEATER FLUSHING Hot water heaters need regular flushing to remove sediment. They are subject to corrosion due to extreme humidity and salt air. If not properly maintained, corrosion can destroy the coils or cause the water heater to burst and flood your home.

AIR CONDITIONING MAINTENANCE Humidity control is vital to managing the growth of mold and mildew, and to avoid deterioration of AC compressor equipment. Whitehall employs a dedicated AC company.

Detection Services

One of the most important features of the Whitehall Home Maintenance Plan is our state-of-the-art detection program. Throughout the years, our team has diligently and professionally performed detection and repairs in many communities within Vero Beach. The results of our program have saved homeowners costly repairs and premature replacements. Following are the most common areas where we implement our detection services:

Detection Services

One of the most important features of the Whitehall Home Maintenance Plan is our state-of-the-art detection program. Throughout the years, our team has diligently and professionally performed detection and repairs in many communities within Vero Beach. The results of our program have saved homeowners costly repairs and premature replacements. Following are the most common areas where we implement our detection services:

ROOF LEAKS With our sophisticated detection devices, we find potential problems that are not yet visible to the eye. Roof repairs are extremely expensive, but early detection of problems can save a homeowner money. Roofs should be inspected regularly by professionals who know how to inspect roofs without creating additional damage.

MOLD AND MILDEW Florida homes are particularly vulnerable to mold and mildew. The average homeowner can't detect mold until it's a major problem. Our equipment detects early moisture infiltration at common areas like windows, air handlers and chimneys. But mold can show up anywhere. Whole-home early detection is key to a healthy home.

STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY Whitehall literally wrote the book on home maintenance procedures. Our technicians follow a detailed manual to detect structural integrity problems. We were the first in the nation to develop such a program. Our goal is to ensure we detect and stop structural integrities before they become dangerous issues.

STORM SHUTTER MAINTENANCE Every home along Florida's coast needs hurricane protection. Hurricane shutters should be checked and updated annually. We carefully inspect each of your windows and shutters to make certain everything is in proper working order.

EXTERIOR FINISH CONDITION Whitehall technicians inspect every inch of your home, including the exterior finishes. Careful inspection, from top to bottom, will uncover what is impossible to see at eye level. A regular paint and waterproofing regimen prolongs the life of beautiful exteriors.

"My housekeeper knows that the first person to call after any severe weather is Whitehall."

WHITEHALL HOME REPAIR AND RENOVATION

Highly skilled and competent professionals operate our repair division. From carpentry to painting, our qualified craftsmen can perform jobs that are often difficult for homeowners to find reliable professionals to complete. Florida homeowners need to be diligent about not hiring workers who simply patch things up or mask underlying conditions.

Since we are an affiliate of a well established and successful construction firm, we truly understand what homes need in order to be well maintained. Every subcontractor that is available to Croom Construction Company, is also available to Whitehall. And we guarantee that every laborer is properly insured for worker’s compensation and liability.

Common Repairs

  • Rot repair
  • Carpentry repair
  • Roof leaks
  • Docks and Dune crossover repairs
  • Painting, from minor touch-ups to interior and exterior repaints
  • Re-staining and Varnishing of mahogany doors
  • Electrical and Plumbing repair
  • Storm shutter repair
  • Appliance repair
  • Water damage restoration
  • Mold remediation

Common Areas of Renovation

  • Bathrooms
  • Closets
  • Entertainment Centers
  • Garage Storage
  • Kitchens
“We care for our clients’ home and property as if it were our own. We manage, maintain or repair their property with the expertise that can only come from years of experience.”

ABOUT US

Florida is a beautiful place to live, and our tropical climate can take its toll on your home. Whitehall offers a comprehensive roof-to-foundation and property inspection service that is unmatched in the industry. Our affiliation with Croom Construction Company, a leader in luxury home building for over 40 years, strengthens our mission to provide excellent service and return on your investment.

Whitehall launched a preventive maintenance division and introduced what was then a new home maintenance service to Vero Beach in 1997. In 2010 we recognized the increasing demand for total property management of our clients’ homes and made a strategic decision to add property management to our suite of services. We also changed our name to Whitehall Professional Property Management.

Our goal remains the same: Simplify your home maintenance and property management concerns. After all, if your home remains in optimal condition, it retains its aesthetic and monetary value.

AFFILIATES

Croom Construction Company has assembled the finest construction and management team, resulting in more than 800 estate homes built in celebrated communities like John's Island, Windsor, Orchid Island, The Moorings, Old Riomar and Sailfish Point. Croom Construction also has an exceptional reputation for major residential renovations and commercial projects in Vero Beach and Indian River County.

Precision Painting & Waterproofing has been providing residential and commercial services since 1997. What started as the residential paint division of Croom Construction Company and quickly gained a reputation for quality, timely work is now winning accolades for their commercial projects along the Treasure Coast.

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David Croom, President

No one in Vero Beach is more synonymous with luxury residential building than David Croom, who founded Croom Construction Company in 1978 followed by Whitehall Professional Property Management in 1998. Within the last 40 years of operation he has built, remodeled and maintained over 600 estate homes in the most prestigious developments of Vero Beach, including John's Island, Windsor, Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club, and The Moorings.

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An early advocate of thorough training for Whitehall personnel, David has done much to raise the bar in the local construction industry. His adherence to the highest standards of quality is legendary. He also believes in making the property-management process as detailed and efficient as possible. The result - homes that are well cared for and clients who enjoy piece of mind. David's extensive background and community involvement include:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Industrial Engineering from the University of Georgia, MBA from the University of Miami
  • Florida Class A Certified General Contractor
  • Past Board Chair and Trustee of St. Edward's School
  • Director, Marine Bank & Trust Company
  • Member, John's Island Architectural Review Committee
  • Past National Director, National Association of Home Builders
  • Past President, 100 Club
  • Economic Development Committee of Indian River County Chamber of Commerce
  • Past Director, Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), Florida East Coast Chapter and Chairman of the Treasure Coast Chapter
  • Past President, Vero Beach Treasure Coast Kiwanis Club
David Lyons, Vice President

For more than 30 years, Dave has managed all pre-construction activities at Croom Construction Company and works closely with owners, architects and engineers during the design and planning stages for each project. Since 1986, Dave has been responsible for more than $500 million in sales of both residential, commercial and renovation projects.

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As a trained mechanical engineer, he brings a deep understanding of the complex systems that go into a high-end home. And he shares David Croom’s insistence on delivering the top quality for Whitehall clients.

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University
  • Board, Associated General Contractor of America (AGC)
  • Chairman, Indian River County AGC Advisory Committee
  • Member, National Home Builders Association
  • Recipient, AGC’s President’s Award for Outstanding Committee Chairman
  • Volunteer, Environmental Learning Center and Beachland PTA
  • Coach, IRSA Youth Soccer and Basketball
Richard Shiflett, General Manager

In 2004 Rich joined Whitehall Professional Property Management as a maintenance technician and was promoted to the property management division in 2013. By 2017 he was named General Manager. His prior experience as a maintenance supervisor for a large apartment complex paved the way for his responsibilities at Whitehall, including his skills in masonry, carpentry, HVAC, preventive maintenance and management of large work orders and repairs.

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Rich has volunteered his time in disaster relief areas, reconstructing and building churches. He was born and raised in Ohio and relocated to Florida in 2001. He enjoys playing the guitar, painting, sculpting and surfing. Rich and his wife, Dawna have four grown children and two granddaughters.

Jon Longnecker, Maintenance Division Manager

Always calm, cool and collected are traits you want in a person who is responsible for managing the maintenance of your coastal home, and that best describes Jon. He joined Whitehall in 2019 with years of experience under his belt. With a Master of Science in Sports Management from Florida International University, he also has the professional training needed to lead the maintenance division team.

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He and his wife, Chandra live in Vero Beach and have two sons – one of which is a full-time student at University of North Florida. Outside of work, Jon's favorite things to do include going to the beach, fishing, and golfing.

Denise Adams, Office Manager

Denise joined Whitehall in 2008 and was promoted to Office Manager by 2013. Prior to moving to Florida, she was a legal secretary in Connecticut for many years, where she gained invaluable organizational and administrative skills. Denise and her husband reside in Vero Beach.

Maintenance Division

Lee Gordon, Lead Technician - since 2009
Victor Murillo, Lead
Technician – since 2017
Elisa Aguilar, Lead
Technician – since 2021
Michael Aguilar, 
Shutter Division Manager - since 2016
Juan Vargas,
Technician - since 2023
Luis Vela,
Technician - since 2023

Property Management Division

Jennifer Sawyer,
Property Management Division - since 2019
Michael Sawyer,
Property Management Division - since 2019
Bob Lanz
Property Management Division - since 2023

Repairs Division

Carlos Lopez
Project Manager
since 2016
Christel Morat
Project Administrator since 2022
Jose Palma
Superintendent
since 2018
Timothy Bazemore, Repairs Division
since 2021
Jacqueline Brown, Accounts Payable
since 2020

CODE OF ETHICS

Whitehall Professional Property Management employees will at all times:

  • Care for the homes and possessions of clients as if they were their own.
  • Complete a rigorous training program so they are prepared to perform their duties to the highest technical and moral standards.
  • Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times, and adhere to our strict codes of conduct relating to performance and safety, along with personal conduct.
  • Conduct maintenance and detection functions in strict accordance with our operations manual.
  • Conduct property management inspections in strict accordance with our established operational procedures.
  • Instruct independent contractors, or subcontractors, to meet the same high standards of performance and conduct expected of themselves.
  • Not engage in any outside business with a client that could affect their job performance.
  • Be committed to the concept and services of property management, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
  • Be committed to being the first and only point of contact for all aspects of our clients’ property.

Learn more about our Staff.

"Whitehall Professional Property Management and Croom Construction Company value the partnerships we've built with our reliable vendors over the years. It strengthens our mission to provide unwavering client satisfaction."

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

We invite you to contact the companies below to learn more about Whitehall Professional Property Management.

HBS, Inc.
Ray Reinhard, President
772.561.7461
Central Window, Inc.
Larry Labadie, President
772.562.8161
Vero Glass & Mirror
Dan Beard, Owner
772.567.3123
R. King Electric
Rick King, President
772.778.6044
J&M Air Conditioning & Heating
Stacey Musick, Owner
772.562.2868
Ace Marble Restoration
Matt Fahmie, President
772.589.3552
"We're the first and primary contact for all aspects of managing our clients' property."

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Twice a year, we publish our SmartMoves newsletter. It's a powerful, visual story with gorgeous new home construction and renovation projects, current technologies, helpful home maintenance tips, and staff updates. SmartMoves features news from Whitehall Professional Property Management and our affiliates, Croom Construction Company and Precision Painting & Waterproofing. Click here to view each issue.

Croom Construction Company gets Social - Vero Beach, FL

Now you can click over to Croom’s new Facebook page  straight from our website. Just click the button in the top right corner of any  page, and you’re in. It’s that easy!

Once you arrive, ‘Like  us’ and join the  conversation. We look forward to taking full advantage of the opportunities to  keep a pulse on what matters most to our clients and the community at large. Through our Facebook page you will be able to keep up with the latest news and  happenings at Croom Construction Company, Whitehall Professional Property  Management, and Precision Painting & Waterproofing – as well as receive  periodic advice on matters concerning your home and property in Vero Beach or  the surrounding Treasure Coast. Likewise, if you have anything you want to  share, we invite you to engage with us and our community members through our  Facebook connection.

Though you make Vero Beach your home during season, you  can stay in contact with your property management, contractors and home  maintenance professionals at Croom Construction Company, Whitehall and  Precision any time of the year.

Outdoor Living is In - Vero Beach, FL

Enjoying the outdoors  isn’t just a trend in south Florida, it’s a firmly established way of life.  Does your home take full advantage of outdoor living? A recent trend study by  the American Society of Landscape Architects highlighted some of the key areas  that homeowners were interested in with regard to their outdoor living space.  The trend survey found that the most  popular living and garden features included lighting, fire pits and low  maintenance landscapes.

Overall, 96.2 percent of respondents  rated exterior lighting as somewhat or very popular for this year, followed by  fire pits/fireplaces (94.2 percent), seating/dining areas (94.1 percent),  grills (93.8 percent) and installed seating like benches or seat walls (89.5  percent).

If you’re considering  a renovation that includes an upgrade of your outdoor space, Croom Construction  Company can help. We’ve been pioneers in crafting versatile outdoor living  environments. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor kitchen, living room,  extended recreational area, or all of them, we’ll work with you on a plan that  reflects your design personality and is a natural extension of your home. All  that will be left for you to do is consider all the wonderful outdoor living  furnishings available today—weather-proof furniture, stainless steel grills and  bar fridges, fire pits, and home theatre components.

“Survey Shows Top Outdoor Living Trends for 2011,” American Society of Landscape Architects

Dancing with Vero’s Stars: David Croom Steps Out for Charity - Vero Beach, FL

Despite a foot injury  incurred during practice, our President, David  Croom, decided  the show must go on. On March 12th, he took to the stage of the Waxlax Theatre  at St. Edwards School to perform the foxtrot  with professional partner, Patti Rooney. While David didn’t go home with the  coveted grand prize (that honor went to local attorney Bobby Guttridge and  partner Karren Walter), funds were raised to benefit the Healthy Start  Coalition.

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Home Building and Renovation Projects can be Enjoyable - Vero Beach, FL

Remembering two simple words can  help make your next home renovation or construction project much more  enjoyable: Good Planning. As most of us know, embarking on new home building or  renovation projects often bring about an immediate picture of setting budget  parameters, time constraints, selecting from different design concepts, and  many other decision-making issues that can cause you to reach for a bottle of  aspirin instead of the phone.

Well there’s hope, because it  doesn’t have to be that way. As Croom Construction Company’s Vice President,  Dave Lyons, likes to tell his clients, “The most important thing to make a  project enjoyable is good planning.”

That planning process, at least at  Croom and Whitehall, is well articulated and implemented from start to finish.  As a project estimator for more than 20 years on the Croom Construction team,  Joe Kirby, Vice President of Estimating tells clients, that when they deliver a  bid, you can rest assured that you know the true cost. In other words, the  price is their bond. No back-peddling or hidden costs.

Croom Construction Company and  Whitehall Professional Property Management know the value of reputable service  in Vero Beach and the Treasure Coast. As longtime members of this seaside  community, the professionals at Croom and Whitehall take great pride in  maintaining a solid reputation by always lending your homebuilding and  renovation projects their talented and timely resources.

Think twice! Avoiding critical home maintenance due to perceived cost is actually more expensive - Vero Beach, FL

Maintaining homes in a  seaside community like Vero Beach can be quite the challenge. It requires  dedicated attention from skilled home maintenance professionals. Experience and  certifications do matter, and that’s exactly what the professionals from Croom  Construction Company and Whitehall Professional Property Management offer their  clients. Avoiding home maintenance in beachside communities like those on the  Treasure Coast - because you think it might be too expensive - actually  increases the risk of even more expensive maintenance issues down the road.

As the professional  “handymen” from Croom and Whitehall like to say, having regular home check-ups  is a lot like going to the doctor. By being proactive in caring for your home  and contacting professionals, you avoid the many risks associated with ignoring  the warning signs. And not all warning signs are obvious, but a quick home  check-up can identify them. And just like selecting a doctor for your physical  health needs, take the time to check out the credentials and history of your  home maintenance and property management professionals. Your home is an  investment that should be protected and cared for. Companies like Croom  Construction, with 30+ years of experience in the home building and maintenance  industry in Vero Beach and the Treasure Coast truly understand your home care  needs, and just how valuable timely and dependable service can be for you.

So the next time you  are evaluating the needs of your home and considering the cost, give Croom  Construction or Whitehall Professional Property Management a call. You just  might be surprised by how much time, stress, and money you can save yourself by  being proactive with your home maintenance needs.

"I wish I had Whitehall in New Vernon; they are really interested in making any home look nice. Ours still looks brand new."

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"Several times after hurricanes, Whitehall found leaks in the roof and fixed them before there was serious damage."

SEVERE WEATHER

You can’t stop a hurricane or severe storm, but you can be ready. Prior to the beginning of hurricane season, our existing clients’ storm shutters will have already been oiled, cleaned and checked as part of our regular maintenance and property management program. When a storm is threatening, we’ll close your shutters, move in outdoor furniture and generally prepare your property. Post-storm, we move quickly into action by inspecting your home and property, photographing any damage, arranging for insurance adjusters and managing all repair work. As an affiliate of Croom Construction Company, the response rate for large-scale repairs is impressive and the work is backed by over 30 years of industry experience.

Many of our clients are away during hurricane season and are, understandably, anxious about storms. Our consistent pre- and post-storm follow through and good communication with our clients not in residence take the edge off the worry.

"Others spend 4 - 6 weeks in the fall getting their homes back in shape. When we return, our home is in perfect condition and ready for us to enjoy."

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1201 19th Place, Suite B-100
Vero Beach, Florida 32960
Tel: 772-299-4559
Fax: 772-299-4549

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