Weekend, Holiday, and Rural Surcharges
Surcharges apply per visit in addition to base service rates and may be combined when applicable, at Brass Tacks' discretion.
Weekend
Applies to visits scheduled for weekends (Friday after 4 PM through Sunday night).
Property Oversight
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Property Visits: + $6
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Overnights: + $15
Household Pets, Equine, and Livestock
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Routine and Specialized Support: + $6
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Extra Household Pets (beyond the first two): + $5 per additional pet
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Large Group/Farm Care Add-On: + $25 per visit
Specialized Support includes complex medication regimens, post-procedure care, and other vet-ordered tasks.
Holiday and Weather
Applies to federal/observed holidays, peak travel times, and severe or inclement weather events.
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Overnights: + $20
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All Other Visits: + $10
Weather safety decisions are made at the discretion of Brass Tacks. Services may be modified, rescheduled, or canceled if conditions or travel are deemed unsafe.
Service Areas and Rural Travel
Travel surcharges reflect actual driving distance and travel time from my base near the Douglas County Fairgrounds, rather than location names alone. Exact travel fees are confirmed prior to booking.
Home Base: The Douglas County Fairgrounds, serving Castle Rock and Castle Pines.
Franktown and Central/North Larkspur
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All Visits: + $6
Elizabeth
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All Visits: + $10
Kiowa
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All Visits: + $20
Requests for locations beyond Kiowa or outside the listed footprint are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Brass Tacks directly to discuss availability.
Deposits and Cancellation Overview
Multi-day and holiday reservations require a 30% non-refundable deposit to secure your dates on the calendar. Standard cancellations require at least 24 hours' notice to avoid a 50% late-cancellation fee. Please review the Policies and Information page for full booking guidelines, deposit transfer windows, and other terms.