Vacation Planning? Prepare You Home!

5/26/2020 (Permalink)

With these tips, you can relax at the beach and not have to worry about your home or property.

If you are planning a vacation this summer here's some tips for you to keep your home safe and damage free. 

Make Arrangements with Emergency Contact

• Close friend or neighbor
• Provide emergency contacts
• Turn on porch lights or garage lights
• Collect mail or flyers: burglars look for homes with overflowing mail, flyers, or newspapers
• Leave written information on alarm codes 

Take Plumbing and Electric Precautions

• Shut off gas and water at the meter, supply tank or appliances 
• Turn off the water valves to washing machines, sinks, and the dishwasher
• Unplug electronics to cut down on any possible shortages 
• Check your smoke detectors to ensure they are working properly
• Adjust your thermostat to 75-80 degrees. 

Following these tips will help your home to stay safe while you are away.