As you prepare for a long trip away from home, you should keep a pre-vacation home checklist at hand as well. This checklist will contain all the measures you should take before you head out and leave your home unchecked and unsupervised. Below are our top recommendations for your home so that you can leave for a vacation with peace of mind.
Turn Off The Main Water Supply
To prevent water damage, turn off the main water supply to your home. One simple action can prevent leaks while you’re away.
Clean Your Refrigerator
Make sure that you get rid of any perishables inside your refrigerator. Also, keep a close eye on any food item that’s nearing its expiry date before you leave home for your trip. Leaving your fridge stocked with rotten edibles will lead to an intolerable odor that will invade your refrigerator and escape to other areas around the house.
Unplug Electronics
While they’re not likely, fires are still possible when you’re away on vacation. To go on vacation with peace of mind, make sure that you prevent any risks of a fire breaking out. It would help to unplug any electronics and chargers before leaving.
Check Windows and Entry Points
If you’re leaving your home empty and going on vacation, ensure that all windows and doors are solid and secure. Weak windows only make it easy for criminals to enter. To check on the condition of your door and windows, ensure that they do not have any cracks or loose screws on the hinges.
Make Sure Your Home Doesn’t Seem Vacant
You want to ensure that your home doesn’t look vacant to perpetrators while you’re away. There are several ways you can do this. The first is to ask a friend to collect your mail. Another is to set timers on your lights.
Final Thoughts
If you happen to come across water or fire damages inside your property, contact ServiceMaster Restoration by Cross. We can help you get the best services for the water and fire damage you face inside your home.
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