08/14/2024
👉 Keep your home safe and insurance claim-free with this vacation checklist:
✅ Clean the house and fridge and take out the trash so as not to invite pests, insects, and foul odors.
✅ Unplug electronics and appliances. This reduces the risk of fire and saves you money.
✅ Turn off the water. If that’s not possible, for example, water is required for irrigation, turn off all valves under sinks, toilets, washing machines, etc. 👉Place water leak detection systems in common problem areas like the water heater, washing machine, kitchen sink, etc.
✅ Make sure all doors and windows are locked and secure.
✅ Hide your valuables.
✅ Time your lights. Sometimes, all it takes is a simple gadget to give the appearance that someone is home.
✅ Have the post office hold your mail or ask a neighbor to take it in.
✅ Park your car in the garage. Ask a neighbor to park in your driveway occasionally so there’s activity at your house.
✅ If you have a home security system, make sure it’s armed before leaving.
✅ Pay bills and set up automatic payments - do not lapse those insurance policies. (smile)
Live well and be protected✌️