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Preparing for Summer Vacation

posted by TrueNorth Risk Management on Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Are you trying to squeeze the last bit out of Summer?

When you're heading out for your family vacation, it’s easy to overlook basic home safety precautions.

To protect your residence while you’re away and enjoy a worry-free trip, keep in mind the following tips: 

• Unplug small appliances and electronic devices. 
• Lock all windows and doors. 
• Pause newspaper and mail deliveries.  
• Lock valuables in a fireproof safe. 
• Arrange to have your lawn mowed while you’re away. 
• Have a trusted neighbor or family member keep an eye on your home throughout your trip. 
• Avoid leaving your house key outside your home, even if you think it’s in a safe place. 
• Set timers on inside lights and install a motion-activated sensor on outdoor floodlights. 
• Consider turning off your home’s water. 
• Avoid posting photos of your trip on social media until after you return home. 
• Raise the temperature on your thermostat or turn the system off completely. This ensures that you aren’t paying to cool your home while you are away. 

Taking the proper precautions before you go on vacation can make all the difference when it comes to preventing damage to your home. However, even when taking the right steps to protect your residence, accidents can still happen. As such, it’s important to ensure you have adequate insurance coverage. 

Contact us today for more information and tips on keeping your home safe. 

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