Summer is the perfect time to get away on vacation. One thing that can make your vacation more enjoyable is knowing that your home and belongings are safe. Taking a few extra steps before leaving on a trip can secure your home and give you piece of mind.
1. Make sure all doors and windows are shut tight and locked. Secure all latches and locks to fences and gates as well.
2. Shut some of the drapes and blinds in your home. This way a prowler won't be able to see as easily that you are not home or notice that tempting flat screen tv and blue ray player in your living room.
3. Put some of your lights on timers. If the lights are on, it looks like somebody is home.
4. Stop the mail and newspaper or have someone collect it for you. Nothing screams "I'm not here" more than a weeks worth of newspaper piled on your front porch.
5. Ask a neighbor or friend to keep an eye on things. In the event that something does happen to your home, you will want the police/fire department as well as yourself to be notified immediately.
Take into consideration these five steps to secure your property. Then you can take a deep breath and relax. Enjoy your vacation knowing that your things will be safe and waiting for you upon your return.
-Jennifer Allen
Century 21 Northland
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