How do I prepare my house for a 2 week vacation?

Prepare Your Home for Vacation: 9 Things You Need to Do Before You Leave
  1. Tidy up your home. ...
  2. Clean out the refrigerator. ...
  3. Take out the trash. ...
  4. Double-check the laundry. ...
  5. Take precautions for fire. ...
  6. Program your thermostat. ...
  7. Put lights on timers. ...
  8. Ask a neighbor to gather your mail.




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The Ultimate Pre-Vacation Home Checklist
  1. Hold the mail and newspapers. ...
  2. Put your lights on a timer. ...
  3. Move your car. ...
  4. Set your A/C and heating system. ...
  5. Turn off the water. ...
  6. Adjust your shades and lock up. ...
  7. Pay your bills. ...
  8. Notify your home alarm company.


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If you're leaving home for several says to set your thermostat to 65 in the winter and 85 during the summer. These temperatures are the happy medium that won't waste power while you're away but will keep your home in good condition. Use more manageable temperatures if you are leaving a pet in the home.

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Clean the Toilet (And Give an Extra Flush) Before you leave on your trip, give your toilet bowl a quick clean. Then, sprinkle in a bit of baking soda and give it an extra flush to make sure there's no lingering debris in the pipe.

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