Keep Your Home Protected While Away with These 6 Easy Tips

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Summer is in full swing and many of us are taking those last minute vacations before the kids go back to school. Leaving your home can be worrisome, as there are many things that could go wrong while your away, We want to help relieve you of that stress, so we compiled 6 tips that will make you feel comfortable leaving your home:

• Have someone look after the house. Have a family member or a friend stop by a few times while you're away. You could also have them water your plants and make sure everything is in working order.

• Be careful about announcing your trip on social media. It's best to share your plans privately and wait to upload pictures until after you've returned.

• Don't leave the lights on. It is a dead giveaway that your home is vacant when the same light is on every night at 3 am. Invest in timers or simply leave the lights off.

• Stop your mail. Another dead giveaway is an overflowing mailbox. Call the post office and have them hold your mail until you return.

• Unplug your electronic devices. This will help prevent accidental fires and will even save you a few bucks on your power bill.

• Put your hidden key away. If you have a hideaway key, it's best to give it to someone you trust or lock it in the house while you're away.

Following these tips will help you rest assured that your home is safe while you are away. We hope you have a safe and enjoyable trip!

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