A Pre-Vacation Checklist Get Your House In Order
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A Pre-Vacation Checklist: Get Your House in Order
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Preparing your home before a trip not only eases your travel worries but ensures a stress-free return.Article:
Whether you're planning a long-awaited vacation, a business trip, or a weekend getaway, getting ready to leave town can be quite demanding. While adding more tasks to your checklist may seem daunting, taking care of your home before you go can lead to a more relaxing return and a worry-free trip. Here's how to ensure you don't have to worry about forgetting essential tasks while you're relaxing on the beach or in a meeting.Keep Your Home Lived-In
It's crucial that your home appears occupied while you're away. A home that looks lived-in is a strong deterrent for potential break-ins. Invest in affordable timers to automatically turn on and off lights, radios, and TVs. Also, avoid a buildup of newspapers and mail, which signals an empty house. Temporarily hold your mail through the postal service or switch to electronic billing to reduce paper clutter. Forms for holding mail are available online at www.usps.com.Manage Financial Responsibilities
To prevent missed payments, set up automatic bill pay for your utilities and other essential services before you leave. A Visa card provides a convenient and secure method to manage bills such as utilities, cable, and insurance while you’re away. This time-saving feature is especially beneficial for frequent travelers. Choose between one-time or automatic payments to ensure your bills are handled, no matter where you are. Find more details at www.visa.com/billpay.Prepare for Pets and Plants
If your pet can't join you, arrange for a pet sitter or a reservation at a kennel to ensure they receive care. To avoid returning to a jungle of overgrown plants, plan for yard maintenance during your absence. For short trips, you can use a sprinkler timer or place houseplants in shaded areas outdoors. Alternatively, ask a trustworthy neighbor to feed your pets and water the plants.Save on Energy Costs
Before leaving, reduce energy consumption by turning off your water and gas, and unplugging appliances like microwaves and TVs to prevent energy surges. Adjust your thermostat to 10 degrees lower than the outside temperature, or switch it off entirely. If away for a long period, consider turning off your pilot light to maximize savings.By taking steps such as setting timers for lights and arranging automatic bill payments, you can ease pre-travel stress and ensure your return home is pleasant and hassle-free.
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Following these tips will help ensure that both your trip and return home are as smooth as possible.
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