Find a complete printable
vacation checklist to keep you home secure while you are away.
Stop mail and newspapers or arrange for trusted
neighbor to pick them up each day.
Arrange to have grass mowed, snow shoveled etc.
Ask trusted neighbor to bring out the garbage cans on
garbage night.
Lock all doors and windows.
Set timers on multiple lights and if possible a radio or
television.
Do not change the message on homes answering
machine to indicate the family is away.
Avoid discussing vacation schedule with strangers or
in public where others could listen in on the
conversation.
Do not list your home address on luggage tags.
Rather use a business address or alternative that
would not provide a thief with the location of an
unoccupied home.
Unplug the garage door opener.
Blinds and shades should be left in normal position.
Or use a automatic shade opener to simulate that you
are home.
Arm the home alarm system and enjoy your vacation.
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