When you think summer it is hard not to think of it as all fun all the time. Many people are taking vacations or spending weekends away from home to enjoy the beautiful summer weather. While keeping your home safe while you are away may not be top of mind it certainly is not something you should ignore while you are preparing for a trip. There are many things that could go wrong while you are away that could cause a claim to your New Hampshire home insurance or at the lease cause a serious headache when you return. Here are some things we would recommend checking before you wisk away for your vacation this summer.
● Clean your house before you depart. I know this sounds tedious but it is always nice to come home to a clean house. It also will prevent pesky bugs or rodents from taking up residence while you are gone.
● Make sure all small appliances are turned off and unplugged, make sure all electrical, plumbing and gas lines are all in safe working order. Leaving any of these unchecked could be disastrous.
●Secure all entrances and exits to your home. Lock all doors and windows and don’t forget to set your home security system if you have one. Even if you don’t use it regularly while you are home, a break-in could easily happen while you are away if your home is not secure.
● Stop your mail and newspaper delivery and potentially leave on a small energy saving lamp in your home. Ask your neighbor to mow your lawn and check up on your home if you will be gone for an extended period of time. This will make your home seem occupied and may deter home invaders who are looking for an easy target.
Completing these small but important tasks will give you peace of mind while you are away from home this summer. So all you have left to do is to relax and enjoy your time away!