Top Ten Tasks to Do at Home Before You Travel Abroad
- Put your jewelry and other small valuables in a safe at home or at the bank.
- Set timers for both indoor and outdoor lights at your home.
- Take out all the garbage and run the disposal.
- Unplug major appliances.
- Find a way to have your plants taken care of or use a self-watering device in your absence.
- Ask a neighbor to pick up your mail, newspapers (or temporarily stop delivery) and any door-hangers that are left in your absence.
- Leave a house key with a neighbor or family member.
- Leave your itinerary and contact info with a family member or neighbor.
- Lock all windows and doors.
- Leave a car in your driveway to make it appear as though someone is home.