Tips for Securing Your Home on Vacation

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Some tips published by the Lynnwood Police Department for keeping you safer while you’re away on vacation:

  1. Don’t publicize your trip until after you return (ex: Facebook etc.).
  2. Don’t leave large amounts of cash or jewelry in your home. Consider a safe deposit box.
  3. Let the local Police Department know you’ll be gone – some offer free vacation house checks.
  4. Consider using a trusted friend or relative as a house sitter while you’re gone.
  5. Unplug all appliances except the refrigerator and freezer. If gone for an extended period of time, turn off power to the hot water tank and washing machine.
  6. Leave a description of your car, license number, and itenerary with a trusted close neighbor.
  7. Check all windows and doors to be sure they’re all shut and locked.
  8. Make arrangements for all newspapers and other packages to be picked up or stopped.
  9. Have someone rearrange drapes, lights, and pick up debris in the yard.
  10. Consider having a neighbor park their car in your driveway.

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