Final Snowbird Preparations to do Around the House Before Heading Up North
There's a lot to do before heading up North for the off season. Don't have regrets, have peace of mind.
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Your home should be checked once a week for peace of mind & to avoid catastrophies
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Take photos and/or videos of the inside and outside of your homes in case a natural disaster occurs
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Make a list of companies/vendors who you use or want to use in an emergency
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Change all important batteries and have backups in the house
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Inspect all plumbing fixtures and address any issues (no matter how small)
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Ensure your homes security by making sure all window and doors lock and seal correctly
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Install surge protectors and/or unplug items that don't need to stay on
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Cover all toilet seats with plastic wrap and close lids
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Make sure your garbage is taken out
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Make sure you throw away all perishable items
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Be sure to trim all branches and bushes around your home
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Be sure to secure all pool and patio furniture
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Forward mail and stop other deliveries
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Put one or two lights on a timer for the venings
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Debatable items:
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Turning your water off - to avoid floods
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Turning your fridge off - If you do, make sure to clean the fridge completely and leave the doors open in order to avoid mold
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What temperature to leave your thermostat and humidistat on - A humidistat should be set at 60 degrees. Thermostat can be set between 80 - 84 degrees max
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Install hurricane shutters for the whole season - huge fire hazard
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