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.

  • 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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