The process of planning an Easter road trip provides enjoyment to travelers yet brings security risks because their homes will remain unprotected without any occupants present. The required security preparations must be completed before your departure to ensure your trip remains free from any security concerns.
Read this article for a thorough checklist to secure your house when going on a trip.
🔐 Close and Lock All; Ingress Points
- Focus first on the basic things, make sure no entry point is left unsecured.
- Go over once more to see that all doors and windows are properly locked
- Strengthen sliding doors by fitting security bars
- Put in deadbolts if you don’t already have them
- Don’t forget the garage doors and the exit at the back of the house.
Usually even a minor mistake can be turned into a very simple opportunity for burglars.
💡 Create the Illusion of Occupancy
A vacant house is always tempting for criminals. So, keep up appearances as if the home is still occupied.
- Employ light and TV timers
- Leave the porch light on overnight
- Get a neighbor to use your driveway now and then for parking
This easy preventative measure can scare off burglars.
📦 Manage Deliveries and Mail
- Accumulated mail and packages shout that the place is unoccupied.
- Turn off newspaper deliveries
- Get a package locker or ask for delivery changes
- Have a neighbor you trust bring in your mail
Continuing to make a front seem “lived-in” will help disguise your absence.
📷 Install or Check Security Systems
- Make sure your existing security system is in good working order.
- Run through the checkup of CCTV and sensor workings
- Secure alarm’s activation before departure
- Look into a smart home security app for real-time monitoring
With the contemporary technology, you can see your home on your cell phone wherever you are.
🔌 Unplug and Prevent Hazards
Electrical problems may occur even when you are not at home.
- Unplug all non-essential electronic appliances
- Turn off gas supply if you can
- Inspect smoke detectors and fire alarms
Taking a few easy measures can help prevent possible fires and electrical failures.
🌿 Tidy Up the Exterior
Security of your home is also dependent on the exterior.
- Cut back any bushes that might serve as a hiding place for burglars
- Make sure outdoor furniture and tool are locked up
- Lock gates as well as garden sheds
Clean and tidy exterior is a great deterrent for burglars.
🧑🤝🧑 Inform a Trusted Person
It is a good thought to let someone trust know that you are leaving.
- Let a friend or family member have the details of your trip
- Give them a spare key in case of emergency
- Request them to drop by your house from time to time
Having a person in the know close to your house is a good safety measure.
🌐 Avoid Oversharing on Social Media
Posting about your trip as it happens is great fun but can be a security risk.
- Refrain from publicly letting people know you are not at home
- Post photos once you are back
- Deactivate location-tagging while on vacation
When your home is left alone, privacy is a must.
✅ Final Walkthrough Before You Leave
Just before leaving, do one last round of checking:
- Ensure all doors/windows are locked
- Make sure all appliances are off
- Set the security system
- Set the lights/timers
A brief walk through now may save you from a much bigger headache later on.
🚗 Have a worry-free Easter Road Trip
Home protection requires only a few preventive measures which achieve significant results. The Easter holiday can be enjoyed by you because all security measures have been completed which protects your property.
Safe journey and happy holidays! 🌸
