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December 16th, 2024 by

Keeping Your Michiana Home Safe During Holiday Travels | Cressy & Everett

Our real estate agents at Cressy & Everett Real Estate know that whether you're looking at South Bend homes for sale or checking out St. Joseph homes to buy, your home's safety is crucial during the holidays. Our team wants to help you safeguard your investment even when you're away enjoying time with family and friends.

  • Key Safety Steps Before You Leave
    Getting your house ready before a trip helps keep burglars out and stops damage while you're gone. Make a list a few days before you leave to make sure you don't miss any key safety steps. Begin by looking at all your windows and doors, including those in the basement and garage, ensuring they're locked up tight. Put timers on your indoor and outdoor lights to make it look like someone's home, and think about using smart home tech that lets you control lights from your phone.

  • Taking Care of Mail and Packages
    Keep your house looking occupied by getting someone to pick up your mail, packages, and newspapers. A pile-up of deliveries tells burglars that nobody's home. Think about setting up security cameras or a doorbell camera system that allows you to keep an eye on your property from anywhere. Many new systems send alerts straight to your phone when they spot movement, helping you relax while you're not there.

  • Winter Weather Precautions
    Chilly weather creates special problems for empty houses in the Michiana region. Keep your thermostat at 55 degrees or higher to stop pipes from freezing, and ask someone you trust to look in on your house if the temperature falls. Think about turning off your main water supply if you plan to be away for a long time, and make sure your gutters aren't clogged to prevent ice buildup.

  • Social Media Safety Tips
    Sharing your vacation excitement on social media can tell thieves your house is empty. Hold off on posting your holiday pictures and stories online until you get back home. Instead of updating in real-time, take lots of photos to share later while keeping quiet about your empty house.

  • Building a Neighborhood Security Network
    Let your neighbors you trust know about your vacation plans and give them your contact details and emergency numbers. They can warn you or the police if they see anything unusual going on around your house. Think about joining or starting a neighborhood watch group to create a stronger community safety net that helps everyone, even when you're at home.

  • Outdoor Security Measures
    Outdoor security is just as crucial when you're away for the holidays. Cut back bushes and trees near windows to remove places where intruders might hide. Put up lights with motion sensors around entrances and dark spots on your property. Keep expensive stuff out of view from windows, and think about putting important items in a safe deposit box while you're gone.

  • Preventive Maintenance
    Make sure to stop winter emergencies from happening by getting your furnace checked before you leave for a long trip. If you have a fireplace, clean the chimney and test your sump pump to stop your basement from flooding. These upkeep jobs guard against pricey damage that might happen while you're off enjoying your holiday fun.

The real estate experts at Cressy & Everett want you to have a worry-free holiday trip regarding your home's safety. Contact us today for help with your real estate needs across the Michiana area, giving you peace of mind no matter the season.

Categories: Homeownership
Tags: Cressy & Everett, Elkhart IN, for owners, homeowner tips, Bristol IN, Goshen IN, Granger IN, Berrien Springs MI, Constantine MI
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