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Originally Posted by SullyP
Looking for advice on how to prep home for extended absences.
Closing on our TV home in 3 weeks, but for next year can only visit every 3-4 months, will have security system. What advices/tips do you have for preparing our home for those extended absences?
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Most everything has been covered by others.
I recommend turning your water off. I also unplug washer, dryer, microwave, stove, TVs, printer, etc. to prevent any possibility of Lightening/Electrical Voltage surge. A few neighbors have lost things due to power surges.
I also bought plug in lightening/surge protectors for things i leave plugged in like garage door openers, refrigerator and irrigation system timers. Belkin Single Outlet SurgeCube Surge Protector, 1080 Joules. I actually have these surge protectors on all major items, just in case of a surge even while i am in TV.
Pour vegetable oil down garbage disposal drain and run.
A little bleach in toilets to prevent algae/mildew.
Bring in all outdoor Lanai furniture or anything that can become a projectile during a wind storm.
I got a battery disconnect for the golf cart battery, so, i can quickly disconnect it to avoid parasitic voltage problems and put Stabil in the gas tank.