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Old 02-06-2022, 09:30 AM
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Originally Posted by MX rider View Post
I've tried searching but couldn't find the answers I need.
We just bought a home in TV. We're not retired yet. But we plan on doing so next fall.

Until then we'll be coming down on and off for a week at a time when we can use vacation time.
I've seen where people say to tape over drains to keep bugs out, and to put saran wrap over the toilets to keep the water from evaporating. just wondering if this is good advice?
Also, what temp should I keep the house at in the summer?
Any other tips or advice is much appreciated.

Thanks in advance
If thermostat has humidity control you can turn up A/C to 82 at least, set humidity at 60.

Shut off water , drain faucets and hose bibs, disconnect hoses.

Turn off ice maker on frig.

Unplug TVs, sound systems, motion furniture. If you don;t have WIFI connections for thermostat or other disconnect Modem.

Bring in outdoor furniture.

Remove batteries from clocks.

Confirm override/auto shutoff is working for sprinkler

Spray for bugs in and out.

Install new furnace filter.

Shut off gas to gas grill.

1/2 cup bleach in toilets, cover bowl with plastic wrap. Cover drains - sinks and showers - with blue painters tape.