[Sandy and Ed]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

My list includes turning off water heater breaker and main water supply, turn A/C to 81 degrees, unplug all sensitive electronic equipment that lightning could fry, turn off ice maker, double check that refrigerator and freezer doors are tightly closed, check all settings on both irrigation system and pool and calibrate appropriately, make sure all windows are tightly closed and doors are locked, double check you have no trash in the house or have left any fruit out on the counter like bananas, and hurricane proof anything outdoors as best as possible if you won’t be returning before the prime storm season (mid July through mid October). During the humid summer months I also set a couple of dehumidifiers at 60 percent relative humidity and drain them into a sink or shower as cheap insurance against mold in case the A/C system fails. For only two months I wouldn’t worry about sealing drains but if gone longer that is a very good idea.

We leave a cup of frozen water in the freezer with a coin on top. When you return make sure the coin is still on top, or your food very well might be bad. I also leave the golf carts with a full tank of ethanol free gas and put a trickle charger on the batteries. Most importantly, remember to leave some beer and wine in the freezer so you can celebrate when you return to your Villages home : ) Safe Travles

Excellent. We have a checklist by room listing what needs to be done in each room. Then simply check off item as they are completed. A couple you mentioned I’ll need to add.