[NorineBerlinski]

I’m snow birding back to Michigan at the end of April and I was wondering if anyone has a “To Do” list of things that should be done when you leave for 4 months. Greatly appreciate you all.

[rcpds]

Hopes this helps ...

Rick

Closing FL Home Generic.doc

[Bunny1]

Send me your email address via personal message as I have documentation from Univ of FL on what to do when closing your seasonal home. This was offered a few weeks ago via a zoom mtg through the Villages. Lots of good information and a check list.

[dewilson58]

Sent PM

Originally Posted by NorineBerlinski

I’m snow birding back to Michigan at the end of April and I was wondering if anyone has a “To Do” list of things that should be done when you leave for 4 months. Greatly appreciate you all.

A few things we do

Set AC to 70 degrees or better get a humidistat.
Open doors on base cabinets with sinks.
Close and lock all doors and windows.
Set a few lights on timers.
Cancel newspaper
Forward mail
Clean refrigerator
Bring meds
Empty garbage
Turn off TV

[Papa_lecki]

Here is a link to the U of Florida checklist

https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pdffiles/HE/HE88700.pdf

[Bunny1]

Thanks for posting this info!

[Decadeofdave]

Originally Posted by John41

A few things we do

Set AC to 70 degrees or better get a humidistat.
Open doors on base cabinets with sinks.
Close and lock all doors and windows.
Set a few lights on timers.
Cancel newspaper
Forward mail
Clean refrigerator
Bring meds
Empty garbage
Turn off TV

Turn off water
Set hot water tank on pilot or low
Cover upholstered furniture with a sheet
Set light timers
Leave a nickel on a small cup of ice in freezer so you can tell if refridge defrosted

[Willis56]

Why not turn off refrigerator and hot water heater?Also we unplug everything we can to avoid lightning strikes including microwave. We’ve been told they are hit pretty often. We also cover the toilets with Saran Wrap to prevent evaporation.

[Garywt]

Some interesting list here. This is basically y what we do the last day or 2 we are here.

Do all laundry and put away
Tape over all sink and shower drains
Put plastic wrap over toilets and secure with tape
Leave 2 lights on times
Stack outside chairs
Bring Cushing in from lanai and front breezeway
Add fuel save to golf carts and disconnect the battery
Set AC at 80
Shut of water heater
Shut off water
Turn off fridge after packing everything or tossing everything out
Check to be sure everything is locked.

[westernrider75]

Just curious, what is the reason for covering toilets with Saran Wrap?

[airdale2]

If they dry out sewer gas will infiltrate your house.

[rlsjks1987@gmail.com]

I have a 32 item checklist I go over with all my customers. Weekly checks is the best safeguard against damage left by weather, pest infiltration, signs of vacant house, etc. Also consider your golf cart sitting for long periods (fuel, tires, battery). Bob's House Watch Service 352.901.8504 or Bobshousewatchservice@gmail.com.

[RICH1]

We all do it. It prevents the water from evaporating.... lift the seat and place the Saran Wrap directly on the China. Drop the lid! Doing it for years... just remember to remove it when you return home !

[bonrich]

We do most or all of the above posts and add if you leave clothes hanging in closets, we put or hang Damp-Rid in all of them. Also open up dresser drawers that contain clothing. You would be surprised of how much water is collected in the hanger bags. We have electric water heater, so we drain out the hot water, replace with new cool water and turn the breaker off. Was told by a builder it avoids stinky water when you reopen your home.