02/12/2022
Plan your year-end holiday appropriately by considering the safety of your home.
1. Check your alarm
December is an exceptionally busy time for alarm companies, which is why it’s best to test your alarm system and notify the relevant people at least three weeks before you leave.
2. Notify appropriate parties
While you have your security company on the phone, advise them of your holiday plans and ensure they have the following (updated) info in case something happens while you’re away:
• All key holders' contact information
• Details of your domestic workers, gardeners, house sitters or anybody staying on/looking after the property in your absence.
3. Keep your home safe
Consider smart lighting, ask somebody to bring your mail in (and maybe even do an occasional sweeping of your driveway), install a security system, set your lights on timers, etc.
4. Don’t brag online
Social media is not the space to brag about your travel plans. You never know who’s reading what on Facebook or Twitter.
5. Hide gifts and packages
Think about those big empty boxes placed in your driveway. Do you think it’s wise to advertise, on your own kerb no less, how much you’ve spent on your year-end shopping?
6. Extend seasonal greetings to neighbours
Neighbours who look out for each other make communities safer and stronger.
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