What to know, before you go!

Preparing your apartment for winter break…

 

• Make sure all windows are secure and close your curtains if you have them.
• Lock sliding doors and place a wooden or metal bar in the track of the doors.
• Unplug all electrical items. Refrigerator and lights with timers can remain plugged in.
• Be sure there is good lighting around doors, especially those not visible to passersby.
• Take valuables with you. Do not leave any valuable items in your apartment.
• Make sure beds, couches, and other flammable objects are at least three feet away from heat sources.
• Keep your thermostat set to a temperature no lower than 55° F. You must keep your apartment heated all winter so your pipes will not freeze—even while nobody is living in the house. Frozen pipes cause extensive and expensive damage to a home’s plumbing and heating systems. If you turn off the heat, you could be responsible for repairs! Check with you landlord or read your lease for more information!
• Ask the post office to hold your mail until you return from break. Forms are available at www.usps.com. Complete the form and put it in your mailbox.

Have a Happy & Safe Holiday Break!