Preparing Your Home for Departure Season
As the season comes to a close, many homeowners are getting ready to head north. Before you leave, taking a few simple steps can make a big difference in protecting your home and ensuring everything runs smoothly while you’re away.
Start with your landscaping
Trimming trees and shrubs around your home is more important than it may seem. Clearing back landscaping allows easy access to water valves and shutters—especially important during hurricane season. It also helps reduce the risk of pests settling in around your property.
Service your A/C system
Before departing, schedule a routine A/C service and replace all filters. A well-maintained system runs more efficiently, helping prevent issues and keeping energy costs down while your home is unoccupied.
Share your departure details
Providing your approximate departure date and any specific instructions for your home helps us plan ahead and care for your property properly. Completing a departure information sheet is also helpful so we have all necessary vendor contacts on hand if needed.
Update your home access
Be sure to notify your security provider that Gardens Home Services is your homewatch company and add us to your permanent access list. This ensures we can access your property quickly and without delays if any issues arise.
Take care of exterior maintenance
Cleaning out your gutters before you leave helps prevent drainage problems and potential water damage. If you’d prefer, we’re always happy to coordinate this for you.
Pause deliveries
If you receive newspapers or other regular deliveries, don’t forget to place them on hold to avoid buildup while you’re away.
Taking these steps before you leave helps protect your home and gives you peace of mind throughout the off-season.
If you need assistance or would like to learn more about our home watch services, feel free to reach out—we’re here to help every step of the way.
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