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| Vacation Checklist |
Exterior 🛠️
- Lawn – mow/edge, clear debris, set sprinkler timer or arrange mowing service
- Trim bushes/trees away from siding & windows
- Put outdoor furniture and grill under cover or inside
- Close gas grill valves
- Close and lock shed / garage / gates
- Empty outdoor trash & recycling bins
- Check gutters and downspouts for clogs
Security 🔒
- Lock all doors and windows (don’t forget basement & skylights)
- Program smart lights/timers for lived-in look
- Suspend mail & newspaper delivery or arrange pickup
- Tell trusted neighbor or friend your dates & contact info
- Hide valuables out of plain sight
Utilities ⚙️
- Set water heater to vacation / low-temp mode
- Unplug non-essential electronics & small appliances
- Empty and clean the bathrooms trash cans
Kitchen 🍽️
- Run and empty dishwasher
- Clear fridge of perishables; wipe shelves & leave a box of baking soda
- Take out kitchen garbage & recycling; clean can if needed
- Wipe counters & sink; run disposal with ice/citrus peel
- Clean and airdry coffee maker & empty grounds
- Check pantry for items that could attract pests
Bathrooms 🚿
- Scrub toilets and add slow-release bowl cleaner tabs
- Rinse and dry sinks & tubs; wipe glass doors/mirrors
- Launder and store bath mats / towels to avoid mildew
- Close shower curtains or doors to keep dust out
- Pour a cup of water down seldom-used drains to keep P-traps wet
- Check under sinks for any slow leaks
Laundry & Bedrooms 🛏️
- Finish all laundry; empty washer & dryer
- Strip beds or make them neatly with fresh sheets
- Close closet doors and drawers
General Interior 🏠
- Vacuum/sweep floors; quick mop of high-traffic areas
- Water indoor plants or set up self-watering spikes
- Replace any low batteries (thermostat, smoke/CO detectors)
- Verify smoke & CO detectors’ test-beep
- Leave interior doors ajar for air circulation
Departure Day 🚗
- Empty small trash cans & bring curb bins inside garage afterward
- Double-check stove/oven knobs are off
- Close blinds/curtains per your usual routine
- Confirm wallet, passports, meds, chargers packed
- Turn off lights (except programmed ones) & main ceiling fans
- Take one last walkthrough—then lock up and enjoy the trip!
Chicken Coop 🐔
- Ensure coop is secure and locked
- Fill feeders with enough food for the duration
- Fill water containers and check for leaks
- Arrange for someone to pick up eggs and check on them
- Recharge battery-operated cameras
Gardyn
- Ensure Gardyn is set to vacation mode
- Fill water reservoir
- Check nutrient levels and refill if necessary