We’ve all had that sinking feeling that we’ve forgotten to close the garage door or left the water running once we’re on our way to our vacation spot, No one wants to run up their utility bill while they’re away or come home to a flooded home. But with A-1PRO TIPS, you can relieve yourself of this uneasy feeling and enjoy your break.
PRO TIP 1: Learn how to turn the water heater to vacation mode and program the air conditioning to work less while away.
Many water heaters allow you to turn them on vacation mode when you’re going to be away so it’s not heating water when no one will be home to use it.
PRO TIP 2: Reprogram your air conditioner to run at a warmer temperature—between 75 and 85 degrees—while you’re away. No need to waste energy while you’re gone, and it can give you a break on your utility bill.
PRO TIP 3: Also, unplug large appliances & electronics to prevent possible electrical fires. Test alarm batteries to ensure they are working properly. That way if they go off, your neighbors who are near by can alert emergenc services.
The most common home accident that happens when homeowners are on vacation is burst pipes and water damage.
PRO TIP 4: Simply shut off the water. If you may need to leave it on for a variety of reasons, it’s worth it to invest in a smart water shut-off valve, These devices monitor water flow and pressure and can be programmed to either alert users when leaks are detected or shut off the water flow to prevent flooding.
Following these A-1PRO tips will ensure a much more relaxed and well deserved vacation.