Vacation Tips

Vacations are a wonderful way of getting away from the stresses of everyday life, but worrying about your home's security can add unneeded stress to your vacation . Taking a few precautionary steps to assure your home security will allow you concentrate on the sand and sun, not the state of your home.

• Suspend the delivery of your newspapers.
  
  
• Lower the ringer of your telephone so it can't be heard outside
  
  
• Arrange for your lawn to be mowed if planning on being gone for an extended period.
  
  
• Ask a neighbor to pick up any packages or phone books that are left on your door, and to put the garbage cans in and out.
  
  
• Have your mail and packages picked up, forwarded, or held at the post office
  
  
• Program a timer to automatically turn your lights, stereo, and TV on and off at appropriate times.

Remember, the easiest way to maintain the security of your home while you away is to make it look like you are home.