before you go north check list
- Have your air conditioner inspected and serviced. Set the temperature around 80 degrees to avoid mold
- Install new A/C filter and batteries in thermostat control box and smoke/fire detectors
- Some water heaters have a “vacation mode.” If yours does not, turn off the heat source and water supply to your hot water heater
- If you have a dehumidifier, have it inspected and serviced. Set your humidistat to 60%
- Turn off water valves to washing machine, dishwasher, sinks and toilets
- Confirm that your alarm system is working and has been activated
- Turn off your internet, cable and similar services
- Leave copy of service contracts or names and numbers of service providers on counter