Home Safety Tips When On Vacation

We all need some rest and relaxation once in a while. I know I do. So, here are some tips on keeping you and your family belongings safe.

If you have a security system, make sure you turn it on before going on your trip. Some people have automatic timers for lighting or an alarm clock. Set them for the same time like any ordinary day. You should turn the phone down because that is a green light for burgulars.

If possible, consult with a family member/friend/neighbor on having them stop by your home periodically so that would deter burgulars. Try to have them do the same routines as if they were you such as opening and shutting drapes or your lighting patterns especially because that a green light also for burgulars.You just want to give your home that "occupied" look to keep burgulars away.

Before you go on your trip, postpone all deliveries to your home such as mail, newspapers, etc. Burgulars pay attention to those patterns. Have someone pick up whatever is necessary or have the company hold your item(s) until you come home.

Also, if you can go to your local police dept. to make arrangements for them to check on your home periodically (If possible).

These are the tips I use when I'm on vacation. I hope this can assist you and your family.

What You Should Do If You See Rusting(Reddish Color) On Your Ironwork

When you notice a reddish color around the hinges on your property.

Scrape away the rust with a wire brush the before the hinges seizes up (for safety: wear protective goggles for your eyes)


Use WD-40 and put it on the hinge area. If you don't have WD-40, you can use regular cooking oil.

The most important thing is that there is lubrication for the hinges.


You should to do this every 4 months so that you do not have to replace the hinges in which is more costly than a can of WD-40 lubricant.

When You Notice An Area Rusting On Your IronWork

Take care of the damage so that there's no further damage done to to the steel
Remove rust from the area with a wire brush.(for safety wear: protective goggles for your eyes)
Prime the metal. Coat area and at least 5" beyond the metal.
Paint the metal with oil based paint so that it would slow down the rusting.

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