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HOME WATCH​ CHECKLIST​

Upon Arrival:
• Exterior check of grounds, landscape, pests, lawn and sprinklers.
• Visual check of outdoor light fixtures.
• Visual exterior check including roof, AC units, fence, mail box. Turn on water.
• Enter home, check security system.

Interior Inspection by Performing a Thorough Walk Through:
• Check all windows and doors to insure they are locked and water tight.
• Visual check for signs of water damage, mold and mildew, including baseboards, ceilings, walls and floors.
• Cycle the water: flush toilets, run water in sinks (including garbage disposal), tubs and showers.
• Physically feel flex lines and drains for water all sinks, toilets, laundry sink.
• Run garbage disposal.
• Check the hot water heater – it must be turned off at circuit breaker when water main is off.
• Check for insects, pests and rodents.
• Check dishwasher.
• Check washing machine.
• Check closets and storage cabinets.
• Verify AC and de-humidistat settings; adjust as necessary.
• Check refrigerator, freezers and wine coolers for proper temp and operation.
• Make sure icemaker is in ‘Off’ position.
• Reset clocks after power outage.
• Check circuit breaker panels.
• Check garage and make sure door to garage is locked.
• Put out/take in trash as necessary.

Lanai and Pool Area
• Check water level and condition of water.
• Check all equipment.
• Check screen door, screening and cage structure.

Departure
• Final departure “Look. Listen. Lock.”
• Enable security system, lock doors.
• Turn off hot water heater breaker.
• Turn off water supply.
 
If there is a Hurricane Watch (and Homeowner selects Hurricane  coverage):
• Take in lanai furniture if outside
• Secure anything outside that could become airborne.
• Bring in potted plants if possible.
• Secure shutters.

When Hurricane Watch is over:
• Take out potted plants.
• Take out lanai furniture if Homeowner leaves out.
• Put items back outside.
• Secure shutters. 

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