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Prepare a home for a long absence

A practical preparation check before leaving a home unoccupied for several days or weeks.

CreatorWaylantern Team
10Steps
0Adaptations
6Languages

About this template

Review accessible openings, perishables, authorized device settings, water-related points, and the handover plan. Adapt every step to the property, season, manufacturer instructions, insurer requirements, and local conditions.

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  1. 1

    Use the property-specific departure instructions

    Instruction

    Do not shut down equipment that protects the property or must remain in service.

  2. 2

    Expected number of days away

    Number
  3. 3

    Areas covered by the departure preparation

    Multiple choice
  4. 4

    Waste and perishables have been handled for the planned absence

    Checkbox
  5. 5

    Are the designated accessible doors and windows secured?

    Yes / no
  6. 6

    Are authorized devices in their required absence setting?

    Yes / no
  7. 7

    Is there a visible issue that should be resolved before departure?

    Yes / no
  8. 8

    Add an overview photo without personal documents or security details

    Photo
  9. 9

    Visit, contact, or return note without access secrets

    Long text
  10. 10

    I have completed the long-absence preparation check

    Checkbox

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