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Reduce The Risk of Damage in a Vacant Coronado Home

You’re traveling on an extended holiday or away for business, maybe you’re Coronado home is  sitting vacant  as an investment or as a seasonal residence.  If this sounds like you than I know you’ve ran through the “What If” scenarios dozens of times.  So what really can happen while you’re away?  More importantly what can you do to prevent it?

Something as small as a cracked water pipe can leave you with thousands in damages and repairs.  Water can seep out of a cracked pipe at a rate of almost 250 gallons a day!  The damage can go beyond just ruined floors, carpets and furniture.  If a mold problem develops, it can create an unhealthy, uninhabitable residence that will cost more dollars and time than any Coronado resident should bare.

 Preparing your home to be unoccupied is relatively cost effective (sometimes costing nothing at all).  There are some easy steps you can take now and prevent headaches in the future.

• Stay Dry
  

Pipes crack.  Plastic or metal, your pipes are under constant stress and can become costly when you can not be there to monitor a leak. Turning your water system off is really the best protection to prevent this.  If you are unsure of how to this contact a Coronado area plumber.

• Plan For The Weather

The best way to avoid damage from severe weather and storms is to make sure there is no debris around your house.  This includes trimming trees, shrubs and bushes.

• Interior and Exterior Maintenance

 Keeping your home and property maintained keeps an attractive appearance as well as prevents problems from weather and other unforeseen events.  Keeping your gutters clean while sealing interior and exterior cracks along with checking the seals on windows and doors can protect your investment while maintaining the value of your home.

• Security Alarm System For Your Home

Professionally installed alarm systems can prevent burglary and vandalism, while giving you peace of mind while you are away.  Having a neighbor, Home Owners Association or a friend to check on your property is very helpful.  The more people who can keep an eye out or even make your home looked like it is occupied can greatly reduce risks of serious and costly issues.

No one wants to get that phone call from a neighbor or friend that something has happened in your absence.  These simple steps can help protect you while you are away.

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