Enjoyable vacation when home is safe.

We look forward to vacation all year and nothing can destroy the memories of a wonderful experience than arriving home to find you’ve been burglarized. Follow these simple home safety tips while you’re away.

While on vacation, let a trusted neighbor or friend know you’re going to be away. Give them your itinerary, dates, and information on how to contact you in case of an emergency. Ask them to watch your home and contact police if they see anything suspicious. Leave a key with this person, so they can get into the house if needed.

Notify your local police to let them know you will be out of town. As with your neighbor, give them the dates you’ll be gone. Many police departments have vacation watch programs. As they drive through your area on their regular route, they will pay special attention to your home.

When you call the police department, they will ask you for your address, if you have an alarm system and your contact information while you’re away. They will also ask who will have a key to your house in your neighborhood.

Buy inexpensive light timers for your home. Place the timer in a room that can be viewed from the outside. You’re more likely to look at home if people driving by see a light on in the house.

In the world of social media, be very careful about announcing your vacation plans to the world. Don’t post on Facebook or Twitter that you’ll be traveling. Don’t let people know your departure dates or when you’ll be arriving back home.

Before you leave on your trip, make sure you double check all the windows and doors, so they are properly shut and locked. It’s suggested, you leave your curtains the way you would have them when you’re home.

The key to keeping your home safe while you travel is to make your house look “normal,” but also securing it. Finally, make sure let trusted people know of your travels, without broadcasting to the world. Follow these home safety tips to ensure your house while on vacation.