{"id":11452,"date":"2025-04-03T18:48:39","date_gmt":"2025-04-03T18:48:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/?p=11452"},"modified":"2025-04-03T18:48:40","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T18:48:40","slug":"leaving-for-vacation-this-simple-step-could-save-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/homeowners-insurance\/leaving-for-vacation-this-simple-step-could-save-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Leaving for Vacation? This Simple Step Could Save Your Home\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Planning a vacation? Before you pack your bags, take a few minutes to check your home or renters insurance<\/strong>. A quick call to your provider could mean the difference between a smooth return and a costly disaster. In this article, we\u2019ll show you why it\u2019s essential\u2014and how to make sure you’re covered before you leave. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Threats Does Your Home Face While You\u2019re Away?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An empty home is an open invitation for trouble. Whether you own or rent, leaving your place unattended increases the risk of: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Break-ins & theft<\/strong> \u2013 Burglars are always on the lookout for unoccupied homes.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    • Leaks & flooding<\/strong> \u2013 A burst pipe or a leak from your upstairs neighbor could ruin your furniture.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      • Fire hazards<\/strong> \u2013 Faulty wiring or an appliance failure could spark a fire.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Imagine coming home to stolen valuables, water damage, or worse. <\/strong>The right insurance coverage helps you recover quickly\u2014without draining your wallet. Tip: <\/strong>Keep an updated inventory of your belongings so filing a claim is fast and hassle-free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Simple Steps to Protect Your Home Before You Leave<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        No one wants to come back from vacation to a disaster. Before you go, take these precautions to keep your home safe and sound.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Set Your Thermostat Smartly<\/strong> \u2013 Keep it around 78\u00b0F<\/strong> to prevent mold and discourage pests without running up your energy bill.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          • Unplug Electronics<\/strong> \u2013 Not only does this reduce fire risks<\/strong>, but it also saves on electricity<\/strong> while you’re away.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            • Tidy Up<\/strong> \u2013 Take out the trash, clean out the fridge, and put fresh sheets on your bed\u2014your future self will thank you!<\/strong>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Deter Burglars by Making Your Home Look Lived In<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              Burglars love an easy target\u2014don\u2019t let your home be one.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Lock Everything<\/strong> \u2013 A single unlocked window is all it takes for someone to get inside.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                • Use Light Timers & Motion Sensors<\/strong> \u2013 Affordable and easy to install, these make it look like someone\u2019s home even when you’re miles away.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                  • Tell a Trusted Neighbor or Landlord<\/strong> \u2013 Ask them to keep an eye on things and report anything suspicious.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                    • Hold Your Mail & Packages<\/strong> \u2013 An overflowing mailbox signals that no one\u2019s home<\/strong>\u2014have a friend collect it or put a hold on deliveries.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                      Why Insurance Is Your Best Backup Plan<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                      Even with all these precautions, accidents happen. While you can\u2019t always prevent these mishaps, the right insurance can help you recover financially<\/strong>. Many people underestimate how much it would cost to replace their belongings after a disaster. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Before you leave for vacation, take one simple step to protect your home and wallet<\/strong>. Call us at 800-777-5620 or click here to get a fast and free quote online today.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

                      Because vacations should be about relaxing\u2014not worrying about what you\u2019ll come home to. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                      Planning a vacation? Before you pack your bags, take a few minutes to check your home or renters insurance. A quick call to your provider could mean the difference between a smooth return and a costly disaster. In this article, we\u2019ll show you why it\u2019s essential\u2014and how to make sure you’re covered before you leave.  […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1002628,"featured_media":11459,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[9,13],"tags":[],"importance":[],"type-content":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11452"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1002628"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11452"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11452\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":11454,"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11452\/revisions\/11454"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11459"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11452"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11452"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11452"},{"taxonomy":"importance","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/importance?post=11452"},{"taxonomy":"type-content","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.freeway.com\/knowledge-center\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/type-content?post=11452"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}