{"id":476,"date":"2019-12-20T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-20T04:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pizanoinsurance.com\/blog\/?p=476"},"modified":"2019-12-12T18:08:54","modified_gmt":"2019-12-12T18:08:54","slug":"keeping-your-home-safe-while-you-re-out-of-town","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pizanoinsurance.com\/blog\/keeping-your-home-safe-while-you-re-out-of-town\/","title":{"rendered":"Keeping Your Home Safe While You’re Out of Town"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n
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Whether you are planning a nice, relaxing trip over a holiday or a long vacation for a couple of weeks, you want to have the peace of mind that comes from knowing that your home and all your belongings will be safe and sound while you are away. So consider implementing the strategies outlined here, courtesy of Pizano Insurance serving the Wayzata, MN area, to maintain your home’s safety while you are out of town.<\/p>\n

Using security cameras<\/h2>\n

So many people are installing and using security cameras at their homes these days. And for good reason: Those convenient devices serve a valuable purpose as they provide an added layer of security in and around your home. Shop around to find the camera that best suits your needs.<\/p>\n

Turning off items<\/h2>\n

Turn off and unplug appliances and other electrical items before you go out of town. That includes electronic items, small appliances like toasters and lamps. It is smart to do this because you never know when those items could malfunction while you are out of town.<\/p>\n

Checking appliances<\/h2>\n

Before you go out of town, check all major appliances to make sure they are in good condition. You might consider unplugging certain items such as your clothes washer.<\/p>\n

Monitoring your home<\/h2>\n

You might want to consider having a housesitter or neighbor keeping a close eye on your house while you are away. This is a simple step that can go a long way toward providing some extra security.<\/p>\n

There are many ways to safeguard your home while you are away. Plan ahead before your trip and follow the tips outlined here. If you need more information or would like to make sure your home insurance needs are being met, feel free to contact Pizano Insurance serving the Wayzata, MN area.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Whether you are planning a nice, relaxing trip over a holiday or a long vacation for a couple of weeks, you want to have the peace of mind that comes from knowing that your home and all your belongings will be safe and sound while you are away. So consider implementing the strategies outlined here, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[127,240],"class_list":["post-476","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-home-insurance-homeowners-insurance","tag-pizano-insurance","tag-wayzata-mn"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t