Summer marks the start of many individual and family vacations, but lots of homeowners and renters worry about keeping their property safe while they're away.

In today's blog post, learn some tips to help you protect your home or apartment during your vacation so you can return to a safe, undamaged home. Also discover how Aegis Insurance & Financial Services can help with reliable Personal Insurance policies designed to protect what matters most.

Prep Your Home to Minimize Risk

One common mistake is leaving for vacation without properly preparing your home. For instance, consider shutting off your water if you'll be gone for an extended period of time to prevent potential leaks or water damage.

Also, check the weather forecast before leaving home to avoid running sprinklers during rainy weather, which could let burglars know that no one is home. Also, unplug kitchen and bathroom appliances like toasters, coffeemakers, curling irons, and hair dryers to save electricity and reduce the risk of fires or damage from power surges.

Invest in Smart Home Technology

Smart home technology can significantly enhance your home's security. Consider installing smart doorbells and cameras, smart alarm systems, and smart lighting systems.

Smart doorbells send instant notifications to your smartphone when someone approaches your property, and digital camera systems monitor your home's perimeter. Advanced home alarm systems alert you to suspicious activity inside or outside your home and can immediately notify authorities no matter where you are.

With smart lighting systems, you can remotely control your lights, giving the impression that someone is home.

Ask Trusted Family, Friends, or Neighbors

You should consider asking relatives, friends, or neighbors you trust to housesit or regularly check on your property. This reduces the likelihood of burglary, vandalism, or damage from water leaks, power surges, or other issues.

In the event of a major weather event, like a hailstorm, windstorm, flooding, or hurricane, friends and family can protect your property or document any damage for insurance purposes.

Don't Announce Travel Plans Online

You might want to share all your vacation pictures and updates while you're still away from home, but it's safer to wait until you return home to post. Announcing you're away from home can make your home or apartment a target for vandals or thieves.

Aegis Insurance & Financial Services Protects Your Property

No one wants to return from vacation to find their property damaged. Aegis Insurance & Financial Services offers comprehensive Homeowners and Renters Insurance to give you peace of mind while you're away.

Contact Aegis today at 713-850-7622 to learn more about our Personal Insurance policies, or fill out our online form to request a free quote!