Vacation Rental Home Security
February 4th, 2008 by Jeff Schnaubelt
An empty vacation home can be an easy target for burglars. But there are some easy precautions you can take to help protect yourself & your investment.
10 Tips to help secure your Vacation Rental Home:
Neighborhood Watch - Befriend the full-time residents in your neighborhood, and ask them to watch over your home and report any suspicious activity. Have them pickup any marketing flyers that are left outside your home, or in the driveway.
Doors & Windows – Intruders normally break-in using the doors & windows. Check your doors, locks, hinges, and windows. Fix or upgrade as necessary.
Exterior Lighting - Install a motion sensor on exterior lighting.
Interior Lights - Use variable timers on a select set of interior lights.
Clear the Snow - Keep the driveway & walks clear of snow.
Mail & Newspapers – Accumulated deliveries are sure signs of a vacant home, so opt-out of mail & newspaper deliveries.
Protect your Keys - Don't hide keys in mailboxes, planters, or doormats.
Property Address - Never provide potential rental guests with your property address until after they’ve made a reservation.
Property Management - Consider hiring a property management company to monitor your home & respond to any problems.
Keep Records – Take photos & keep written records of your furnishings & electronic products just in case any theft occurs. This will help with your insurance claims.
As a professional property management company that specializes in vacation rentals, we can help keep your home secure & safe. We can also help supplement your income, and off-set your property expenses by renting your property to during the times you’re not using it. There are certain preparations and precautions to take when vacation renting your home. Give us a call at 800-250-8013 and we’ll be happy to provide you with a free consultation.
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