Travel is supposed to recharge you, not leave you wondering what’s happening back home. These 10 habits help make leaving easier, coming home better, and your trip far more relaxing.
1. Do the “Last Lap” Walkthrough
Before you leave, take one slow walk around your home. Check doors, windows, and the garage. You’ll travel lighter knowing everything is locked up.
2. Stage Your Lighting
A dark house can be an obvious signal nobody is home. Use timers or smart plugs so lights come on at normal hours.
(With the A3 Smart Home Mobile App, you can set schedules and even adjust them mid-trip.)
3. Keep an Eye on the Outside
Clear out packages, move garbage bins, and tidy the entryway. A lived-in look matters.
(For extra assurance, our cameras and doorbells let you see activity at your home in real-time—allowing you to keep an eye out from anywhere.)
4. Peek Inside Before Panic
Unplug appliances you don’t need, set the thermostat sensibly, and water your plants.
(Our Premium Indoor Camera allows you to check in for peace of mind.)
5. Prep for Surprises That Don’t Knock
Leaky pipes, running toilets, or appliances left on can ruin a trip. Before you go, a quick check can save you from a major headache later.
(With our Water Leak Detector, you’ll be alerted instantly if water goes where it shouldn’t.)
6. Stay Updated
Leave your number with a neighbor or friend. Ask them to grab the mail, roll out the bins, and text if something looks off.
(With real-time push notifications from the app, you’ll always be first to know when something happens.)
7. Hide the Telltale Signs
Don’t post travel updates publicly until you’re back. Empty driveways, dark porches, and daily package deliveries on the porch tell a story you don’t want told.
8. Back Up Your Backup
Bring photocopies of your ID, credit cards, and itinerary. Store them somewhere safe. Smart travelers prepare for the unlikely.
9. Secure Your Valuables
Keep your jewelry, documents, and heirlooms locked in a safe or stored securely.
(And for everything else, our 24/7 professional monitoring1 has you covered.)
10. Invest in an Alarm
Rest easy with an alarm system that is monitored around the clock and alerts the police in the event of an intrusion.
(Arm the system when you leave and control it with our A3 Smart Home Mobile App.)
Smart travelers prepare their home before they leave. Knowing your home is secure allows you to focus on relaxing and making memories on your trip.
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