Real Estate in Malaysia: Leaving Already ..?

Are you ready to leave home to celebrate holidays in your hometown..?

Are you sure you've checked your house thoroughly before leaving..?

School holidays have already started and many universities have also started to leave with effect from today. It is possible that next week you will be heading to your hometown to spend Hari Raya with your family and relatives.

Some important things you should check before leaving home for long periods of time or for several days.

1. Make sure you close the electric switch, water and gas to prevent fires and waste. Leave only essential equipment, especially safety equipment and fire prevention equipment that works automatically.

2. Notify the sender of the press and postman if possible to stop the delivery of newspapers and letters to your home during your time not at home.

3. If you have an alarm system, direct the emergency call to your mobile phone or a trusted neighbor or handed over keys and control equipment to them so that they can be check in case of emergency.

4. Notify the police at a nearby police station that house empty for a few days so they can patrol and take appropriate action in case something suspicious.

5. If you have light control devices or other electronic equipment, make sure the timer is set according to the timetable as when you are at home and not randomly on as this can facilitate the criminals to assess the condition of your home remotely. For example, if you usually sleep until 12 o'clock, make sure the lighting control device is set starting at 7 to 12 and be active again at hours of the time you usually wake up.

6. If you install a padlock on the grill, make sure it is installed on the latch on the inside. It will be difficult to cut the padlock from the outside other than it is showing just like you are at home.

Now, you got your house and property secured. Check your car and drive to desired destination with peace of mind. In conclusion, keep your home safe before leaving. Happy holidays and see you soon.