====== Before Leaving House ======
  * Make sure pool heater is off
  * Make sure cover is on boat and it’s docked securely 
  * In summer: All wall units off
  * In winter: all heat pumps to 55 and old heater thermostats to lowest setting
  * In winter: water heater to vacation mode by pressing "vacation" button (if no one else coming up soon)
  * Close all window shades
  * Lock upstairs doors and sliding doors, close vertical blinds
  * [[operating_basement_french_doors|Lock downstairs french doors]] and close curtains
  * Empty fridge of anything perishable, depending on when next person coming up
  * Do not leave out any food that is not completely sealed
  * Collect used towels and place on top of washer
  * Load dishwasher and start - don't leave any dirty dishes out!
  * Take out trash and recyclables
  * Turn off all lights