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Tips to  your house before you set out for a long trip

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Before going on a long trip, it is important that you have a plan in place for your kitchen. You want to ensure your pantry is well maintained and all the foods inside it are safe and secure. Here are some tips on how to prepare your house before you set out for a long trip.

Air Conditioning

 air-conditioner

Before you go away, you will need to decide on what you plan to do with your air conditioning. Having an air conditioner can account for up to half of your electrical bill annually. Taking simple steps like turning your thermostat up by a degree can help save you 2 percent on your bills and cooling costs. As you will be away for a considerable amount of time, make sure you have an idea on what temperature your thermostat should be.

Taking Stock

Before you go away, it is vital that you take time to look through your pantry and decide on whether you plan to bring any foods with you. Even if your pantry is full of non-perishable foods, they will still have an expiry date. If you are away for an extended period, foods you have stored in your pantry may go off and could cause bacteria to grow and spread throughout and potentially spoil all your food. Have a look at each item you have in your pantry, and decide on what foods to throw out or keep for the long haul. When you first arrive home, you will want to have a prepared pantry so you can make food without needing to visit a grocery store.

Plumbing

PlumbingFor your pantry to be safe and at minor risk to any plumbing leaks, it is best to ask a friend or family to run the faucets and turn on the water at least once every month. Doing this can help prevent any sewer gas from coming into your home whilst you are away and can also prevent your plumbing equipment from cracking or drying out. The last thing you will want is to come home to find any leaks that could cause seep into your pantry and spoil any of the foods you have stored in there.

Leaving Foods Behind

For the foods you decide not to take with you on your long trip, it could be worth giving them to friends or family. However, make sure that the foods you decide to give away or donate are edible and have not expired. For any foods that you plan to keep, it is advisable to store foods in a plastic bag, which can help deter any pests from getting in and infecting your products. If any food has been tampered with whilst away, you may have to bring in an exterminator to get your pantry and kitchen back to normal.

Following all the guidelines listed above can help you feel safe, reassured and confident that your pantry and all its contents are well maintained whilst you are away on your long trip.

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