Locate the main water shutoff
Make sure every adult in the home knows where it is and how to close it. If access is unclear, ask the property manager or a qualified professional.
Learn the home’s safety essentials and document what you received.
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Make sure every adult in the home knows where it is and how to close it. If access is unclear, ask the property manager or a qualified professional.
Identify the main disconnect without removing covers or touching exposed components. Use a licensed electrician for electrical concerns.
Take a few minutes to test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms and save any useful notes or records.
Take a few minutes to check exterior doors and windows and save any useful notes or records.
Take a few minutes to photograph the condition of the home and save any useful notes or records.
Take a few minutes to confirm electricity, water, internet, and gas service and save any useful notes or records.
Take a few minutes to save emergency contact information and save any useful notes or records.
Take a few minutes to inspect the hvac filter and save any useful notes or records.
Take a few minutes to identify fire extinguishers and save any useful notes or records.
Take a few minutes to change or rekey exterior locks when appropriate and save any useful notes or records.