How to Secure Your Home While You’re on Vacation in Phoenix

Leaving for vacation is exciting—but returning home to signs of a break-in is every homeowner’s nightmare. Whether you’re heading out for a long weekend or an extended trip, taking a few smart steps to protect your home can make all the difference.

At Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm, we help Phoenix residents secure their homes before travel. Here’s what you can do to reduce your risk while you’re away.

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Lock Up Properly

Before you leave, double-check that all: Exterior doors are locked with a deadbolt
Windows are locked and secure
Garage doors are shut and locked
Sliding doors have a bar or track lock installed

Consider rekeying if it’s been years since your last key update—or if you’ve given out spare keys to contractors, pet sitters, or previous roommates.

Use Smart Locks or Timers

Smart locks let you check and control your door locks remotely, and some models send alerts when someone tries to open the door. If you’re using a pet sitter or house sitter, smart locks allow you to give them a code instead of handing over a key.

Combine that with smart light timers to make your home look lived in. Set lights to turn on and off at staggered times in different rooms.

Don’t Broadcast Your Plans

Avoid posting your travel dates or check-ins on social media until after you return. Burglars often use public posts to identify empty homes.

Let a trusted neighbor know you’ll be gone and ask them to: Grab mail or packages
Park in your driveway occasionally
Report any suspicious activity

You can also place a hold on your mail with USPS and suspend newspaper delivery.

Reinforce Entry Points

Reinforce doorframes with a strike plate and long screws
Install deadbolts on all exterior doors
Add a secondary lock to sliding glass doors
Use window pins or locks to secure partially opened windows

If you’ve been meaning to upgrade your locks to ANSI Grade 1 or 2 deadbolts, now is the perfect time.

Use Cameras or a Home Alarm System

Visible cameras and window alarm stickers can be a huge deterrent. If you already have a security system, test it before leaving. Set alerts to your phone and notify your monitoring company you’ll be out of town.

Even a simple camera doorbell can alert you to motion or visitors while you’re away.

Bonus Tip: Disconnect Garage Openers

If you’re parking your car inside or leaving a remote in a vehicle, unplug the automatic opener or add a manual slide lock inside the garage. This prevents tech-savvy intruders from bypassing the opener signal.

We Help Homeowners Secure Their Homes Before Every Trip

Whether you’re leaving for a weekend or a month, we serve residents across: Arcadia
Ahwatukee
Biltmore
Maryvale
Camelback East
Downtown Phoenix
North and South Phoenix
And nearby neighborhoods

Our mobile locksmiths can upgrade your locks, rekey old keys, add security features, and give you peace of mind while you’re away.

Travel Without Worry

You should be relaxing on vacation—not stressing about what’s happening at home. With a few security upgrades and smart precautions, you can leave your house knowing it’s protected.

Affordable Security Locksmith And Alarm – Phoenix
Call Today: (602) 854-2766
https://www.affordablesecurityphoenix.com

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