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Store valuables such as jewellery, documents and heirlooms in a safety deposit
box.
Security & Alarm Systems
Ask a reliable person to act as an additional contact with your security company
and notify the security company of this addition.
EXTERIOR HOME SECURITY
Doors, Windows & Entry Points
Close chimney flues, as they can be used as a point of entry by small animals and
birds.
Install a locking pin in windows and sliding doors.
Install deadbolt locks on all perimeter doors.
Lock the garage door manually for additional security if you have an electronic
garage door opener.
Place a piece of wood or similar solid object in the tracks of your sliding doors.
Secure all pet doors. They are a favourite point of entry for burglars, and can be
used by small animals and birds.
Mail Re-routing
Arrange mail forwarding with your local post office.
Arrange to have a neighbour or reliable person check for and remove any junk
mail or flyers from your mail box or porch that may have been delivered door-to-
door and not via the post office.
Arrange to have your mail collected by a reliable person.
Contact the CSA (before you leave) with your foreign mailing address to ensure
your CSANews magazine and event invitations will be sent to your seasonal
home.
If you live in a rural mail delivery area, consider removing your mail box to avoid
junk mail as well as possible snow plow damage.
Suspend or cancel newspaper and magazine subscriptions. If you live in a rural
area remove the newspaper drop box for the time you are away.
Perimeter Security
Arrange snow shovelling (or lawn maintenance) and sidewalk/driveway clearing
of your home with a reputable company, relative or reliable person.