Prepping Your Home for Holiday Vacation

Leaving for paradise this holiday season? Before you pack your bags and get going, don’t leave without knowing your home is safe and sound. Below is a checklist to prepare your home for your upcoming holiday vacation:

Set timers.
A dark home is an obvious sign that you’re out of town. Be subtle about leaving your home unattended by setting timers for lamps throughout the home. That way, the house will be dimly lit the same as when you’re home - except timers will ease your stress about the lights getting overheated.

Turn down the thermostat.
Don’t waste energy when you’re away and don’t need the heat. Instead, turn down the thermostat about ten degrees or so to make sure your heating system doesn’t have to work as hard to pump out heat you don’t need.

Write down important info.
Do you have a trusted friend or neighbor who is willing to keep an eye on the house while you’re not there? If so, jot down some important information, including contact numbers, home security codes, and other relevant information about your home. Make sure you also let them know where you’ll be staying and how you can reach them in case of emergency.

Shut off the water.
Returning home to a flood is the last thing you want after a week of relaxation. If you leave the water running in your home when you’re on vacation, you might experience a leak (especially from the dishwasher or washer/dryer). Don’t let disaster happen when you’re gone by shutting off the main water supply. Not sure where yours is located? Call your local plumber to help you find out.

At Nassau Plumbing and Sewer Rooter, we are ready to help you with any problems you might come across before and after your holiday getaway. We are here to keep you and your home safe 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us today at 516.874.7937 or visit our website for more information.

How to Prep Your Plumbing for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving guests will be knocking at your door soon! Are you prepared? Part of getting your home ready for the holiday means taking a few plumbing precautions. There’s no denying that your plumbing system will get a lot more use on Thanksgiving, but here’s how you can keep it in working order all weekend long:

Check fixtures - Do you use your guest bathroom often? If not, be sure to check all the essential fixtures (faucets, toilets, showerheads, and all)! You might have a leak or cold water problem. Tackle these potential issues before the holiday arrives so you can breathe a sigh of relieve!

Be prepared - The holidays can certainly put extra stress on your plumbing, so be prepared by 1) having a plunger at hand and 2) keeping a garbage bin close by - that way your guests aren’t tempted to throw non-flushable napkins down your toilet.

Share friendly reminders - If you’re hosting Thanksgiving this year, chances are you’ll be doing most of the dirty work. But if your guests lend a hand when it comes time to clean up, politely remind them what should not be tossed down the garbage disposal. This includes potato peels, fruit pits, and rice. They’ll be glad for the reminder and so will your plumbing!

There are many ways you can prevent clogs at home this holiday season. But in the event that an accident occurs, Nassau Plumbing and Sewer will be ready to help! For any and all of your emergency plumbing and drain problems, our professionals are just a phone call away, with the proper tools ready to return your plumbing to normalcy. For more information on our services, give us a call at 877.713.8136 or visit our website.