Before you leave home for holidays, here is a to-do list. These tips will help you organise and be at ease when you travel, knowing your home is going to stay neat and tidy.

1 Week before vacation:

• Make sure no shopping  deliveries during your absence
• Get all laundry done so you can just focus on cleaning your dirty clothes when back
• Prepare and put aside travel toiletries and medication
• Put your newspaper delivery on hold or get someone to collect from your home
• Arrangements for your pet dogs/cats

2 Day before vacation:

• Clear away or eat up perishable food
• Check the weather again as it can be unpredictable and you can pack in last minute items eg. raincoat
• Check for stagnant water prone areas or items. Make sure no water is left in pails, dish rack, sink area etc.
• Call the bank to inform them that you will be travelling and may be using your card overseas

3 Hours before vacation:

• Throw out your last bag of rubbish
• Make sure no food is left lying around
• Close all curtains to keep out prying eyes
• Unplugged or switch off all unused appliances
• Wash all the dishes in the sink
• Water indoor plants
• Make sure all windows are closed and locked
• Turn off your water supply